Deputy General Counsel III

Job Posting Title

Deputy General Counsel III

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Legal

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

August 12, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$92,455.00 / annual

Job Description

Basic Purpose

The Deputy General Counsel reports to the General Counsel (GC) and provides legal advice to the agency and board and represents OHCA in both administrative and judicial proceedings.

Typical Functions

• Analyzes, reviews and researches copyright, trademark, software, and related issues for the agency. Provides legal support for IT issues in the agency as well as litigation support on these issues.

• Represents the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings in both member and provider appeals. Prosecutes and defends administrative and judicial actions on behalf of the agency that involve more complex program issues within the Medicaid Program.

• Reviews and analyzes contracts for the agency and drafts changes to those agreements to assist the agency in its mission.

• Assists in the coordination of referrals and investigative efforts with the Office of the Attorney General/Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU).

• Analyzes, reviews, and determines impact of proposed legislation.

• Addresses contract bid issues. Reviews and analyzes agency contract bid documents, agency procurement manuals, evaluation tools, bidder's questions, and responses, and answer legal questions regarding pending procurement maters. This job requires legal knowledge of the Central Purchasing Act and legal research skills regarding procurement law. Provides legal support for administrative bid protest actions between the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, OHCA and bid protestants.

• Addresses HIPAA and Open Records issues. Analyzes, researches and reviews record requests that involve the Open Records Act, HIPAA or Medicaid confidentiality laws.

• Attends meetings of various interest groups to explain the Medicaid program and answers information requests from legislative members and staff.

• Serves as principal contact for the provision of legal advice and attorney assistance to an administrative unit (e.g., Behavioral Health, Provider Services, etc.).

• First- and second-chair responsibility in state and federal court proceedings involving the agency, including drafting of pleadings and discovery, motions hearings, depositions, trial, and appeal.

• Researches state and federal law relating to the Medicaid program; drafts and/or reviews and revises State Plan and waiver language, as well as Oklahoma Administrative Code language; and attends meetings with internal and external stakeholders related to policy initiatives.

Travel: Travel on an "as needed" basis.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This attorney position with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority states that the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree AND
• Juris Doctorate Degree from ABA accredited Law School AND
• A minimum of six (6) years of experience in the practice of law AND
• Active Member of the State Bar of Oklahoma

Preference May Be Given to Candidates With:

• Litigation experience

• Other relevant legal and/or administrative experience

• Significant background in health care administration, health care insurance and/or state or federal health care programs

• Advanced education

• Additional certifications

• Use of computer research & case management software

• Senior level administrative experience at OHCA

• Legal experience at OHCA

Special Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain sitting for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to move or lift up to 15 pounds at various times.

Work Environment:

• The office work environment includes regular exposure to general office equipment such as computer equipment, phones, and copy machines.

Benefits Highlights

OHCA is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.

• A wide choice of health insurance plans.

• Optional flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care.

• Employee assistance program and health and fitness programs.

• 11 paid holidays.

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year.

• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous contribution.

• Longevity Bonus for years of service.

• Public Service Loan forgiveness and educational assistance reimbursement program.

• Training opportunities for CEU requirements.

Accommodation Statement:

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335.

Notice to applicants:

Please add OHCAHR@okhca.org to the address book or "safe-senders" list in your email. All correspondence will come from this address. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Current State of Oklahoma employees: must apply for open positions through their Workday account on the Internal Website only.

To apply internally, Go to "Menu" from Workday home screen, Select "Careers," then Click on "Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma."

Under Agencies, Select "807 - Health Care Authority." Select the position you would like to apply, complete the entire job application, and attach your resume with your job application.

A complete job application includes: Resume/CV attached with a complete work history and education.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.