Managing Attorney V

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 117,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Gym on-site

Wellness benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) is seeking a Managing Attorney V to serve as a strategic legal leader, providing high‑level counsel to senior leadership and overseeing complex legal matters to align operations with state and federal law.

This executive role supervises legal staff, leads major projects including litigation strategy and rulemaking, collaborates across divisions, and supports policy development while upholding OHCA’s core values and commitment to better health for

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and license to practice law in Oklahoma.
• Active membership with the Oklahoma Bar Association.
• Nine years of legal experience including two years of litigation or agency-defined practice and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level legal counsel to the Chief Legal Officer, Executive Staff, and program leadership on complex legal, regulatory, and policy matters affecting OHCA’s operations and strategic initiatives.
• Lead major legal projects, including litigation strategy, administrative actions, appeals, regulatory analysis, contract interpretation, compliance reviews, and rulemaking activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate legal staff, ensuring high-quality legal work and timely completion of assignments.
• Review, draft, and interpret laws, rules, policies, contracts, and other legal documents to support agency decision-making and ensure compliance.
• Serve as a senior legal advisor on program-specific issues, providing guidance on interpretation, operations, compliance expectations, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with internal divisions and external partners to support agency initiatives and maintain alignment.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to mitigate risk, strengthen compliance, resolve disputes, and support agency priorities.
• Represent the agency in administrative, judicial, legislative, or negotiation settings, including hearings, meetings, briefings, and conferences.
• Provide legal training, guidance, and consultation to staff and leadership regarding legal requirements and emerging trends.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Decision quality

Accountability

Education

Juris Doctor

Oklahoma license to practice law

Oklahoma Bar Association member

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Job Posting Title

Managing Attorney V

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Legal

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

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

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$137,500/year

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), your work matters. Every day, our team helps ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. Guided by our core values, Passion for Purpose, Trust & Transparency, Empowerment & Accountability, Best-in-Class, Outcome-Driven, and Servant Leadership, we foster a workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Learn more about OHCA.

Let’s Talk Benefits

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
• A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
• Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits, including an on‑site gym and fitness center discounts.

Job Description

Location: 4345 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Salary: $137,500/year

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

In accordance with 62 O.S.

• 34.301(h)(6) and OAC 260:130-1-2, this position has been designated as executive management and is exempt from the civil service and human capital modernization act and applicable rules.

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 Managing Attorney V serves as a strategic legal leader within the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), providing high‑level legal counsel and direction to ensure that the agency's operations align with federal and state laws and regulations. This role is critical in managing legal strategies, overseeing complex legal matters, and advising senior leadership on legal risks and opportunities. In addition, this position supervises legal staff, fosters interdepartmental collaboration, and supports the agency’s mission to provide Oklahomans with better health and care. The incumbent will lead efforts to ensure compliance, resolve legal disputes, and promote policy development while driving legal excellence across the organization.

Principal Activities May Include

• Provide high‑level legal counsel to the Chief Legal Officer, Executive Staff, and program leadership on complex legal, regulatory, and policy matters affecting OHCA’s operations and strategic initiatives.
• Lead and oversee major legal projects, including litigation strategy, administrative actions, appeals, regulatory analysis, contract interpretation, compliance reviews, and rulemaking activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate legal staff, ensuring high‑quality legal work, consistent application of legal standards, and timely completion of assignments.
• Review, draft, and interpret laws, rules, policies, contracts, and other legal documents to support agency decision‑making and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
• Serve as a senior legal advisor on program‑specific legal issues, providing guidance on statutory interpretation, program operations, compliance expectations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal divisions and external partners, including state agencies, federal entities, legislative staff, vendors, and external counsel to support agency initiatives and maintain legal and operational alignment.
• Develop and implement legal strategies to mitigate risk, strengthen compliance, resolve disputes, and support agency priorities.
• Represent the agency in administrative, judicial, legislative, or negotiation settings, including hearings, meetings, briefings, and conferences.
• Provide legal training, guidance, and consultation to staff and leadership regarding legal requirements, policy changes, compliance obligations, and emerging legal trends affecting agency programs.
• Support the Chief Legal Officer in division operations, including planning, workflow management, process improvement, and resource coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competency Requirements

This position requires in‑depth knowledge of state and federal legislation, legal principles, and agency policies, along with the ability to manage complex litigation, provide strategic legal advice, and align legal operations with organizational goals. Strong skills in leadership, communication, and stakeholder collaboration are essential for mentoring legal teams and resolving multifaceted legal issues. The Korn Ferry competencies of Decision Quality and Ensures Accountability align well with this role, as it demands sound legal judgments and holding teams accountable for results in compliance and legal performance.

• To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.

Education And/or Experience

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school AND
• A license to practice law in State of Oklahoma AND
• An active membership with the Oklahoma Bar Association AND
• 9 years of legal experience including 2 years of litigation, or agency‑defined experience in the practice of law e.g. tax, or supervisory experience.

Preference Qualifications Include

• Certifications in any of the following areas: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certification in Public Health (CPH), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) for data protection and privacy law, OSHA Compliance Certification, Certification in Mediation or Arbitration, Certification in Administrative Law, or Certification in Emergency Management or Risk Management
• License to practice law in the State of Oklahoma (required)
• Experience with healthcare regulatory law, Medicaid, or public health policy
• Experience with managing vendor contracts or procurement compliance.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate‑controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. In the course of performing job duties, employees are required to speak, stand, walk, and reach with their hands and arms. This position requires extended periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of this position.

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.

Current State of Oklahoma employees

must apply for open positions internally through Workday Jobs Hub.

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.