Jobs in Merriam

Trademark Attorney

Our client is a top Am law firm, seeking an associate for its P Trademark/Copyright/Branding Practice Group in Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, New York or Washington, DC office. The salary for this position is between $220k to $390k.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of trademark experience, including U.S. trademark clearance, prosecution, portfolio management, and TTAB work, copyright counseling, and trademark-specific litigation experience.
• International prosecution experience and licensing and acquisition agreement experience is preferred.
• Some law firm experience is required.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing and interpersonal skills.
• State bar admission in jurisdiction of practice.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

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Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Litigation Paralegal in the Kansas City office. The ideal candidate is professional in demeanor, detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoys working as a team. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work efficiently under pressure and quickly learn and integrate new technical skills and knowledge are required for success in this position.

At least five years of litigation experience required. Insurance defense and insurance coverage experience preferred.

All candidates must understand the importance of upholding client confidentiality.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases throughout the litigation process.
• Assist with fact and witness investigations, including background checks.
• Assist with propounding and responding to discovery, including document production.
• Review and summarize medical records, medical bills, police records, deposition transcripts, and other documents and client files.
• Review and analyze large files to prepare key events, correspondence, and other chronologies to assist with case assessment.
• Assist in juror research.
• Assist with deposition, court hearing, mediation, and arbitration preparation.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with clients, attorneys, and professional staff.
• Efficiently and effectively learn and utilize new and existing firm technology.

Baker Sterchi offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, medical, dental, vision, basic and voluntary life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and 401K matching.

Committed to promoting diversity within our organization and the legal community, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds.

About Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC

Founded in 1982, Baker Sterchi is a civil defense litigation and trial law firm with offices in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, Washington and Oregon. The firm provides comprehensive legal services across a broad range of practice areas, including commercial and business litigation, construction, employment and labor, insurance coverage and defense, law enforcement and civil rights, government liability, medical malpractice, premises liability, product liability, professional and management liability, trial practice and consulting, and transportation litigation. With a team of attorneys who bring decades of courtroom experience, Baker Sterchi is widely recognized for its trial skills and commitment to client service. For more information, visit .

I am working with an AM LAW ranked firm, who is looking for additional Insurance Coverage Attorneys in its growing Kansas City office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated coverage work, direct client contact, and long-term career development.

The successful candidate will advise insurer and policyholder clients on a wide range of complex insurance coverage matters, including both counseling and litigation-related issues.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing insurance policies and advising on coverage issues.
• Handling declaratory judgment actions and coverage litigation.
• Drafting coverage opinions, pleadings, and motions.
• Managing claims arising from construction, professional liability, D&O, E&O, and general liability matters.
• Collaborating with litigation teams and interacting directly with clients and carriers.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri.
• 3+ years of experience in insurance coverage work
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience working with insurers and/or policyholders
• Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively in a team environment

The firm is offering

• Base compensation of $170k-$250k
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• High-quality work with well-known clients
• Clear path for progression and professional development
• Collegial and supportive firm culture
• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.
• Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Sandblasting Operator

This is a full-time / temporary-to-hire position. It is not a short-term or seasonal role.

We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, good attendance, and a willingness to learn. Previous blasting experience is not required — reliability and a positive attitude are far more important.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Sandblaster Operator located in Kansas City, MO 64130. The Sandblaster Operator will be responsible for preparing and cleaning surfaces by abrasive blasting techniques, operating and maintaining sandblasting equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with team members to complete tasks on schedule. Additional responsibilities include inspecting completed work to ensure quality standards are met and adhering to organizational safety protocols.

Benefits after completing 90 days, the company will offer:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for full-time employees
• 401(k) with company match
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Competitive pay within our industry

If you are interested in growing with our company and beginning a stable, rewarding career, we would be pleased to hear from you.

• Sending your resume is a plus: / (913) 374-0797

Premier Staffing Solutions

709 N 6th St.

Kansas City, KS 66101

Position Details:

We are seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join an Early Childhood Center serving students in a specialized autism program.

Position: 1 Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: North Kansas City, Missouri

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: May 28 (End of School Year)

Interview Process: Zoom Meeting

• Caseload: Approximately 35 students
• Population: Early childhood students in a specialized program for students with autism
• Experience Preferred: AAC device experience is highly beneficial
• Setting: Onsite only (working directly with littles)
• Schedule: Full-time, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Why This Opportunity?

• Support students during critical early developmental years
• Collaborative school environment
• Structured full-time schedule
• Meaningful impact within a specialized autism program

If you're passionate about early intervention and supporting young learners with autism, we'd love to connect with you!

Apply today or message directly to schedule your Zoom interview!

Senior Brand Strategist

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Brand Strategist is responsible for shaping and executing comprehensive brand strategies that drive business growth and market relevance. This individual will uncover and translate key insights about clients, consumers, competitors, and market trends into actionable strategies that strengthen the agency and its clients' brand positioning.

