This is a highly responsible, complex, confidential administrative position assisting a judge of the district court. Professionalism is required in all aspects of this position. Work requires competence, independent judgment, discretion, a high degree of initiative balanced with common sense, and courteous interaction with court stakeholders. Applicants should be detail-oriented, understand court proceedings and/or legal terminology, and be able to prioritize and communicate well. This position requires flexibility and a good attitude.

Position Title and Salary: Administrative Assistant, Grade 23/Step A, $40,558 annually ($41,585 after six months; $44,764 annually after 12 months)

Please click on the link https://www.kscourts.org/Public/Court-Careers and then click on the very first listing that is labeled administrative assistant for the third judicial district.

This Legal Assistant position is located in Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building, and is within the Office of Chief Counsel. This position provides legal assistant support for the handling of case management, drafting of legal documents, and performing of limited legal research in the areas of eminent domain and relocation appeals. Additionally, it provides legal assistant support for the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program, Rail & Freight, and other legal matters. This position also functions as a back-up receptionist, handling calls and walk-ins.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Education and/or experience in the use of legal terminology, legal concepts, legal practices, and research techniques.
Education and/or experience in drafting, proof-reading, and editing legal documents.
Experience utilizing the Internet and/or specialized computer software for legal research.
Experience with MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, and Adobe Professional.
Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements

Annual Salary Range: $37,980.80 – $43,950.40 Hourly Pay Range: $18.26 – $21.13

Apply online at https://kdotapp.ksdot.gov/Vacancy/Vacancy.aspx

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue’s (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .