Staff Attorney
Apply NowCompany: State of Kansas
Location: Lucas, KS 67648
Description:
The Health Care Stablization Fund (HCSF) is accepting applications for a Staff Attorney position
Agency Information: The Health Care Stabilization Fund (the 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).
To find out more, see their website at: https://hcsf.kansas.gov/
About the Position
* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Staff Attorney is responsible for litigation and claims management involving millions of dollars per year.
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.
Qualifications
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.
Recruiter Contact Information
Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
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
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
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.
Agency Information: The Health Care Stabilization Fund (the 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).
To find out more, see their website at: https://hcsf.kansas.gov/
About the Position
- Who can apply: Anyone
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Service
- Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
- Deadline Date: Open until filled
* 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
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Staff Attorney is responsible for litigation and claims management involving millions of dollars per year.
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.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree from a four-year college or university and Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in claims handling or insurance law is helpful.
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.
Recruiter Contact Information
- Name: Emily Gottstein
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete
- State of Kansas Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
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.