The Senior Brand Strategist will provide high-level strategic direction and thought leadership to internal teams and external clients. The ideal candidate brings a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision, demonstrating intellectual curiosity, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for making complex ideas clear and relatable.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Consumer Behavior, Psychology, Cultural Anthropology, Business Administration or a closely related field, combined with relevant professional experience
• 7–10 years of experience in a marketing or advertising agency environment, with a strong background in brand strategy, account planning or consumer insights.
• Industry Familiarity (Plus): Prior experience or a strong interest in the meat, agriculture, or grocery retail sectors is a plus, but we value a candidate's ability to apply strategic rigor to new and complex categories above all else.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

• Expert-level understanding of brand development and creative process, including crafting positioning statements, messaging frameworks, creative briefs, and advertising concepts.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to initiate primary and secondary research methodologies–both qualitative and quantitative–with the ability to determine the most effective approach for each objective.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to synthesize complex information from diverse sources, draft compelling reports and presentations, and clearly present research findings to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience managing and inspiring cross-functional teams focused on brand strategy, research, insights and data-driven storytelling.
• Highly proactive, self-directed, and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining clarity, focus, and follow-through.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the creativity to solve complex business challenges through insight-driven thinking.
• Passionate about advertising, strategy, consumer behavior, and market insights, with a continuous drive to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Google Workspace apps, with the ability to create and interpret data-driven presentations and visualizations.
• Technical proficiency in Qualtrics with the ability to independently design, deploy, and manage complex quantitative research studies from inception through to analysis.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to meet client and organizational needs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategy: Leverage a deep understanding of brand marketing to collaborate on the successful building of effective, innovative brand strategies across multiple channels
• Research: Conduct in-depth research and analysis across demographic, psychographic, socioeconomic, and market data, applying strong analytical rigor to distill complex findings into actionable "so-what's" that shape brand and advertising strategy
• Insights: A strong passion for people and the desire to uncover key customer/market insights as the basis for strategies and communication, which change perceptions and influence behavior to create a competitive advantage
• Creativity and innovation: The ability (and desire) to think big across a wide range of strategic opportunities, from launch planning to the evolution of long-standing platforms
• Teamwork: Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members in the development and presentation of integrated, innovative, strategic marketing solutions
• Analytics: Evaluate campaign performance through clear goal-setting and measurement, assessing effectiveness and strategic outcomes, and make recommendations based on learnings.
• Presentation: Cool, calm and compelling in the delivery of formal and informal presentations that deliver new thinking, close new business and educate clients and internal teams
• Communication: Ability to produce clear and concise written documents (proposals, strategic rationales, point-of-view statements, case studies, discussion guides, etc.)
• Trend-watcher: Monitor and analyze cultural, social, and industry trends—particularly within agriculture, meat, and food—to understand consumer attitudes, behaviors, and perceptions; prepare trend analyses and share findings with clients and internal teams.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Trozzolo is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trozzolo prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trozzolo conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mechanical Engineer – Kansas City, KS (66102) | Also Hiring in Houston, TX

We're seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading company supporting major construction projects. In this role, you'll design, analyze, and oversee mechanical systems while ensuring projects meet technical standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site surveys, identify mechanical risks, and support pre‐engineering activities
• Design HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other mechanical systems
• Prepare technical drawings, schematics, and specifications in CAD
• Select mechanical equipment and ensure compliance with codes and standards
• Develop tender and construction documents, support procurement and vendor reviews
• Coordinate across architects, engineers, vendors, and contractors
• Support construction activities: drawing revisions, site queries, inspections, and commissioning
• Oversee project schedule, quality, and documentation, including as‐built drawings

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience in construction (HVAC/plumbing required)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and HVAC load calculation tools (e.g., TRACE 700)
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, and building codes
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication, problem‐solving, and project management skills
• Willingness to perform site visits

Schedule a time to connect:

• Manage low voltage projects from kickoff through closeout
• Plan and track project schedules, budgets, and resources
• Coordinate design, engineering, procurement, and field installation teams
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, general contractors, and vendors
• Review contracts, drawings, submittals, and change orders
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, local codes, and project specifications
• Schedule inspections, testing, and system acceptance with AHJs
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and closeout packages
• Identify risks and resolve project issues proactively
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards

• 3+ years of project management experience in low voltage or life safety systems
• Strong working knowledge of Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, and Burglar Alarm systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and contracts
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and stakeholders
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license and ability to visit job sites

• NICET certification (Fire Alarm Level II–IV)
• PMP or similar project management certification
• Experience with commercial, industrial, or multi-site projects
• Knowledge of IP networking and structured cabling
• Familiarity with platforms such as Honeywell, Lenel, Genetec, Bosch, Axis, or Avigilon

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and certification support
• Career advancement opportunities