Staff Attorney II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks an attorney for the Office of Legal Services within the Finance & Administration Cabinet in Frankfort. The role focuses on statewide procurement, property transactions, HR matters, and Open Records Act requests, representing the Cabinet in proceedings and court at various levels.

We offer competitive benefits, retirement participation, and opportunities for advancement. The selected attorney must be admitted to practice in Kentucky and maintain licensure for the

Qualifications

• Education: See Special Requirements.
• Experience: At least one year as a licensed attorney or supervised practice under SCR 2.116, or equivalent.
• LL.M. may substitute for the required experience.
• No substitute for education beyond listed special requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the Cabinet's Office General Counsel on real property and procurement matters, review instruments, draft real estate documents, and assist with related issues.
• Litigate cases involving the Cabinet at administrative and state/federal court levels.
• Provide legal input on policies, regulations, and proposed legislation related to financial management, IT, procurement, and real property.
• Perform contract review and advise on statewide or agency procurement under the Kentucky Model Procurement Code.

Skills

Independent work

Organization

Analytical thinking

Communication

Positive attitude

Self-starter

Education

See Special Requirements

Job description

Salary

$5,214.22 - $7,821.32 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Finance & Administration Cabinet | Office of the Secretary

Location

200 Mero Street 5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The Office of Legal Services for the Finance and Administration Cabinet provides a wide array of legal services including, but not limited to, legal advice related to statewide procurement, property acquisitions and transfers, human resource administration, equal employment opportunity matters, and Kentucky Open Records Act requests. Attorneys in this office often represent the Cabinet before administrative boards and at all levels of state and federal Court. We are looking for an attorney with the highest level of professionalism, integrity, and excellence to become part of our dedicated and positive team.

This position provides attractive benefits that come with a professional career as a state employee,including: competitive pay; paid holidays and time off; potential career advancement such as promotions or access to internal mobility positions; health, vision, dental and life insurance; and, participation in the state retirement plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the Cabinet's Office General Counsel regarding various real property and procurement matters, including reviewing real estate instruments and title documents, drafting legal instruments for property transactions, and providing research or solutions to various real property related issues brought to the Office of General Counsel by internal and external agencies. In some cases, providesupport on litigation involving real estate titles or other real estate related issues.
• Litigate cases involving the Cabinet throughout administrative proceedings and at all levels of state and federal court.
• Provide legal input on Cabinet policies and procedures, administrative regulations, and proposed legislation relating to financial management, information technology, public procurement, and real property.
• Perform contract review, provide input related to statewide or agency specific procurement, and handle legal matters involving the Kentucky Model Procurement Code.

Key Skills

• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Analyze and develop solutions for complex and novel property related issues brought to the Cabinet for resolution.
• Exceptional oral and written communication expertise.
• Positive attitude
• Self-starter

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION:See Special Requirements.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have one year of experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law or one year of supervised practice under Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.116, or a combination totaling at least one year of experience.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) will substitute for the one year required experience.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):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. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Marlene Mundine at [e-mail] or 502-564-6601.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D