Law Clerk

Title: Law Clerk

Location: Shawnee United States

Job Description:

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: Open until filled.

Agency Information: Kansas State Board of Healing Arts

www.ksbha.ks.gov

The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) is the licensing and regulatory Board for 16 healthcare providers in Kansas. Our core mission is to safeguard the public through licensure, education, and discipline for those who practice the healing arts in Kansas.

We celebrate and reward the dedication of our staff by offering opportunities for training and career growth, fostering work-life balance, and recognizing exceptional service. As a State of Kansas employer, we offer a comprehensive benefit package that supports the professional growth and personal well-being of our team members.

If you are ready for a dynamic role with meaningful challenges and growth potential, apply today to become part of our vibrant team!

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part- Time

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Compensation: $

Competitive salary based on education, experience, and qualifications with a starting range of $16.00/hour.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) is looking for a Law Clerk Intern that will be mentored by the General Counsel (GC) department. Our GC department serves as the agency's in-house counsel - providing legal advice, representation and services to the agency, the governing board, executive director, management, staff, councils, committees, and other sub-entities.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform legal research.
• Support attorneys and staff on legal matters.
• Special legal projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have completed one year of legal education and be currently enrolled in a law school as a 2L or 3L.

Preferred Qualifications:

Successful applicants possess the following skills:

• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex information.
• Strong research abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.

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