The Office of the Attorney General’s Public Protection Division has a wide-ranging mission. Our litigators fight to maintain a fair and competitive business environment, ensure all levels of government in our state remain open and transparent, and work to ensure our citizens are safe from sexually violent predators. Attorneys in the Public Protection Division can be a voice for the voiceless, standing up for consumers and citizens who have been swindled by scammers, exploited through unlawful business practices, or subjected to uncooperative government officials.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Division’s Open Government Section. This section investigates possible violations of the Kansas Open Meetings Act and Kansas Open Records Act and takes appropriate action when violations are found. The Attorney General has the power to enforce the law via administrative findings and orders or through court proceedings, and Open Government Section attorneys pursue those avenues as appropriate.
The Assistant Attorney General will be part of a focused team investigating and resolving alleged violations of the open government laws. The successful candidate must have strong analytical and writing skills, be able to manage a moderate caseload, and be an effective communicator. We aim to hire dynamic team players who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. If you’re a bold-but-thoughtful litigator with concern for your fellow citizens, we want to talk to you. Maturity and a willingness to help others are essential to this position.
Responsibilities
Job duties will include:
- Examining suspected statutory violations via effective and efficient civil investigations
- Preparing well-written and well-grounded investigative reports, administrative findings, and orders
- Applying legal authority on open meetings and open records to an evolving technological landscape
- Pursuing resolutions that maximize public benefit and vindicate the public interest
- If matters proceed to litigation, conducting civil discovery and presenting persuasive arguments and evidence.
Qualifications
Licensing & Certification
- Membership in good standing with the Bar of the Supreme Court of Kansas or eligible for admission without examination.
- A valid driver’s license
Minimum Qualifications
- At least two (2) years post-J.D. experience
- Prior experience or demonstrated interest in the Public Protection Division’s mission/work
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience with KORA, KOMA, FOIA, or similar open government/sunshine laws
- Experience in criminal, civil, or administrative litigation
- Experience with civil or criminal investigations
Application Process
Submit the following documents via email to careers@ag.ks.gov:
- Cover Letter (optional)
- Resume
- Writing Sample (no more than ten pages)
- Law school transcript if practicing law for less than four years
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
For more information, visit: https://www.ag.ks.gov/home
Recruiter Contact Information
- Name: Jude Overton
- Email: careers@ag.ks.gov
- Phone: (785) 296-3666