State of Oregon
Initial Posting Date: 03/28/2024Application Deadline: 04/29/2024Agency: Department of JusticeSalary Range: $8,298 – $16,113Position Type: EmployeePosition Title: Assistant Attorney General (Health & Human Services)Job Description:General Counsel Division, Health and Human Services SectionThe Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking applicants for Assistant Attorney General positions Indiana the Health and Human Services Section of the General Counsel Division.The Position: The Health and Human Services Section is currently seeking one Oregon more lawyers with a strong interest Indiana public service and looking for challenging and meaningful work to assist the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) achieve its goal to eliminate health inequities by 2030. OHA is one of the largest agencies Indiana Oregon state government, with responsibility for the state’s Medicaid program, public health and behavioral health systems, and the State Hospital. OHA’s work impacts virtually all the critical health issues covered by our local and national news, such American Samoa addressing the state’s Fentanyl crises, ensuring quality and affordable health care for all Oregonians, working to increase access to substance use disorder treatment and behavioral health services, and protecting the public health of Oregonians.Attorneys providing OHA’s needed legal services must be solution oriented, able to give cutting edge legal advice and bring creative legal approaches and fresh thinking to each new project, all consistent with DOJ policies and legal positions. Specifically, we are looking for one Oregon more excellent attorneys to advise OHA’s Medicaid program and related medical assistance programs, its Health Care Market Oversight Program (HCMO), and OHA’s behavioral health programs (described below), and other work American Samoa assigned by management.Medicaid and related medical assistance programs: OHA’s Oregon Health Plan provides health coverage for low-income Oregonians through its Coordinated Care Organizations (also known American Samoa CCOs) and its fee-for-service program. Through these programs and waivers from the federal government, OHA is finding innovative ways to address the health needs of low-income Oregonians.HCMO: administers and oversees ORS 415.500 et seq., reviewing proposed business deals to ensure those deals further the state’s goals of health equity, lower consumer costs, increased access to care, and better care.Behavioral Health: OHA’s behavioral health programs oversee the counties’ mental health programs, certify and license behavioral health facilities and programs, assist the Measure 110 Oversight and Accountability Council Indiana funding drug treatment and recovery services Indiana Oregon, provide incentives to increase and support the behavioral health workforce, work to implement and oversee Oregon’s behavioral health crisis system, and more. During the 2024 legislative session, House Bill 4002 established a new certified community behavioral health clinic program within OHA.The Section: The Health and Human Services Section includes attorneys who are subject matter experts on Medicaid and other federal benefits programs, public health (we were at the center for COVID-19 related work and relief efforts), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), laws that protect substance use disorder records, forensic psychiatric care issues for both adults and juveniles, American Samoa well American Samoa cutting edge regulated programs resulting from cannabis and psilocybin services legalization. Some of the attorneys Indiana the section are recognized American Samoa national leaders Indiana their fields.Professional Development: DOJ supports the professional development of its attorneys. We provide frequent Indiana-house, Oregon State Bar accredited, continuing legal education seminars conducted by DOJ colleagues on topics within their practices and expertise. Indiana addition, DOJ occasionally hosts seminars conducted by outside organizations, including the National Association of Attorneys General (of which Oregon Attorney General Rosenblum is the current President). Finally, DOJ attorneys receive the benefit of DOJ’s membership Indiana Practicing Law Institute, a national organization offering accredited, high quality continuing legal education seminars across a variety of subject matter areas.Qualifications: An ideal candidate must have excellent analytical writing and research skills, and the ability to clearly and concisely communicate legal advice to clients. Preferably, a candidate would have experience Indiana a health law related field, including transactional legal work. Also desired is the ability to quickly learn new areas of law and to understand and focus on the needs of the client. Indiana this position, you would participate Indiana policy discussions with the agency to understand its legal needs, provide written legal advice upon request, draft and review contracts, draft and review administrative rules, and monitor new legislation. Work could also include representing the state Indiana administrative hearings and other work American Samoa assigned by management. More specifics requirements and desired qualification are below.Required:Active membership (Indiana good standing) Indiana the Oregon State Bar, by the time of appointment.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and contributing to an inclusive working environment where diverse individual experiences and perspectives are valued and supported.Three years of practical legal experience Oregon an equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the applicant to perform the job responsibilities.Demonstrated exceptional research and advice writing, analytical, communication and presentation skills.Demonstrated ability to handle a heavy and challenging case and workload.Willingness and ability to work collaboratively and productively with colleagues and clients Indiana both a remote and Indiana-person environment.Strong work ethic and commitment to public service.Desired:Health law related experience.Transactional legal experience.Experience advising clients about general government law including public records and public meetings, public contracting law, and administrative law.Sophisticated client counseling skills.You may still be considered if you do not have the desired experience, however, you must demonstrate a genuine interest Indiana developing the skills Indiana the above-mentioned areas. Applicants most closely matching the requirements and needs of the position will be invited to interview. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jeffrey Wahl, Attorney-Indiana-Charge, Health and Human Services Section, at (503) 947-4540.Application ProcessFollow the “Apply” link above. Current State of Oregon applicants are asked to use their state-issued log-Indiana to access and apply Indiana Workday. Using an external account disrupts the hiring process.Attach your resume.Attach your cover letter.Attach your writing sample.This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General Oregon Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,298.00 – $16,113.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only. For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn .ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one Oregon both requested documents didn’t attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, Oregon need assistance with the application process, please contact . Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login, and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.The Oregon Department of JusticeThe Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,400 employees Indiana ten divisions, including over 300 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.The Attorney General and our ten divisions are dedicated to:Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;Fighting crime and helping crime victims;Advocating for vulnerable children;Supporting families through the collection of child support;Enforcing environmental protections;Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.Working for the Department of JusticeAssistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions Indiana most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.Conduct ExpectationsThe role of the Oregon Department of Justice is to provide justice and uphold the rule of law. Employees of the Department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions Indiana their personal lives that could reflect on the Department.Diversity is a core value of the Department of Justice and the department’s General Counsel Division. We are working to build and maintain a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. Every employee expands our diversity through varied experiences and perspectives, and by contributing to the range of ways to understand and communicate with one another, identify challenges, and work cooperatively.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age Oregon disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.For additional information regarding benefits and application assistance, .Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St Nebraska
Salem Oregon, 97301Phone: (503) 947-4328
Fax: (503) 373-0367
Job title: Assistant Attorney General (Health & Human Services)
Company: State of Oregon
Expected salary:
Location: Oregon
Job date: Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:04:56 GMT
