Attorney

Agency Information: The Health Care Stabilization Fund was created by the Kansas Legislature in 1976 as an essential part of the Health Care Provider Insurance Availability Act. The Fund provides excess professional liability coverage for health care providers as defined by K.S.A. 40-3401(f). An 11-member Board of Governors has statutory oversight over the Fund. About the Position Who can apply: Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: 8:00 – 5:00, Monday - Friday Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes Application Deadline: Open until filled Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $95,000-$105,000 Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. 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 Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information Position Description: The Staff Attorney is responsible for litigation and claims management involving millions of dollars per year. Job Responsibilities: Manages case files as assigned. Case file management activities include guiding and following the progress and status of each case, monitoring or directing defense activities, analyzing the health care providers’ liability, evaluating potential settlement value, and estimating and setting reserves for indemnity and defense costs. Attends and participates in settlement conferences and defense meetings. Negotiates settlements, recommends defense and trial strategies, and carries out other case related activities. Reviews business entity documentation to determine eligibility for Fund participation and coverage. Collaborates with Compliance Section personnel to address business entity inquiries from insurance agents and health care providers. Does legal research, prepares reports, and assists in completing other assigned duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner. Minimum Qualifications Degree from a four-year college or university Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school Preferred Qualifications Experience in claims handling or insurance law is helpful Special Skills, Abilities, Certifications In order to perform the duties of Staff Attorney, the individual must possess a thorough knowledge of the Health Care Provider Insurance Availability Act as well as general knowledge of rules pertaining to professional liability lawsuits. In addition, this position requires a thorough understanding of the Professional Corporation Law of Kansas and the Kansas Revised Limited Liability Company Act. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Must have the ability to carry out complex instructions regarding case files in an aggressive but reasonable manner. Because settlement conferences can be extremely stressful situations, the position must be able to work with all types of people, including attorneys and health care providers who may be difficult to deal with. Post Offer Requirement: Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. 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. Please be encouraged if you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, 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 I