Litigation Counsel

at Kansas Corporation Commission in Wichita, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled

Agency Information:

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) currently has a vacancy for an unclassified Litigation Counsel position for the Conservation Division, Wichita location. The KCC is a multi-faceted agency responsible for regulating public utilities including electric, natural gas, telecommunication and water companies as well as motor carriers, oil and gas pipelines and oil and gas natural production activities. The Commission’s headquarters is in Topeka with the central Conservation office in Wichita and four Conservation district offices located in Dodge City, Wichita, Chanute and Hays.

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone with a degree from an accredited law school.

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Position Summary:

Advising the Commission’s technical staff on all matters relating to the jurisdictional regulation of the oil and gas industry.  Work includes evaluating issues and facilitating formulation of technical staff positions; coordinating preparation of testimony; preparing pleadings, motions and briefs; reviewing discovery; providing representation in hearings and pre-hearing conferences including, as necessary, making oral arguments, and examining and cross-examining witnesses.

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

In addition to maintaining a full docket load, duties may also include providing legal advice and assistance to the Commission and/or its representatives concerning procedures, rules, regulations, legislative initiatives, and operations of Commission, including drafting or reviewing and commenting on memoranda, opinions, contracts, and other documents.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements:

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 https://www.ksrevenue.gov/taxclearance.html.  If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact Kansas Department of Revenue at (785)296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov.

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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  • Law School Transcript
  • DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
    
    
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  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Writing Sample (not to exceed six pages)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.  The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.