Associate General Counsel, Privacy Officer

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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact

• Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play

• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility

• Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents

• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths

• Achieve Career Longevity

• Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career

• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture

• Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role

• Feel Pride in Where you Work

• Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Job Responsibilities:

• Advises DPH state office and public health district staff, including district privacy officers, on compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ("HIPAA") and other privacy issues.

• Reviews and provides feedback on data requests made to DPH to ensure HIPAA compliance.

• Conducts investigations of potential HIPAA breaches.

• Advise on legal issues related to the Open Records Act or other federal or state privacy laws and assist with document requests as needed.

• Partners with program staff on contracts, data sharing agreements, and memoranda of understanding.

• Identifies and analyzes potential risks in program operations and agreements and proposes alternative options to mitigate risks.

• Researches and analyzes legal issues affecting DPH and its programs.

• Maintains knowledge of applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.

• Drafts policies, new or amended legislation, forms, letters, notices, and other legal documents as requested.

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the DPH General Counsel.

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Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and licensed to practice law in Georgia, and which includes four (4) years in a managerial role in job-related legal experience.

Additional Information

• Agency Logo: Requisition ID: LEG0292

• Number of Openings: 1

• Advertised Salary: $73,821.60 - $98,879.70

• Shift: Day Job

• Posting End Date: Jun 30, 2024