Managing Assistant Attorney General 1 - Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division, Civil, Multiple Locations

State of Washington•Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

About The Position

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office Medicaid Fraud & Abuse Division (MFA) is hiring a Managing Assistant Attorney General 1 to oversee civil prosecution and investigation of Medicaid provider fraud. The role affirmatively litigates against companies, organizations, and individuals alleged to have defrauded the State Medicaid fund under the Washington State False Claims Act. MFA also addresses abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults in residential facilities and Medicaid recipients in connection with Medicaid services, with a focus on systemic issues in long-term care facilities. MFA cases are complex, often lengthy white-collar fraud and abuse investigations. Attorneys manage robust caseloads and direct investigations from the outset as part of teams that may include analysts, special agents, nurses, and paralegals. Cases are resolved through litigation or negotiation. The work involves state and federal courts and collaboration with national, federal, state, and local law-enforcement partners. As a member of division and AGO management, the Managing AAG supervises civil prosecution and investigation, mentors and evaluates attorneys, participates in division leadership, develops operational processes, allocates resources, and assists with intake and referral assessments. The position may be based in Olympia, downtown Seattle, or Spokane, depending on the needs of the office and the successful candidate. Schedule flexibility and telecommuting options are available consistent with office needs.

Requirements

Graduate from an ABA-accredited law school or complete the WSBA Rule 6 Law Clerk Program.
Be licensed to practice law in Washington State; applicants actively pursuing admission may also be considered.
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration and promote a positive work environment that recognizes and respects all employees.
Ability to maintain productive working relationships across the division, agency, and with other state agencies and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor attorneys and professional staff.
Strong analytical, research, organizational, and writing skills.
Excellent judgment.
Experience successfully handling multiple time-sensitive assignments.
Commitment to helping create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and culture that encourages and celebrates difference.

Nice To Haves

Ten or more years of complex civil litigation experience.
Familiarity with Washington and federal civil practice and litigation.
Familiarity with district and superior courts in Washington and federal courts.
Experience managing a team.
Experience working with underrepresented or ethnically diverse communities or groups.

Responsibilities

Oversee and supervise Medicaid Fraud & Abuse civil prosecution and investigation.
Lead, oversee, and assist with civil investigations and prosecutions involving Medicaid fraud and abuse.
Direct investigations from their outset and manage cases through litigation or negotiation.
Manage a robust caseload and keep cases moving toward resolution with urgency and initiative.
Mentor and coach attorneys and their case teams.
Manage and evaluate attorney performance.
Participate actively in division leadership.
Develop and implement operational processes.
Deploy resources where they are most needed.
Assist with intake and assessment of referrals.
Communicate effectively and maintain productive working relationships internally and externally.
Collaborate with federal, state, and local law-enforcement agencies and other partners.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package with affordable medical plan options, dental benefits, and retirement plans.
Vacation leave, sick leave, military and civil leave, and paid holidays.
Transparent salary schedule; Managing Assistant Attorney General 1 salaries are set between $88,056 and $164,940, with the exact amount determined under Appendix B of the AWAAG CBA.
The AGO pays general bar dues for an employee who begins the assignment on or before January 31, subject to Article 10.8 of the AWAAG CBA.
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, consistent with office needs.
Formal Assistant Attorney General mentoring program.
Health and wellness program.
Training and career development program.
Choice of medical and dental insurance plans, retirement, life insurance, and basic long-term disability insurance.
Collaborative and supportive work environment that values professional development and work-life balance.
An additional 5% King County Assignment Pay applies to the salary of an employee whose official duty station is Seattle.