Ohio Department of Medicaid
Senior Legal Counsel (Attorney 5)
Ohio Department of Medicaid, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Overview
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Senior Legal Counsel (Attorney 5)
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Ohio Department of Medicaid . What You Will Do At ODM
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Legal Counsel Bureau:
Contracts and Acquisitions Classification:
Attorney 5 (PN 20101750) Job Overview The Ohio Department of Medicaid is seeking an attorney for our Bureau of Contracts and Acquisitions. As Senior Legal Counsel in the Bureau of Contracts and Acquisitions, your responsibilities will include:
Providing legal advice and counsel on matters including, but not limited to: Hospital State Directed Payments under HB33 (SFY24-25 Operating Budget) and related programs, and other state directed payments as permitted by 42 CFR 438.6(c), related contracts (i.e., contract administration, policies, and training), managed care programs, quality improvement projects, and member eligibility
Conducting legal research and exercising legal judgment and a disciplined analytical approach
Working collaboratively with other ODM staff and exercising judgment to elevate appropriate topics to Chief Legal Counsel and others
Providing legal advice and counsel in planning, directing, and evaluating agency-wide policies, program documents, and contracts for ODM operational units and program areas
Researching and drafting legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents
Drafting and reviewing contracts, inter-agency agreements, grants, requests for proposals, other legal agreements, and procurement documents
The preferred candidate will possess strong legal analytical skills, be detail oriented, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. Qualifications Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code 18 months of experience as a licensed attorney 6 months of experience in supervisory principles/techniques Skills Technical Skills:
Attorney/Legal Professional Skills:
Consultation, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics and Values, Interpreting Data, Listening, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality Organization Medicaid Agency Contact
HumanResources@medicaid.ohio.gov Unposting Date
Sep 25, 2025, 10:59:00 PM Work Location
Lazarus 5 Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation
$43.09 - $61.56/hour Schedule
Full-time Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Classified Indicator
Unclassified Union
Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal Industry
Government Administration Agency Overview
About Us: Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise a family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help. Responsibilities Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.
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Join to apply for the
Senior Legal Counsel (Attorney 5)
role at
Ohio Department of Medicaid . What You Will Do At ODM
Office:
Legal Counsel Bureau:
Contracts and Acquisitions Classification:
Attorney 5 (PN 20101750) Job Overview The Ohio Department of Medicaid is seeking an attorney for our Bureau of Contracts and Acquisitions. As Senior Legal Counsel in the Bureau of Contracts and Acquisitions, your responsibilities will include:
Providing legal advice and counsel on matters including, but not limited to: Hospital State Directed Payments under HB33 (SFY24-25 Operating Budget) and related programs, and other state directed payments as permitted by 42 CFR 438.6(c), related contracts (i.e., contract administration, policies, and training), managed care programs, quality improvement projects, and member eligibility
Conducting legal research and exercising legal judgment and a disciplined analytical approach
Working collaboratively with other ODM staff and exercising judgment to elevate appropriate topics to Chief Legal Counsel and others
Providing legal advice and counsel in planning, directing, and evaluating agency-wide policies, program documents, and contracts for ODM operational units and program areas
Researching and drafting legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documents
Drafting and reviewing contracts, inter-agency agreements, grants, requests for proposals, other legal agreements, and procurement documents
The preferred candidate will possess strong legal analytical skills, be detail oriented, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. Qualifications Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code 18 months of experience as a licensed attorney 6 months of experience in supervisory principles/techniques Skills Technical Skills:
Attorney/Legal Professional Skills:
Consultation, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics and Values, Interpreting Data, Listening, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality Organization Medicaid Agency Contact
HumanResources@medicaid.ohio.gov Unposting Date
Sep 25, 2025, 10:59:00 PM Work Location
Lazarus 5 Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation
$43.09 - $61.56/hour Schedule
Full-time Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Classified Indicator
Unclassified Union
Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal Industry
Government Administration Agency Overview
About Us: Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise a family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help. Responsibilities Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.
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