Assistant General Counsel II or III

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel II or III will be within the Office of the General Counsel handling a wide variety of legal issues for the Department’s administrative service areas and program areas. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• A license to practice law in State of Oklahoma
• Membership in Oklahoma Bar Association
• Three or more years of legal experience (for Level II)
• Five or more years of legal experience (for Level III)
• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of legal principles and their application; of legal research methods; of the scope of Oklahoma statutory laws and provisions of the Oklahoma Constitution, of the United States Constitution, of the law and regulations on human resource management; of the principles of administrative law; of trial and hearing procedures and the rules of evidence.
• Skill in directing and/or performing independent and difficult research; in analyzing, appraising and applying legal principles, facts and precedents to difficult legal or factual problems; in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; in presenting statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written or oral form; in presenting, explaining, or arguing cases to administrative commissions, boards, or courts; in dictating correspondence involving the explanation of difficult legal matters.

Nice To Haves

• Up to two years of health law experience, litigation experience, or large entity in-house experience to meet the required experience (for Level II).
• Up to three years of health law experience, litigation experience, or large entity in-house experience to meet the required experience (for Level III).
• Executable specialized knowledge or experience applicable to job duties or ongoing needs of the division.
• The ability to work independently through completing job duties or projects with minimal oversight or direction.
• The ability to prioritize tasks based on client need or operational importance.
• Consistent quality work-product and timely client-communication.
• The ability to meet agency and division-specific expectations regarding reporting, time entry, absences or leave.
• Knowledge and understanding of data protection laws, such as HIPAA and related Federal and State privacy laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares briefs, pleadings, motions, petitions, and other legal documents.
• Reviews existing contracts, providing legal advice and counsel regarding the terms and conditions.
• Analyzes complex factual and legal issues and prepares legal opinions, memorandums of fact and law and other legal documents.
• Exercises responsibility for the development, preparation, and presentation of cases before administrative, state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Assists in drafting bills and amendments for legislative consideration, completes reports on changes in legislation, evaluates proposed legislation and makes recommendations for agency action in response thereto.
• Reviews and/or drafts proposed agency rules.
• Performs legal research and reports findings and conclusions.
• Advises on law, regulations, and opinions of the courts and those of the Attorney General; prepares or directs the preparation of interpretations outlining facts and the applicable legal, administrative, or executive decisions.
• Advises on questions of law or administrative policy involved in the operation of the agency and its contacts with industry, private or professional associations, state federal, or local government, and the general public.
• Provides legal guidance on HIPAA and related privacy laws, interpreting regulations and advising on compliance strategies.
• Reviews contracts, data or sharing agreements, and policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Advises on risk mitigation for privacy and cybersecurity issues, ensuring legal obligations are met while protecting sensitive data.
• Role may include participation in governance committees.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in a team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

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