Kansas City, Missouri, United States · On-site
The Legal Administrator serves as a legal support professional within Port KC's legal department. Working closely with the General Counsel, this position coordinates Board governance, legal documentation, public records,…
Skills: Legal Administration, Contract Administration, Board Governance, Public Records Management, Legal Document Preparation
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Provides administrative legal support to the General Counsel, focusing on board governance, contract administration, and the maintenance of official legal records. Coordinates the preparation of legal documents and ensures organizational compliance with public records requirements.
Requires 3-5 years of experience in legal administration or project coordination, with a preference for an associate or bachelor's degree in Paralegal or Public Administration. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic signature tools.
The Legal Administrator serves as a legal support professional within Port KC's legal department. Working closely with the General Counsel, this position coordinates Board governance, legal documentation, public records, contracts/ agreements, and organizational compliance while supporting the successful execution of various programs and initiatives. The role ensures legal processes, workflows, and contractual obligations are managed efficiently and accurately in accordance with Port KC policies and standards. This role collaborates regularly with internal departments, external partners and vendors and is essential in maintaining efficient legal operations and supporting Port KC’s mission.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit our website to learn more about the work we do at Port KC and our partners.
What You Will Do
What You Need To Succeed
Preferred
Who You Are
Don’t meet every requirement? We encourage candidates lacking direct experience with preferred additional skills to apply and come ready to discuss how their experiences could allow them to grow into these additional duties.
Why Port KC?
At Port KC we inspire, innovate, and work together to achieve a common goal. Our core values are the foundation of our people-oriented culture and guide us in every decision. We offer competitive pay and a robust benefits package including 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer-Sponsored Life, Disability and AD&D, Health Saving Account with a $3,000 annual employer contribution, supplemental options, generous paid vacation, and personal leave, paid paternal leave, paid volunteer time off, flexible work schedules and summer hours, wellness programs, employee recognition programs, professional development opportunities, and MUCH MORE. We have been named to the Kansas City Business Journal’s Best Places to Work.
Port KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equity & inclusion. Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check, and DMV check. E-Verify employer.
Port KC's mission is to grow the economy of Kansas City's port district through transportation, global commerce and dev
Port KC’s mission is to grow the economy of Kansas City's port district through transportation, global commerce and development. Goals: To acquire, own, construct, redevelop, lease, maintain, and conduct land reclamation, residential development, commercial and mixed-use development, industrial parks and facilities and terminals, terminal facilities and any other type of port facility. To promote and expand inland and river port commercial throughput of cargo and freight. To identify and pursue redevelopment opportunities at blighted and historic preservation sites. To redevelop the Downtown Kansas City Riverfront to promote and develop new opportunities for residence, commerce and leisure. To promote the full integration of multi-modal transportation assets to increase commercial opportunities locally, nationally and internationally. Property: Berkley Riverfront, Port of Kansas City, Richards-Gebaur Commerce Park
Offices: 110 Berkley Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri 64120, US · 1724 Market Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105, US · 15430 Andrews Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64147, US · 1298 Riverfront Dr, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, US
Port KC's mission is to grow the economy of Kansas City's port district through transportation, global commerce and dev
Port KC’s mission is to grow the economy of Kansas City's port district through transportation, global commerce and development. Goals: To acquire, own, construct, redevelop, lease, maintain, and conduct land reclamation, residential development, commercial and mixed-use development, industrial parks and facilities and terminals, terminal facilities and any other type of port facility. To promote and expand inland and river port commercial throughput of cargo and freight. To identify and pursue redevelopment opportunities at blighted and historic preservation sites. To redevelop the Downtown Kansas City Riverfront to promote and develop new opportunities for residence, commerce and leisure. To promote the full integration of multi-modal transportation assets to increase commercial opportunities locally, nationally and internationally. Property: Berkley Riverfront, Port of Kansas City, Richards-Gebaur Commerce Park
Offices: 110 Berkley Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri 64120, US · 1724 Market Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105, US · 15430 Andrews Road, Kansas City, Missouri 64147, US · 1298 Riverfront Dr, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, US
