Paralegal to the Office of Chief Counsel
4 days ago
The State of Kansas is seeking a highly skilled Paralegal to join the Office of Chief Counsel. As a key member of the team, you will provide critical support to the Chief Counsel and Deputy Chief Counsel, ensuring the smooth operation of the office.
Key Responsibilities- Provide para-professional and administrative legal support to the Chief Counsel and Deputy Chief Counsel
- Manage and coordinate processes, including scheduling, travel, and correspondence
- Track incoming and completed requests for legal services
- Coordinate legal review of flag orders and other press releases
- Assist with judicial appointments and serve as primary liaison for legal notices
- Work with the Chief and Deputy Chief Counsels on Kansas Open Records Act and Kansas Open Meetings Act requests
- Manage the review and tracking of clemency requests
- Review, prepare, and finalize requests for governor's signature
- Manage cabinet and agency counsel report receipt, tracking, and compilation
- Serve as the Extradition and Detainer Administrator for the State of Kansas/Office of the Governor
- Undergraduate degree or relevant work experience
- 2 years of administrative support experience (paralegal, legal, or office assistant)
- Previous employment in a state or federal agency, or in a law firm, is preferred but not required
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and balance multiple tasks of high priority
- Proficiency with office software such as all Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat
- Familiarity with online legal research tools such as Westlaw
- Demonstrated writing skills
- Demonstrated educational or professional experience managing schedules, deadlines, and assignments
- Demonstrated organizational skills
This position operates in a fast-paced and professional office environment with noise levels that are usually low to moderate. The governor's office maintains an official workday of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. However, the Paralegal may be required, occasionally, to work long hours, nights or weekends as circumstances require.
Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
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