Overview
ATTORNEY III Jobs in California at Department of Insurance
Description & Requirements
Join Our Team as a Legal Consultant for the Kansas Child Support Program!
Are you a dedicated legal professional passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of families and children? The Kansas Child Support Program is seeking an experienced and motivated Legal Consultant to provide vital legal expertise, strategic guidance, and advocacy to ensure the effective administration of child support services across the state.
As a Legal Consultant, you’ll collaborate with state agencies, legal teams, and stakeholders to navigate complex legal issues, shape policy, and drive initiatives that promote the well-being of Kansas children and families. Your legal insight will play a pivotal role in interpreting regulations, advising on case strategies, and contributing to the development of effective child support practices.
*This position is on-site during the training period – will move to remote with minimal travel after training*
Why Maximus?
– Competitive Compensation – Quarterly bonuses based on performance included!
– ️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage – Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter’s, and Pet insurance.
– Future Planning – Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
– ️ Paid Time Off Package – Enjoy PTO, Holidays, and sick leave, along with Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
– Holistic Wellness Support – Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
– Recognition Platform – Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
– Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in your ongoing education and development.
– Employee Perks and Discounts – Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.
– Maximus Wellness Program and Resources – Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
– Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare, review, and sign legal filings and court documents.
Attend and represent the client in assigned judicial hearings.
Communicate and advise private counsel on cases.
Communicate with project staff regarding legal questions, opinions, and interpretations.
Act as an advisor on legal issues involving compliance.
Coordinate with outside counsel for litigation and legal matters.
Interpret applicable regulations and policies associated with case to determine recommendation.
Ensure solutions are consistent with organizational objectives.
Responsible for managing child support cases, participating in hearings and enforcing orders through administrative and court processes.
Occasional research
Collaborating with attorneys and self-represented parties
Handling administrative and court appeals
Providing daily guidance on legal procedures to case workers and parents
Interactions with court clerks, private counsel & pro se parties
Following up on dockets with court clerks and following up with judges before and/or after hearings.
Engage in regular meetings with legal staff to ensure consistent and effective case handling
Giving direction to staff to prepare matters for legal action
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in related field.
3-5 years of relevant professional experience required.
Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.
Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required
Active Kansas State BAR license required
Experience with child support cases or family law preferred
Organizational Skills
Ability to follow through on all communications
Clear Communication Skills
Must be willing and able to travel to Kansas City, KS or Wichita, KS as needed
Home office requirements:
Reliable high-speed internet service
Minimum 20 Mpbs download speeds/50 Mpbs for shared internet connectivity
Minimum 5 Mpbs upload speeds
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EEO Statement
Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We’re proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate’s education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant’s salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Title: ATTORNEY III
Company: Department of Insurance
Location: California
