The Office of the Kansas attorney General’s Public Protection Division has a wide-ranging mission with one overriding priority:  keeping Kansas safe.  This is an exciting opportunity to join the Division’s Consumer Protection Section.  The Assistant Attorney General (AAG) position in our Consumer Protection Division will represent the state in a variety of matters brought under the Kansas Consumer Protection Act (KCPA). We are an organization that values individuals who strive to work in a team environment, where a positive attitude and willingness to assist others is critical. We seek to hire individuals who exemplify the highest standards of integrity, efficiency and professionalism.

PRIMARY DUTIES 

If selected, you would support our mission to protect the safety and security of Kansas families. You would be principally assigned cases involving the KCPA, the Kansas No-Call Act, the Kansas False Claims Act, and other areas as needed. You should be well-organized, self-motivated, and punctual. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to consumer phone calls, emails, letters and other communication
• Draft and argue pre-trial motions;
• Prepare pleadings
• Interview consumers, suppliers and witnesses
• Conduct legal research and writing
• Conduct depositions and other forms of discovery
• Conduct negotiations
• Participate in court or jury trials
• Research, interpret and apply statutes, court decisions, or other legal authority on points of law
• Work with our record retention policies and procedures

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and additional duties may be added.

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)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs