Public Health Attorney

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$36.950

Job Posting:

JR2024-00010984 Public Health Attorney (Open)

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Job Description:

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/ Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
  • Attorney I
    • Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the Nebraska bar.
    • Rate of pay $26.117-$36.666 per hour, commensurate with experience.
  • Attorney II
    • At least one year of experience as an attorney practicing law, providing legal services such as preparing cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
    • Rate of pay $30.186-$42.378 per hour, commensurate with experience.
  • Attorney III
    • At least 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.
    • Rate of pay $36.950-$52.782 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience or familiarity with Public Health.

Other: We will consider candidates who will graduate with the minimum qualifications by December of 2024 that are taking the February, 2025 bar exam that will be sworn in during April, 2025. We will also consider candidates admitted to the bar in another jurisdiction eligible to be admitted to the Nebraska Bar by Motion contingent upon them becoming admitted to the Nebraska Bar.

 

Knowledge, skills abilities: 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. Knowledge of privacy laws, such as HIPAA, is a plus.

 

Benefits

We offer a 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. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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