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Staff Attorney III
Commonwealth of KentuckyUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026
💰 $64,524/yr($63,264/yr – $64,524/yr)
About the role
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Staff Attorney III
Pay Grade
18
Salary
$5,271.84 - $5,377.25 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Office of Legal Services
Location
200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40622 USA
Frankfort, KY 40622 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our
focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the
delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe,
efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic
opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our Office of Legal Services as a Staff Attorney III in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to Perform specialized legal services relating to one or more specific areas of the law including but not limited to Administrative Regulations, Property Damage, Open Records and Administrative Hearings.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Travel may be required.
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/
By joining our Office of Legal Services as a Staff Attorney III in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to Perform specialized legal services relating to one or more specific areas of the law including but not limited to Administrative Regulations, Property Damage, Open Records and Administrative Hearings.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Represent KYTC in Administrative or Civil Actions
- Provide legal advice to staff within KYTC on Regulations, property damage, open records
- Oversee case management of cases assigned to employee
- Work independently
- Self motivated to work in a fast paced legal environment
- Work well with others in the Cabinet
- Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings.
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Employee wellness programs.
Travel may be required.
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Must have two years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required.
Probationary Period
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