Rural Health Contracts Attorney (Telework Eligible)

Health & Human Services Comm

Austin (TX)

Hybrid

USD 108,000 - 119,000

Full time

17 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance
Pension plan
Generous time off
Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Health & Human Services Comm in Austin, TX seeks a System Contracting Attorney to support the Rural Health Transformation program, with a focus on grants and contracts. You will review, draft and negotiate procurement documents and provide legal counsel to program and procurement staff.

The role involves advising on federal and state contract laws, representing the agency in negotiations and disputes, and contributing to policies and legislative changes. Telework eligibility may apply.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited law school and license to practice law in Texas.
  • Experience with contract drafting, review and negotiation preferred.
  • Familiarity with IT contracting and government procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, revise, and negotiate complex contracts and RFPs in compliance with laws.
  • Advise staff on contract matters and conduct legal review and opinions.
  • Represent HHSC in procurement matters, negotiations, and disputes.
  • Support in policy development and legislative change implementations.

Skills

Contract law knowledge
Legal drafting
Negotiation skills
Legal research
Oral and written communication
Policy interpretation

Education

Juris Doctor degree
Texas bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Health & Human Services Comm in Austin, TX seeks a System Contracting Attorney to support the Rural Health Transformation program, with a focus on grants and contracts. You will review, draft and negotiate procurement documents and provide legal counsel to program and procurement staff.

The role involves advising on federal and state contract laws, representing the agency in negotiations and disputes, and contributing to policies and legislative changes. Telework eligibility may apply.

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