Law Clerk

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Immediate Vesting

Professional Development Assistance

Legal Aid Assistance

Family Planning / Fertility Assistance

Personal Time Off

Observance of Federal Holidays

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. offers a Law Clerk role to support the Health and Human Services (HHS), OCR, ensuring HIPAA and civil rights compliance across regional offices. The position requires sharp written and verbal communication, investigative drafting, and data review skills.

The onsite role in New York offers a competitive package and a pay range of $85,000–$90,000 per year, contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum law degree (J.D.) from ABA-accredited school or bachelor’s degree with one year of specialized experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complaints to identify potential HIPAA or civil rights violations.
• Draft documents related to complaint resolution, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses; respond to correspondence and requests for technical assistance.
• Review policies, medical records, and reports to support investigative work.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited law degree)

Bachelor's degree + 1 year experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position requires onsite presence, Monday

Friday, 5 days per week.

SUMMARY

The Law Clerk will support the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) as an integral contributor, by providing mission support to OCR regional offices to ensure compliance by the regulated community with the HIPAA Rules and applicable federal civil rights, conscience and religious freedom regulations. Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

Benefits

CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees;

• Medical
• Vision
• Company Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) Immediate Vesting
• Professional Development Assistance
• Legal Aid Assistance Program
• Family Planning / Fertility Assistance
• Personal Time Off
• Observance of Federal Holidays

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Works independently or as a team leader as required. Evaluate complaints to identify potential violations of HIPAA Rules and/or applicable federal civil rights, conscience and religious freedom regulations. Demonstrate proficiency in English grammar and punctuation. Timely respond to correspondence and phone calls related to complaints and requests for technical assistance. Draft all documents related to complaint resolution, including, but not limited to, investigative strategies, notification and data requests, closure letters, voluntary resolution agreements, and corrective action plans. Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses. Review and analyze policies and procedures, medical records, reports of information system activity, computer audits, the internet, and financial reports. Knowledge of the application of nondiscrimination and conscience regulations, the HIPAA Rules, court decisions, agency case precedent, theories, concepts, and principles to investigation, enforcement, and compliance work.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Demonstrated excellence in organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and communicate professionally with all levels of management, coworkers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Proven ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information with exceptional discretion. Skilled in managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously. High attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Minimum educational experience is a law degree (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or a bachelor's degree from an accredited university, plus one year of specialized experience in a field which equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

EOE including Disability/Vet

The estimated pay range for this role is $85,000 to $90,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.

Additional Benefits Package

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pai