Public Health Attorney III

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

18d•$36

About The Position

Are you an Attorney looking for a new role to tackle? Do you have an interest in public health, and want an excellent work-life balance? Apply today to join a dynamic group of attorneys and paralegals who are dedicated, fun and just great teammates! Here's how we reward our employees: • 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! Hiring rate of position: Negotiable; commensurate with education and/or experience, if approved Provides legal counsel to the Division of Public Health on related legal matters and issues. This position has a direct impact on public safety, including, but not limited to, representation of the Department in discipline and emergency actions related to professional and individual health care licenses. Assisting licensing boards with related legal matters. Managing legal concerns related to surveillance and response to communicable diseases. Act as a liaison with the private legal community on complex legal issues and legal issues that arise within the statutory ambiguity.

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.
In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of l943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Ability to: Provide legal support to the areas within public health; interpret and apply statutes, case law, decision of court/administrative hearings, federal and state regulations, and administrative rules and policies on a variety of legal issues; effectively communicate and interact with legal associated, other governmental employees, and the public; conduct legal research, knowledge of Westlaw; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on legal research, identify critical elements of legal questions or issues; and use of a computer for word processing, research, meetings and communication, and case information/filing.
Experience drafting and reviewing contracts, data-sharing agreements and/or procurements and funds.

Nice To Haves

Experience or familiarity with Public Health.
Knowledge of privacy laws, such as HIPAA, is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides legal counsel to the Division of Public Health on related legal matters and issues.
Representation of the Department in discipline and emergency actions related to professional and individual health care licenses.
Assisting licensing boards with related legal matters.
Managing legal concerns related to surveillance and response to communicable diseases.
Act as a liaison with the private legal community on complex legal issues and legal issues that arise within the statutory ambiguity.

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!