Associate General Counsel - Regulatory

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

6h • $82,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The AHCCCS Administration is the State agency responsible for the administration of the Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance programs, and the behavioral health system. As part of the Office of General Counsel (OGC) Team, the Associate General Counsel provides legal advice to the AHCCCS Administration regarding the AHCCCS Program and assists with oversight and guidance to the regulatory unit and various divisions within the Agency. This position works collaboratively to provide legal counsel and representation to clients and development of regulatory and policy initiatives, including rulemaking. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
• Must obtain a current license to practice law in the state of Arizona within 4 months of hiring (if applicable and must maintain a valid license to practice law in the state of Arizona as a condition of employment.)
• Knowledge of Administrative hearing and rule-making process
• Knowledge of Legal research methods and principles and their application
• Knowledge of Legal aspects of health care
• Knowledge of Managed care programs
• Knowledge of Entitlement programs including the Title XIX and Title XXI Programs, grant programs and funding
• Knowledge of Principles and practices to resolve issues involving trust law in general and Arizona law relating to treatment of trusts in particular
• Knowledge of Ethical standards applicable to lawyers and public employees
• Knowledge of Arizona law regarding public records
• Knowledge of Arizona law relevant to rule making
• Knowledge of Federal and state laws and regulations, AHCCCS programs, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Administrative law, contract law and tort law
• Knowledge of Relevant court decisions, rules of evidence and court rules
• Experience in resolving issues involving the application of State and Federal law as it relates to the treatment of trusts in determining eligibility for AHCCCS and Title XIX programs
• Knowledge of HIPAA privacy laws and regulations; Part 2 Privacy provisions (42 CFR Part 2)
• Skill in Writing/preparing complex documents/ reports
• Skill in Preparation of complex legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits or declarations
• Skill in Researching, extracting and utilizing relevant information and applying them to complex facts from complex problems, cases and assignments
• Skill in Utilizing interpersonal skills, sound judgment, oral and written communications, effective negotiation skills, and an adaptable, cooperative and persuasive approach
• Skill in Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Skill in Attention to detail and accuracy
• Skill in Strong legal project management and facilitation skills, including project development, organization and prioritization
• Skill in Computer system skills, including advanced Microsoft Office skills and Google Suite
• Skill in Leadership and management skills
• Ability to Analyze and present legal positions clearly and logically in written and oral form
• Ability to Identify and perform analysis/synthesis of complex issues and present recommendations and reports
• Ability to Plan, prioritize and organize multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to Communicate complex issues verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of three years of experience in the following areas: Health law, Medicare/Medicaid healthcare finance, or prior experience representing state or federal agencies
• Leadership of business, program, and operational units of a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal counsel and business advice to various divisions within the agency on a day-to-day basis.
• Performs legal research, provides legal advice, and prepares related legal documents consistent with state and federal law as part of the legal representation of AHCCCS.
• Drafts complex correspondence on behalf of various divisions and directly interfaces with external public and private entities, including state and federal government officials regarding regulatory and policy matters.
• Review, negotiate, and prepare diverse contracts and intergovernmental agreements to ensure compliance with procurement requirements; interpret contracts and advise and represent the agency in contract disputes and negotiations.
• Assist with the oversight and drafting of administrative rules consistent with the Administrative Procedure Act, program requirements and Agency objectives.
• Performs review of proposed and current state and federal statutes and regulations, policy proposals, policies and procedures, sensitive correspondence, contractual provisions, administrative and judicial matters, and other materials affecting the program and advises the Administration regarding potential impacts.
• Reviews Administrative Law Judge Recommended Decisions and assists with the preparation of Director Decisions and Final Decisions.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
• RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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