Staff Attorney III

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

2d•$63,262 - $94,893•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is the state agency responsible for administering health and human services to Kentuckians. In the Office of Legal Services (OLS) of CHFS, our mission is to provide reasoned advice, wise counsel, and skilled representation to the Cabinet's Officers, employees, and departments. The Staff Attorney III will have an office in Frankfort, and have duties in Franklin and all other counties, so travel may be required.

Requirements

Must have two years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law.
Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission).
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Nice To Haves

Highly organized with strong independent research skills and a team player.
Attention to detail and time management skills.
Think analytically, effectively, and accurately.
Ability to communicate both written and verbally, as well as collaborate well with others.

Responsibilities

Drafting legal documents, litigation in State and Federal court, and at administrative hearings.
Legal research and providing legal advice to employees of the Cabinet.
Draft correspondence and/or communicate verbally with staff, citizens, authorized representatives, insurance agents, and other interested and authorized parties regarding findings and/or resolution of members' complaints.
Assist with Open Record Requests.