Law Clerk - R7894-2603

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. is seeking a Law Clerk to support the Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. This remote position involves ensuring compliance with HIPAA and federal regulations, evaluating complaints, and drafting legal documents. Ideal candidates will possess a law degree and have strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company Life Insurance

401(K) with Immediate Vesting

Professional Development Assistance

Legal Aid Assistance Program

Personal Time Off

Observance of Federal Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain access to classified information.
• Proficiency in English grammar and punctuation.
• Experience with high volume case loads.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complaints for potential violations of HIPAA and other regulations.
• Draft documents related to complaint resolution.
• Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses.

Skills

Knowledge of nondiscrimination regulations

HIPAA Rules

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Case management experience

Education

Law degree (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Master's degree from an accredited university

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Overview

The Law Clerk will support the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) by providing mission support to OCR regional offices to ensure compliance with HIPAA Rules and applicable federal civil rights, conscience, and religious freedom regulations. This position is 100% remote.

About Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with subsidiaries engaged in Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of profits supports Chickasaw citizens, promoting economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation.

Benefits

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

Essential Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain access to classified information at the Public Trust level
• Knowledge of nondiscrimination, conscience regulations, HIPAA Rules, court decisions, and agency case precedent
• Case management experience with clinical knowledge, interpersonal skills, and organizational abilities
• Experience with high volume case loads
• Proficiency in English grammar and punctuation
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Evaluate complaints for potential violations of HIPAA and other regulations; provide written comments to the COR.
2. Respond to correspondence and calls related to complaints and technical assistance requests.
3. Draft documents related to complaint resolution, including investigative strategies, notification and data requests, closure letters, resolution agreements, and corrective action plans.
4. Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses.
5. Review policies, medical records, reports, and other relevant documents.
6. Apply knowledge of nondiscrimination, HIPAA, and related regulations to investigation and compliance work.

Education and Experience

A law degree (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school or a Master's degree from an accredited university is required.

Physical Demands

Primarily office environment; includes sitting, handling objects, operating computers, occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Government Relations Services