Assistant Attorney General (Attorney III), Medicaid Recipient Fraud Unit

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision, performs legal work relating to allegations of Medicaid Recipient fraud by the beneficiary. Primarily assigned to the Prosecution Section to prosecute cases involving Medicaid fraud and abuse committed by beneficiaries (recipients). Reviews work product and coordinates activities of investigators with Chief Investigator and other staff for purposes of providing legal counsel and advice within the Medicaid Recipient Fraud Unit as directed by the supervisor. Prepares all legal memoranda, pleadings, and briefs. Appears in court and all legal proceedings on assigned cases or as assigned by supervisors at all stages of prosecution. Provides legal advice to assigned public agencies and serves as contact counsel on assigned subject matters. May assist other law enforcement agencies with legal advice on criminal investigations involving Medicaid fraud recipients. Consults with appropriate supervisors on all legal and administrative matters. Works closely with SC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Program Integrity. Performs other related assigned job duties as directed by supervisor, Deputy and Chief Deputy Attorney General.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctorate Degree
• At least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Must be a member and in good standing with the SC Bar.
• Must satisfy Rule 403 requirements.
• Must be flexible to travel.
• Must be able to transport files to court.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the laws of South Carolina.
• Knowledge of general case, statutory, and common law.
• Knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures and rules of guidance.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws in court decisions.
• Ability to analyze facts, evidence, and legal instruments.
• Ability to express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically.
• Ability to plan and direct the activities of a legal staff.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute cases involving Medicaid fraud and abuse committed by beneficiaries (recipients).
• Review work product and coordinate activities of investigators with Chief Investigator and other staff for purposes of providing legal counsel and advice within the Medicaid Recipient Fraud Unit.
• Prepare all legal memoranda, pleadings, and briefs.
• Appear in court and all legal proceedings on assigned cases or as assigned by supervisors at all stages of prosecution.
• Provide legal advice to assigned public agencies and serve as contact counsel on assigned subject matters.
• Assist other law enforcement agencies with legal advice on criminal investigations involving Medicaid fraud recipients.
• Consult with appropriate supervisors on all legal and administrative matters.
• Work closely with SC Department of Health and Human Services Division of Program Integrity.
• Perform other related assigned job duties as directed by supervisor, Deputy and Chief Deputy Attorney General.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Fifteen days of annual (vacation) leave per year.
• Fifteen days of sick leave per year.
• Thirteen paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior