About This Role:

This position provides legal advice to university administrators, faculty, staff and others on federal and state laws, statutes, regulations, and Regents and University policies and procedures. The successful candidate will provide timely, accessible, sound legal advice and representation to the university with a critical focus on highly complex and sensitive matters in the areas of labor and employment.

In addition, the candidate may be responsible for providing legal advice regarding campus safety, research integrity, litigation, internal dispute resolution, depositions and/or mediations, conducting legal research, policy review and development, contract review and negotiation, legal presentations and training seminars, preparing correspondence and legal documentation and/or serving as a legal advisor to university campus boards and committees, and other duties concerning the full array of legal issues arising in the context of higher education. May supervise staff.

A strong preference will be given to candidates with ten or more years of employment law experience.

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit:

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We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the

Worksite Options:

This role requires an on-campus presence at regular intervals. Exceptionally qualified remote candidates may be considered.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited school
• Six (6) or more years of relevant employment law experience
• License to practice law in the state of Kansas or admitted to membership within 12 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten (10) or more years of law practice experience
• Three (3) or more years of higher education law practice, whether in-house, law firm or government agency
• The successful candidate will also demonstrate a high level of effectiveness in the following areas:
  • Exceptional research, writing and oral skills
  • Initiative and intellectual curiosity
  • Excellent judgment, attention to detail, organization, timeliness, and follow-through
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with coworkers and clients
  • Strong analytical, options-based, and problem-solving abilities in partnership with client workgroup(s)
  • Strong work ethic and professional integrity
  • Ability to retain perspective and sense of humor

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Major, Lindsey & Africa (MLA) has been retained by Kansas State University to conduct this search. To apply please visit:

Screening of Applications Begins:

To ensure full consideration, please submit your resume by April 1, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.