State of Arizona
AHCCCS Deputy General Counsel - Office of General Counsel
Job Location:
Address: 150 N 18th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, 85007
Salary:
$130,000 - $140,000
Grade:
01
FLSA:
Exempt
Posting Details:
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Overview AHCCCS, Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility. AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry, with remote work opportunities where appropriate. Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Job Summary As the State agency responsible for the administration of the Medicaid, the Childrens Health Insurance programs, and the behavioral health system, the Deputy General Counsel provides legal advice to the AHCCCS Administration regarding the AHCCCS Program and is responsible for oversight, guidance, and direction to the assigned reporting units, including attorney and administrative staff. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Responsibilities
Perform legal research, provide legal advice, and draft and prepare related legal documents arising from AHCCCS divisions regarding the AHCCCS Program, including compliance with state and federal law, administration of the program, public behavioral health delivery system, administrative dispute resolution, provider enrollment and claim dispute cases, the Arizona State Plan and Section 1115 Demonstration, eligibility matters, third party liability activities, trust questions, procurement issues, public records matters, privacy laws, compliance actions, protection of the rights of persons with serious mental illness, claiming of federal financial participation, managed care contracts and litigated matters.
Supervise administrative and professional staff, including attorneys and paralegals, of reporting units. Provide support, leadership, and foster continuous improvement and success of staff within assigned units in the Office of the General Counsel.
Collaborate with OGC Leadership and AHCCCS Leadership on legal and administrative matters including complex litigation, policy issues, Agency initiatives, programmatic operations, and strategies for the Office of General Counsel.
Supervise accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of drafting Director’s Decisions upon receipt of Administrative Law Judge Recommended Decisions. Prepare accurate and complete Director’s Decisions as needed.
Review, negotiate, and prepare diverse contracts and intergovernmental agreements to ensure compliance with procurement requirements; interpret contracts and advise and represent the agency in contract disputes and negotiations.
Assist with the oversight and drafting of administrative rules consistent with the Administrative Procedure Act, program requirements and Agency objectives.
Review proposed and current state and federal statutes and regulations, policy proposals, policies and procedures, sensitive correspondence, contractual provisions, administrative and judicial matters, and other materials affecting the program; advise the Administration, the Governor's Office and other entities regarding potential impacts. Collaborate with State and Federal entities, advocacy groups, law firms, and outside counsel as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of:
Federal and state laws and regulations concerning Title XIX, Title XXI, state based behavioral health programs, and other public benefit programs
AHCCCS Program and health care entitlement programs
Legal aspects of health care, including administrative law, the Administrative Procedure Act, civil litigation, rulemaking, health care compliance, and the legislative process
Privacy and confidentiality provisions, including HIPAA privacy and security provisions
Personnel management
Regulation of managed care delivery systems and health plan and provider reimbursement
Rules of procedure related to judicial and administrative matters in complex litigation
Skill in:
Drafting and preparing complex and sensitive documents, including but not limited to, legal opinions, reports, affidavits, motions, discovery, and declarations
Senior level oral and written communications and strong interpersonal skills in one-on-one interactions as well as large groups
Leadership, management and supervision of professional and administrative staff
Complex negotiation
Attention to detail and accuracy
Effectively collaborating with individuals in positions at all levels
Conflict management and resolution
Organizational skills to coordinate and keep on target multiple complex projects simultaneously
Complex analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Project management including project development, organization and prioritization
Ability to:
Identify complex legal, operational, and programmatic issues, and proposed solutions
Exercise sound judgment in making decisions and provide sound advice, act professionally and ethically
Present legal positions clearly and logically in written and oral form
Perform analysis/synthesis of complex issues, presenting recommendations and reports
Plan, prioritize and organize multiple complex projects and tasks
Communicate complex issues verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
Effectively lead, motivate, and develop staff to achieve program goals and strategies and improve operations
Effectively resolve employee relations needs
Assist in developing process improvements
Work independently, accurately and timely complete complex assignments, and perform under pressure and short timeframes with shifting priorities
Selective Preference
Arizona Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications Minimum: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school and the individual must be admitted to the State Bar of Arizona and licensed to practice law in Arizona.
Preferred: Five to seven years of experience combined in Health law, Medicare/Medicaid healthcare finance, or prior experience representing state or federal agencies; leadership of business, program, and operational units of a large organization. Two or more years of management experience providing direct supervision and overseeing activities of professional staff.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training.
If driving is an essential function, Driver’s License Requirements apply.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - prorated for part-time employees
Paid Parental Leave Up to 12 weeks per year
Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
Insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (qualifications apply)
RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
Learning and career development opportunities
Remote work may be available as a management option; not a guaranteed entitlement.
