First Asst Attorney General

First Assistant Attorney General

Criminal Division - Major Crimes

 Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified (At-Will)
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
FLSA: Nonexempt
Location: Topeka
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

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) 

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a dynamic leader and experienced litigator to head the Criminal Division’s Major Crimes unit. Major Crimes attorneys work in conjunction with county and district attorneys to initiate and prosecute major felony cases statewide, with a focus on homicides and off-grid child sex crimes. This position will lead a team of criminal prosecutors and support staff.  This is an opportunity to litigate complex criminal cases in district courts across the state, as well as to mentor and supervise other attorneys in the unit. The successful candidate will have an exemplary record as an ethical litigator and a vision to improve and expand the work of the Major Crimes unit.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Supervising a team of capable professionals with diverse skills and expertise to ensure matters are consistently investigated and prosecuted proactively, efficiently, and with reasonable speed.
• Developing and presenting training to law enforcement and prosecutors statewide.
• Maintaining a criminal caseload consistent with the First AAG’s other duties.

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. 

Travel: Some travel within the state of Kansas for hearings, trials, and other prosecution-related duties will be required. Occasional out-of-state travel for training.

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 five years of experience as a state, federal, or military criminal prosecutor or criminal defense attorney.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supervising attorneys or related staff (e.g., investigators, legal secretaries, analysts
At least ten years of experience as a state, federal, or military prosecutor
Significant experience litigating off-grid cases in state court

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements

• As a condition of employment, candidate(s) are subject to a pre-employment screening process to include a drug screening test, physical examination, psychological testing, fingerprint and name-based criminal history records check and reference/background check of past and present employers. The pre-employment screening process will be waived for current OAG personnel who have previously completed the screening requirements.
• In this position, you would be authorized access to private information to the extent necessary to perform the assigned duties. Employees of the OAG are required to protect against unauthorized access to such information, ensure the security and privacy of such information, and disclose any anticipated threats or hazards to such information. Employees must be cautious not to release this information to the public or other individuals, including but not limited to OAG employees who have not been authorized or who do not have a legitimate organizational, departmental, or business need to know. Any questions regarding releasing such information to another person should be directed to the employee’s supervisor.
• State of Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate. A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the Office of Kansas Attorney General.  Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer.  A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.   
  If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas.  The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

Recruiter Contact Information

• Name: Jude Overton
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (785) 296-3666

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

Cover Letter 

Resume

Writing Sample (no more than ten pages)

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.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Office of the Kansas Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value the uniqueness of each individual person. We believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. We see this as the best way to realize our Office’s mission. We work to ensure all employees are treated fairly and have equal opportunity. We prohibit and strongly condemn discrimination on any basis protected by law. We strive to create and to cultivate a workplace environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect as a valued member of our team.

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.