Deputy General Counsel I

Oklahoma Watch Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Watch Inc. is seeking a Deputy General Counsel I to join the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. This role entails providing legal support within Medicaid, ensuring compliance with health care laws, and engaging with various legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree and legal expertise, with competencies in research, drafting, and collaboration. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health plans and retirement savings while contributing to the health policy landscape in Oklahoma.

Benefits

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Top-tier health insurance plans

11 paid holidays annually

15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year

Professional development training opportunities

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of state and federal legislation essential.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills needed.
• Ability to handle complex administrative hearings.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal support and strategic counsel.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and analyze legislative impact.

Skills

Legal Research

Communication

Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Oklahoma

Membership in Oklahoma Bar Association

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (3 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR46300

Job Posting Title

Deputy General Counsel I

Job Posting Title

Deputy General Counsel I

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Legal

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

June 30, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$78,465 / annual

Job Description

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency’s core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Deputy General Counsel I provides expert legal support and strategic counsel to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority's (OHCA) Medicaid Division. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, supporting the Sooner Select program, and handling legal matters such as research, drafting, and discovery. This position involves collaborating with stakeholders, analyzing legislative impact, and participating in administrative and court hearings. The Deputy General Counsel I plays a critical role in guiding legal strategies, protecting the agency’s interests, and contributing to the effective operation of OHCA’s mission to improve health outcomes for Oklahomans.

Principle Activities May Include:

• Assist senior attorneys with legal research, document review, drafting, and discovery.

• Research state and federal law relating to the Medicaid program; draft and review State Plan and waiver language; attend policy initiative meetings with stakeholders.

• Analyze, review, and determine the impact of proposed legislation.

• Take on first- and second-chair responsibility in administrative hearings for member and provider appeals.

• Coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General concerning Attorney General Opinion requests.

• Monitor privacy policies and training materials, ensuring compliance with federal and state law.

• Review and revise privacy-related forms, including HIPAA waivers, to ensure compliance with federal and state law.

• Serve as the principal contact for legal advice and assistance to the Business Enterprises (BE), Communications, and other administrative units as assigned.

• Provide Open Meetings Act and Open Records Act advice to various OHCA committees.

• Take on second-chair responsibility in state and federal court proceedings, including drafting pleadings and discovery, motions hearings, depositions, and trial.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

The Deputy General Counsel I requires in-depth knowledge of state and federal legislation, strong legal research and drafting skills, and the ability to handle complex administrative hearings and legal proceedings. The position demands excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with stakeholders, as well as the ability to provide strategic legal guidance and compliance oversight. Key Korn Ferry competencies for this role include Decision Quality, for making sound legal judgments, and Manages Complexity, to navigate multifaceted legal issues and align them with agency objectives.

Education and/or Experience:

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma, and membership in Oklahoma Bar Association.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Certifications in any of the following areas: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Project Management Professional (PMP), Mediation or Arbitration Certification, or Certified in Procurement Management.

• Experience with AI assisted legal research, document review, and current legal technology.

• Additional Bar Memberships

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain sitting for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to move or lift up to 15 pounds at various times.

Work Environment

The office work environment includes regular exposure to general office equipment such as computer equipment, phones, and copy machines.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), we’re proud to create a workplace where employees thrive. Named a Top Workplace in Oklahoma for five consecutive years, this achievement reflects the dedication and collaborative spirit of our incredible team. Here's what we offer to support employees and their family:

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.

• A wide selection of top-tier health insurance plans.

• Optional flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support.

• Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.

• 11 paid holidays annually.

• 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year.

• Retirement Savings Plan with substantial employer contributions.

• Longevity Bonus to reward years of service.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and reimbursement for educational expenses.

• Professional development training opportunities, including CEU support

Accommodation Statement:

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335.

Notice to applicants:

Please add [e-mail] to the address book or “safe-senders” list in your email. All correspondence will come from this address. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

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Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .

About Us

Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

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