Commonwealth of Kentucky

General Counsel -Brds & Comiss (Non-Merit)

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $80k - $100k/yr  •  Frankfort, KY (Hybrid)  •  4 hours ago
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7/14/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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General Counsel -Brds & Comiss (Non-Merit)

Salary

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

General Government Cabinet | Kentucky Board of Cosmetology

Location

1025 Capital Center Drive, Suite 200
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute at times. The agency may terminate or modify
the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The Kentucky Board of Cosmetology is seeking applications for the position of General Counsel.

The Kentucky Board of Cosmetology’s mission is to serve the Commonwealth by providing educational, health, and
regulatory standards for all aspects of the beauty industry. The Agency sets the standard for developing,
advancing, and educating while ensuring the safety and protection of the Commonwealth. We will respond to
emerging industry trends and issues, and implement appropriate regulatory strategies, striving to promote
continued growth.

We are looking for an individual that is highly motivated and organized with the ability to learn and adapt
quickly.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide legal guidance, consultation and support to the board and board staff
  • Ensure compliance with open meetings and open records law
  • Supervise the Board’s Administrative Specialist Senior
  • Provide legal expertise concerning the application of the Board’s statutes and regulations to regulated entities
  • Draft documents for disciplinary case resolution, including agreed orders, complaints, notice of hearing and pre-hearing motions and responses
  • Draft all rulemaking while maintaining compliance with KRS 13A
  • Monitor relevant bills during legislative session and keep the Board and Board staff aware of changes
  • Represent the Board at legislative committee meetings
  • Track and help implement regulatory changes in state and federal law
  • Serve as the Board’s ethics officer
  • Review and negotiate agency contracts
  • Represent the Board in KRS 13B administrative hearings
  • Represent the Board in state and federal court
  • Assist with review of permit and license applications
  • Review grievances submitted to the board
  • Participate in settlement conferences with licensees and permit holders
  • Review expungement applications and present applications to the Board
  • Attend board committee meetings, providing materials and memorandums as requested and providing legal guidance and support
  • Monitor board regulation sunsetting and ensure board review prior to expiration
  • Coordinate as needed with other state and federal agencies

Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school
  • Minimum of eight years of experience as a licensed attorney
  • Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky

Preferred Skills and Abilities:
  • Prior experience representing a state agency in KRS 13B administrative proceedings
  • Experience drafting or reviewing KRS 13A rulemaking
  • Prior government in-house representation
  • Understanding of the legislative process in Kentucky

This position is located in Frankfort, Kentucky with the possibility of a hybrid telecommuting schedule.

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Stephanie Ledford at stephanie.ledford@ky.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
Website
kentucky.gov
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