Student Legal Services Attorney

Student Support & Accountability in the Division of Academic Success & Student Affairs is seeking a Student Legal Services Attorney. The staff attorney will provide free, confidential, legal assistance to Kansas State University students. This i...

  • 521156
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Student Supp & Accountability
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Closing at: Mar 20 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • Hybrid eligible
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About This Role

The Student Legal Services Attorney provides free, confidential, legal assistance to Kansas State University (KSU) student clients. Consistent with that goal, Legal Services is also engaged in an on-going educational effort, using social media, marketing, and speaking engagements, to inform students of their legal rights and responsibilities.

About Us

Student Legal Services (SLS) in the Division of Academic Success & Student Affairs at Kansas State University has been providing free, confidential legal advice to students since 1971. The purpose of the office is to educate students about their legal rights and responsibilities, assist students as they resolve legal issues currently facing them, and equip students with the skills necessary to manage legal situations in the future.  For full job description please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/legal/

Worksite Description

This position is Hybrid eligible. The position is expected to be on-campus but may have remote hours for spending time supporting clients in court or to student groups for presentations. The successful candidate will discuss the details of their position at the time of hiring. Remote work is granted at the discretion of the direct supervisor. Additional details about potential hybrid work in this role can be discussed during interviews.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a juris doctor degree
  • One year of relevant experience.

Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Kansas.

This position requires advanced legal knowledge and regulatory expertise, which are most reliably developed through a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school a prerequisite for licensure to practice law. Combined with the required experience, these qualifications ensure the candidate is equipped to advise university students of their legal rights.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 2 years of legal experience
  • Experience working with students and varying populations
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize work effectively, prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, evaluate and report activities in the area of legal counsel.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Please submit the following documents:
    1. Letter of interest detailing experience as it applies to this position.
    2. Resume
    3. Three professional references with contact information.

Application Window

Applications close on: March 20, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$115,000.000 - $120,000.000

 

 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

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

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.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.