Attorney II/HHS/Public Assistance (65026424)
State of North Carolina See More Job Openings by This Employer
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This position is located in the Public Assistance Section of the Health and Human Services Division of the NC Department of Justice. This attorney provides a full range of legal services to the Divisions of Health Benefits, Social Services and Aging and Adult Services of the Department of Health and Human Services (“DHHS”). This position services a full range of client needs, including litigation in federal and state courts, litigation in the Office of Administrative Hearings and handling of appeals involving Medicaid and public assistance issues in federal and state courts. Additionally, this position provides legal advice directly to the client and assists with many different aspects of the Medicaid program.
Primary areas of litigation include defending actions to deny, reduce or terminate services for Medicaid recipients and defending actions challenging medical necessity or eligibility denials. Duties include analysis of legal issues and defenses, performing legal research, developing case strategy, preparing pleadings, legal memoranda and briefs, conducting discovery, engaging in pre- and post-trial motions practice, conducting settlement negotiations, preparing and examining witnesses (including expert witnesses), preparing evidence, conducting courtroom litigation, perfecting appeals, preparing appellate briefs and presenting oral arguments.
This position also provides general counsel and advice to the Division of Health Benefits and DHHS on various issues such as: drafting or revising Medicaid policies, rules and legislation; recoupment issues regarding substantial sums of money owed to the Medicaid program; provider issues; interpretation of various State and federal statutes, rules and regulations; level of service issues; denials of prior approval; confidentiality of Medicaid records and information; and preventive measures to avoid future litigation.
This position will also perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Section Head, Division Head or the Attorney General. This position occasionally requires travel and overnight travel as part of its assigned duties. This attorney will work on criminal briefs as assigned by the Appellate section of the Department of Justice. The State of North Carolina offers employer-paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits. Hybrid telework opportunities are available for this position.
THE STARTING SALARY FOR A NEW HIRE TO THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO THE RECRUITMENT RANGE OF $73,208 to $84,730. This position is client funded. Salary offers are based upon the candidate's education and experience related to the position, as well as departmental budget and equity considerations.
Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is LG07. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. Please detail ALL work history including non-state service experience. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY or MAY NOT result. The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the State of North Carolina in court and provides legal advice and representation to most state government departments, agencies, officers, and commissions. The Department also represents the State in criminal appeals from state trial courts, and brings legal actions on behalf of the state and its citizens when the public interest is at stake.
Salary- $73,208 - $128,113/year
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Ability to conduct complex civil litigation, including recognizing significant issues and developing case strategy and tactics by interpreting and applying laws, constitutional provisions, statutes, administrative regulations, court decisions, legal principles and other legal precedents
Ability to analyze facts, evidence, complex legal principles, and legal instruments.
Ability to communicate effectively and express conclusions and arguments clearly and logically in oral and written form to individuals with all levels of education and abilities.
Ability to prepare an effective presentation of the client’s position through: the preparation of exhibits; a thorough review of case file; discussions with the client and witnesses; and discussions with the opposing counsel or party.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsLicensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and one year of professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise.
Management preferences: Experience with litigation.
Knowledge of Medicaid and other public assistance programs.
Experience practicing before the Office of Administrative Hearings or other administrative tribunals, and in Superior Court.
The NC Department of Justice accomplishes our goals through our DOJ Organizational Values of Public Service, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Diversity, and Innovation. We encourage all qualified candidates who are committed to these values and want to make a difference in the lives of our citizens to apply for this opportunity.
Please be sure to complete the application in full.
Note the following: If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer.
Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required.
Transcripts: Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. A copy of your transcripts indicating the degree received can be uploaded with your application.
If a transcript has been requested, your application will be considered incomplete if you do not provide one. Using a photograph of your diploma is not acceptable.
Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
Any licenses or certificates must be included in the appropriate section of the application form.
Veterans Preference: Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if you are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If you are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, you must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
Application status: To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take an average of 6 – 8 weeks. All applicants will be notified by email once a position is filled.
NeoGov Help Line: If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the NC DOJ Human Resources office.
The NC Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The NC Department of Justice uses Merit-Based Recruitment to select from among the most qualified applicants to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Department of Justice
Human Resources
919-716-6490
humanresources@ncdoj.gov
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
