Employment

Staff Attorney

Position Description: KNEA provides legal services to local affiliates and members in school districts across Kansas. The attorneys in the KNEA Legal Services Department represent hundreds of members each school year in various employment-related matters. These include contract negotiations and enforcement; prohibited practice complaints and labor actions before the Kansas Department of Labor; licensure; KPERS disability and retirement; disciplinary issues, such as suspension and dismissal; unemployment; and legislative and policy matters affecting Kansas education. The position is based at KNEA Headquarters in Topeka, Kansas. Click here to view the full job description.

How to Apply: Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references to: Sarah Meyer, Executive Assistant - sarah.meyer@knea.org. Applications must be received by April 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CST.

KNEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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