Contact Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Address: 150 N 18th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, 85007
Salary:
$130,000 - $140,000
Grade:
01
FLSA:
Exempt
Posting Details:
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Overview AHCCCS, Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility. AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry, with remote work opportunities where appropriate. Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Job Summary As the State agency responsible for the administration of the Medicaid, the Childrens Health Insurance programs, and the behavioral health system, the Deputy General Counsel provides legal advice to the AHCCCS Administration regarding the AHCCCS Program and is responsible for oversight, guidance, and direction to the assigned reporting units, including attorney and administrative staff. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Responsibilities
Perform legal research, provide legal advice, and draft and prepare related legal documents arising from AHCCCS divisions regarding the AHCCCS Program, including compliance with state and federal law, administration of the program, public behavioral health delivery system, administrative dispute resolution, provider enrollment and claim dispute cases, the Arizona State Plan and Section 1115 Demonstration, eligibility matters, third party liability activities, trust questions, procurement issues, public records matters, privacy laws, compliance actions, protection of the rights of persons with serious mental illness, claiming of federal financial participation, managed care contracts and litigated matters.
Supervise administrative and professional staff, including attorneys and paralegals, of reporting units. Provide support, leadership, and foster continuous improvement and success of staff within assigned units in the Office of the General Counsel.
Collaborate with OGC Leadership and AHCCCS Leadership on legal and administrative matters including complex litigation, policy issues, Agency initiatives, programmatic operations, and strategies for the Office of General Counsel.
Supervise accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of drafting Director’s Decisions upon receipt of Administrative Law Judge Recommended Decisions. Prepare accurate and complete Director’s Decisions as needed.
Review, negotiate, and prepare diverse contracts and intergovernmental agreements to ensure compliance with procurement requirements; interpret contracts and advise and represent the agency in contract disputes and negotiations.
Assist with the oversight and drafting of administrative rules consistent with the Administrative Procedure Act, program requirements and Agency objectives.
Review proposed and current state and federal statutes and regulations, policy proposals, policies and procedures, sensitive correspondence, contractual provisions, administrative and judicial matters, and other materials affecting the program; advise the Administration, the Governor's Office and other entities regarding potential impacts. Collaborate with State and Federal entities, advocacy groups, law firms, and outside counsel as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of:
Federal and state laws and regulations concerning Title XIX, Title XXI, state based behavioral health programs, and other public benefit programs
AHCCCS Program and health care entitlement programs
Legal aspects of health care, including administrative law, the Administrative Procedure Act, civil litigation, rulemaking, health care compliance, and the legislative process
Privacy and confidentiality provisions, including HIPAA privacy and security provisions
Personnel management
Regulation of managed care delivery systems and health plan and provider reimbursement
Rules of procedure related to judicial and administrative matters in complex litigation
Skill in:
Drafting and preparing complex and sensitive documents, including but not limited to, legal opinions, reports, affidavits, motions, discovery, and declarations
Senior level oral and written communications and strong interpersonal skills in one-on-one interactions as well as large groups
Leadership, management and supervision of professional and administrative staff
Complex negotiation
Attention to detail and accuracy
Effectively collaborating with individuals in positions at all levels
Conflict management and resolution
Organizational skills to coordinate and keep on target multiple complex projects simultaneously
Complex analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Project management including project development, organization and prioritization
Ability to:
Identify complex legal, operational, and programmatic issues, and proposed solutions
Exercise sound judgment in making decisions and provide sound advice, act professionally and ethically
Present legal positions clearly and logically in written and oral form
Perform analysis/synthesis of complex issues, presenting recommendations and reports
Plan, prioritize and organize multiple complex projects and tasks
Communicate complex issues verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
Effectively lead, motivate, and develop staff to achieve program goals and strategies and improve operations
Effectively resolve employee relations needs
Assist in developing process improvements
Work independently, accurately and timely complete complex assignments, and perform under pressure and short timeframes with shifting priorities
Selective Preference
Arizona Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications Minimum: Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school and the individual must be admitted to the State Bar of Arizona and licensed to practice law in Arizona.
Preferred: Five to seven years of experience combined in Health law, Medicare/Medicaid healthcare finance, or prior experience representing state or federal agencies; leadership of business, program, and operational units of a large organization. Two or more years of management experience providing direct supervision and overseeing activities of professional staff.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training.
If driving is an essential function, Driver’s License Requirements apply.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - prorated for part-time employees
Paid Parental Leave Up to 12 weeks per year
Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military
A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
Insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (qualifications apply)
RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
Learning and career development opportunities
Remote work may be available as a management option; not a guaranteed entitlement.
Contact Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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