Oklahoma Indigent Defense System · 19 hours ago
Deputy General Counsel I
Oklahoma County, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$78K/yr - $78K/yrThe Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is dedicated to ensuring Oklahomans have access to better health and care. The Deputy General Counsel I provides expert legal support and strategic counsel to the Medicaid Division, ensuring compliance with laws and handling various legal matters.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Assist senior attorneys with legal research, document review, drafting, and discovery
Research state and federal law relating to the Medicaid program; draft and review State Plan and waiver language; attend policy initiative meetings with stakeholders
Analyze, review, and determine the impact of proposed legislation
Take on first- and second-chair responsibility in administrative hearings for member and provider appeals
Coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General concerning Attorney General Opinion requests
Monitor privacy policies and training materials, ensuring compliance with federal and state law
Review and revise privacy-related forms, including HIPAA waivers, to ensure compliance with federal and state law
Serve as the principal contact for legal advice and assistance to the Business Enterprises (BE), Communications, and other administrative units as assigned
Provide Open Meetings Act and Open Records Act advice to various OHCA committees
Take on second-chair responsibility in state and federal court proceedings, including drafting pleadings and discovery, motions hearings, depositions, and trial
Contract review, procurement analysis and advice
Legal support and counsel to the Chief of Compliance and Contracts
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
A license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma
Membership in Oklahoma Bar Association
In-depth knowledge of state and federal legislation
Strong legal research and drafting skills
Ability to handle complex administrative hearings and legal proceedings
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to provide strategic legal guidance and compliance oversight
Preferred
Certifications in any of the following areas: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Project Management Professional (PMP), Mediation or Arbitration Certification, or Certified in Procurement Management
Experience with AI assisted legal research, document review, and current legal technology
Additional Bar Memberships
Benefits
Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
11 paid holidays annually.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.
Company
Oklahoma Indigent Defense System
Oklahoma Indigent Defense System is a State of Oklahoma agency located in Norman, Oklahoma
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase