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    Legal Assistant - Shawnee, United States - State of Kansas

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    Employment Benefits

    In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:

  • Health Insurance including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)
  • Creation of and contribution to your, personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit
  • 9-10 paid, annual holidays
  • 12 paid, annual vacation days
  • 12 paid, annual sick days
  • 1 paid Discretionary Day
  • Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary
  • *This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

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    Position Summary & Responsibilities
    The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose

    The Legal Assistant position is responsible for responding to and managing assigned records requests submitted by community members, state agencies, and various other individuals and entities. Confidential information will be handled frequently, and the Clerk will routinely obtain records from confidential electronic databases and various internal departments. This position requires strong organizational and time-management skills to successfully comply with statutory deadlines while still providing accurate and professional responses to DCF clients. The position is supervised by General Counsel and will have access to training

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    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications: Six months experience as a legal assistant, paralegal or legal secretary. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency

    Preferred Qualifications: College degree and some legal training. A law degree is not require

    Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :

  • Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.
  • Tax Clearance: If offered a position of employment, a valid/current Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted. Visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page for more information.

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