MANAGING ATTORNEY

Date: Nov 27, 2024

Req ID: 45078

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862.00

Position Number: 22109903
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 12/16/2024
Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862.00
OAH

Functional Title: Medicaid Section Chief

The Medicaid Section Chief supervises attorneys and agency administrative review officers in Medicaid administrative hearings and other administrative hearings. The Section Chief is responsible for conducting Medicaid hearings and issuing Medicaid orders. The position is also responsible for developing training materials for administrative hearings staff, performing quality reviews for administrative law judges and administrative review officers, performing legal research and drafting proposed legislation, monitoring and reviewing program operations to ensure program compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, and developing policies and procedures to improve unit processes and procedures. The Medicaid Section Chief may also have to conduct internal employee grievance hearings and make recommendations to the Secretary.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: G004C

Grade: GS13

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $77,862.00 - $124,190.00

Summary

The Managing Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research and writing legal documents for use in litigation, providing legal assistance to the agency, and supervising subordinate attorneys and legal administrative support staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Supervises and manages support staff and subordinate attorneys by interviewing, hiring, providing training, assigning workloads, and evaluating performance of incumbents. Provides legal services and advice to management and divisions on a broad range of matters. Represents the agency in negotiations. Represents the agency in litigation including all administrative and court proceedings. Interprets and analyzes all state and federal laws. Drafts new or revised policy and legislation. Conducts legal research. Drafts and prepares legal briefings and pleadings and responds to subpoenas. May develop and prepare budgets. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols. Knowledge of the state's legislative process. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to conduct litigation. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports. Ability to research, interpret, and apply legislation. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar. ACA 16-22-201. The formal education equivalent of a law degree from an accredited law school; plus six years of experience in law, including three years in a supervisory capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.