Attorney III – Privacy Team

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a skilled legal professional to join their Privacy Team in Lincoln, NE. This Attorney III position is crucial for maintaining the agency’s ethical standards and regulatory compliance, specifically leading efforts around HIPAA privacy, IT legal support, and regulations. The role involves collaboration across divisions, influencing policy, and contributing to DHHS’ mission of helping people live better lives. The position offers an opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service, with training and development opportunities and job security.

Requirements

Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
Admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Ability to interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of court/administrative hearings, administrative rules, regulations, and policies on a variety of complex legal issues.
Ability to review and apply state and federal laws regarding agency compliance, HIPAA and privacy, and the Administrative Procedures Act.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with internal personnel, external stakeholders, and the public.
Ability to evaluate programs and documents for compliance and develop strategic plans.
Ability to draft and develop internal agency policies.
Ability to conduct thorough and timely privacy investigations.
Ability to conduct legal research and formulate opinions and recommendations based on legal research.
Ability to identify critical elements of legal questions and issues.
Ability to create and conduct internal training for agency personnel related to privacy and regulation promulgation.
Ability to draft, review, and edit agency regulations.
Ability to ensure all statutory requirements for the promulgation of regulations are met.
Ability to provide legal interpretations and guidance to agency personnel on pending legislation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CLIO, PolicyTech, OnBase, or similar document management systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Strong judgment.
Risk-aware mindset.
Ability to balance legal precision with practical solutions.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis related to privacy, HIPAA, and regulation promulgation.
Conduct privacy investigations across the agency.
Review and advise on contracts and data sharing agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal law.
Develop and lead privacy training programs for agency personnel.
Conduct privacy risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Provide legal opinions and general guidance to internal stakeholders on privacy, data governance, and regulation promulgation.
Draft and implement privacy policies, procedures, and SOPs.
Analyze and investigate trends and report on privacy compliance metrics.
Provide legal interpretation and guidance on agency operations, including IT systems, contracts and grants, and access to data.
Draft and review agency regulations and supporting documentation.
Ensure all statutory requirements are met related to regulation promulgation.

Benefits

State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
A culture that embraces work-life balance
Tuition reimbursement program
79% employer-paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
No billable hour requirements!
Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.