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Deputy General Counsel III
Oklahoma City, OK

Deputy General Counsel III - $106,445 annual salary
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Basic Purpose:

The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** (OHCA) is seeking a Deputy General Counsel III to provide legal advice and representation to the agency and board. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited Law School and a minimum of six years of experience in the practice of law.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide legal support for copyright, trademark, software, and IT issues within the agency.
- Represent the agency in administrative and judicial proceedings, including member and provider appeals.
- Review and analyze contracts for the agency, making necessary changes to further the agency's mission.
- Coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General/Medicaid Fraud Control Unit for referrals and investigative efforts.
- Analyze and determine the impact of proposed legislation.
- Address contract bid issues and provide legal support for administrative bid protest actions.
- Analyze and review record requests involving the Open Records Act, HIPAA, and Medicaid confidentiality laws.
- Attend meetings to explain the Medicaid program and provide information to legislative members and staff.
- Act as the principal contact for legal advice and assistance to an administrative unit.
- Represent the agency in state and federal court proceedings, including drafting pleadings and attending hearings.
- Research state and federal laws related to the Medicaid program and attend meetings to discuss policy initiatives.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited Law School.
- Minimum of six years of experience in the practice of law.
- Active member of the State Bar of Oklahoma.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Litigation experience.
- Relevant legal and/or administrative experience.
- Background in health care administration, health care insurance, or state/federal health care programs.
- Advanced education and additional certifications.
- Familiarity with computer research and case management software.
- Senior level administrative experience at OHCA.
- Previous legal experience at OHCA.

Special Requirements:

- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds.
- Regular exposure to office equipment such as computers, phones, and copy machines.

Benefits Highlights:

- Generous state paid benefit allowance to cover insurance premiums.
- A variety of health insurance plans to choose from.
- Optional flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses.
- Employee assistance program and health/fitness programs.
- 11 paid holidays.
- 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in 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:

OHCA is committed to complying with all State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

Notice to Applicants:

All correspondence regarding this position will come from **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Please add this email address to your safe-senders list to ensure you receive updates. If you have any questions about the status of your application, please contact the HR team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

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.

Internal Applicants:

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account on the Internal Website only. To apply internally, go to the Workday home screen, select "Menu," then click on "Careers." From there, select "Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma." Under Agencies, select "807 - Health Care Authority" and choose the desired position. Make sure to complete the entire job application and attach your resume with your application.

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

Join Our Legal Team:

If you are a highly skilled attorney with a passion for health care law, consider joining our team at OHCA as a Deputy General Counsel III. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth and development. Apply now and become a valuable member of our organization.

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