Job description

League of Kansas Municipalities

Job title

Staff Attorney

Job purpose

• This position strengthens cities in Kansas by providing legal guidance to elected city officials and municipal employees. The position also analyzes state and federal legislation concerning municipalities and advocates for the interests of Kansas cities at the Kansas Legislature and with state and federal regulatory bodies.

Duties and responsibilities

• Counsel elected city officials and municipal employees on a variety of legal issues like the Open Meetings Act, proposal and adoption of a sales tax, and zoning provisions.
• Advocate for the interests of Kansas cities at the Kansas Legislature. This includes:
• Writing concise, persuasive, and accurate testimony for committee hearings.
• Testifying on League issues before legislative committees.
• Meeting individual legislators and developing a cooperative relationship.
• Analyzing legislation and its effect on cities.
• Writing articles for League publications that precisely convey a bill’s impact.
• Create and present trainings for League members to assist in their professional development. This includes:
• Presenting classes for the League’s Municipal Training Institute.
• Conducting webinars on current issues affecting cities.
• Providing training to individual member cities based on their needs.
• Assisting with all aspects of the League’s annual conference, including conducting several presentations on different municipal topics.
• Making presentations for other associations.
• Write timely and accurate articles concerning legal issues impacting municipalities for the Kansas Government Journal.
• Update and edit League publications concerning municipal law and policy.

Qualifications

Listed below are the minimum qualifications required to successfully perform the job.

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in the State of Kansas.
• Experience in municipal or similar law, preferred.
• Ability to clearly and accurately communicate complex information in written and oral presentations.
• Ability to use a computer to draft documents, perform legal research, and conduct professional communication.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work effectively within time constraints and deadlines, and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work weekends when necessary.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

The League offers outstanding benefits and a flexible work environment. Benefits include KPERS, health/dental insurance, an optional deferred compensation program with matching funds, and paid leave and holidays. The salary range is $65,000 - $72,000 with some movement to account for qualifications and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three work-related references in one pdf file. If confidentiality is requested, please note in application materials. Position will remain open until filled. Resume review will begin November 10, 2022. The League is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Willingness to move within 50 miles of the Topeka office within sixty days of employment.

License/Certification:

• Kansas Bar License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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