Medicaid Fraud Lawyer

Division Overview:

 

Montana’s Division of Criminal Investigation is a diverse public safety team of professionals who provide a full range of criminal investigative services to state, local, and tribal law enforcement.  From homicide investigations to illegal narcotics, criminal records, cybercrime, human trafficking, missing persons, or through training and certifying public safety officers, DCI serves as the hub in providing critical law enforcement support.  Our diverse customer base includes protecting our vulnerable population, managing the sexual and violent offender registry, serving as the hub of communication for criminal justice information networks and the storage of criminal records, conducting arson investigations, as well as providing intelligence analysis support for local law enforcement.  Many of our positions within DCI go without public recognition but remain the lifeline of support for public safety.  With a doctrine of service, honor, and justice, this statewide organization provides the best in critical, accurate, and timely service to protect our citizens.

 

Job Overview:

 

This Medicaid Fraud Lawyer position is responsible for handling all issues associated with advising the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit within the Bureau and prosecuting the cases related to Medicaid provider fraud and elder and patient neglect, abuse, and exploitation.  The incumbent is responsible for independently handling all phases of simple and complex criminal prosecutions and related civil cases in justice courts, district courts, and the Montana Supreme Court.  This requires factual assessment of the case, legal research and writing, preparation of legal documents, and oral presentation of testimony and argument.  The incumbent will work with a team of attorneys on issues of training and legal review.

 

Assigned Duties:

 

Represents the State of Montana in simple and complex criminal prosecutions in justice courts, district courts, and the Montana Supreme court. "Complex" cases include cases that have numerous defendants, numerous crimes, complicated fraud issues, complex forensic evidence, complex medical evidence, and/or novel legal issues.  Cases may be high profile cases. Work includes working with other attorneys in the Attorney General’s Office and local prosecutors.  Evaluation of investigation for civil prosecution. Cases that cannot be prosecuted criminally may lend themselves to civil prosecution.  If so, the attorney will perform all those tasks necessary to present the claim of the State as a civil case. Acts as advisor to Medicaid Fraud Control Unit of DOJ and Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) regarding fraud and elder and patient neglect, abuse, and exploitation issues. Prepares training materials for presentation and distribution regarding the practice of criminal law in Montana and regarding provider fraud and elder and patient neglect, abuse, and exploitation specifically. Conducts or assists with training of law enforcement, prosecutors, and/or agency attorneys or staff regarding such topics. Qui Tam Cases:  Monitors qui tam cases that name Montana as a plaintiff which contain allegations of false claims to our Medicaid agency. Global Cases\: Report to the Attorney General with recommendations when settlements are proposed.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• Juris Doctor Degree.
• At least two years of specialized law and litigation experience.
• Admission to and maintenance of licensure from the State Bar of Montana.
• If licensed in another state, must be able to become licensed to practice law in Montana within one year of hire. Individuals with 5 years of practice in another state in good standing are eligible to be admitted on motion. Bar Admission Rules
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint Check
• Intensive Background Check 
• Driving History
• Psychological Evaluation
• Drug Testing
• Medical Evaluation

HOW TO APPLY\: 

To be considered for this position, you must attach a résumé at the time of application.

Tip\: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”.

Your Résumé\: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position.  Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required.  To initiate an application, attach the résumé to be considered for this position.  Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted.  Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date.  Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service.

To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans 
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

 

This Organization Participates in E-Verify.

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.