Asst Attorney General -Medicaid Fraud - Civil

Law, Department of; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia Department of Law seeks an Assistant Attorney General to represent the State in Medicaid fraud matters within the Civil division. The role focuses on False Medicaid Claims Act investigations and related civil litigation, requiring strong civil litigation skills and knowledge of healthcare fraud.

Graduates from an accredited law school with Georgia Bar admission will join a collaborative team; some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the Georgia Bar.
• Experience in civil litigation, healthcare or fraud matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate allegations of fraud against the Georgia Medicaid program.
• Represent the State in investigations and litigation under the Georgia False Medicaid Claims Act.
• Collaborate with federal and state law enforcement partners as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Civil litigation

Teamwork

Healthcare fraud

Education

J.D. / Juris Doctor

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Asst Attorney General -Medicaid Fraud - Civil

Job Requisition ID

JR0000000878

Number of Openings

1

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

MINIMUM $72,000.00 - SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description

The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General. The Department of Law is organized into the Executive Office, five legal divisions, four specialty units and an operations division. The position filled through this announcement will serve in the Legal section of our Medicaid Fraud Division.

Job Summary

The Assistant Attorney General position will represent the State of Georgia in investigations and litigation under the Georgia False Medicaid Claims Act. The Attorney General, through the Medicaid Fraud Division, has statewide jurisdiction for the recovery of civil remedies involving Medicaid fraud by providers. Much of the litigation involves whistleblower lawsuits filed in federal court. Some travel is expected.

Duties & Responsibilities

Participation as a member of the multidisciplinary team to investigate allegations of fraud against the Georgia Medicaid program;

Contribute to joint federal-state investigations including the possible litigation of matters in federal district court;

Collaborate with other state and federal law enforcement partners as necessary;

Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess one or more items below:

• -Attorneys with civil litigation experience, with an emphasis on healthcare or fraud matters. Demonstrated ability to work in a team is a plus.

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The position will remain open until filled. Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Minimum Qualifications: Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.