Full-Time

Attorney

Posted on 11/19/2024

Oklahoma State Government

Oklahoma State Government

201-500 employees

Manages state-funded health care costs and quality

Government & Public Sector
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$85kAnnually

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA

Job may be telework eligible.

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Admission to the Oklahoma Bar Association
  • one (1) year of experience in the practice of law in the areas of administrative, environmental, general, oil and gas, public utility regulation, or transportation.
  • Knowledge of legal principles and their application; legal research methods; the scope of Oklahoma statutory law and provisions of the Oklahoma Constitution, principles of administrative and constitutional law, trial and administrative hearing procedures, and rules of evidence.
  • Skills performing independent and difficult research; analyzing, appraising, and applying legal principles, facts, and precedents to difficult legal or factual problems; presenting statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and concisely in oral and written form; effectively presenting, explaining, and arguing cases to administrative boards, commissions, or courts; composing and dictating correspondence involving the explanation of difficult legal matters.
  • Preferred candidates will have experience with Oil and Gas and/or Environmental Law.
Responsibilities
  • Analyzes factual and legal issues in the review of policies, procedures, regulations, and technical manuals for the Commission.
  • Conducts specialized research of case law, statutes, policies, and regulations, and prepares memoranda of law.
  • Prepares necessary legal documents and advisory opinions for administrative personnel.
  • May draft or comment on proposed legislation or changes in regulations.
  • Prepares and/or presents the Commission's case in hearings before the court or administrative body; prepares applications, show cause orders, complaints, briefs, motions, and additional documents preparatory or incidental to the trial of a case; and participates in pre-trial or pre-hearing conferences, examines, and cross-examines witnesses, argues motions before the court or hearing officer, and summarizes the Commission’s case.
  • May negotiate contractual matters and draft the necessary contracts and other legal instruments or documents.
  • Review cases; prepare reports, exhibits, and legal memoranda from the record and hearings, outlining the factual and legal issues; and recommends the disposition of a case.
  • Answers general inquiries concerning legal issues from the public and staff; assists the general public regarding complaints, questions, or additional problems involving regulated companies; assists in the preparation and filing of complaints; and mediates disputes between consumers and regulated companies.
  • Work directly with oil and gas subject matter experts and prepare them as witnesses in administrative proceedings.
  • Performs related work as required and assigned.
Oklahoma State Government

Oklahoma State Government

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The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) manages the costs of health care funded by the state and federal government in Oklahoma. It ensures that the health care services provided meet acceptable standards while also focusing on creating a positive experience for citizens who rely on these services. OHCA's main functions include purchasing health care services, analyzing ways to improve accessibility and quality, and building partnerships to enhance health outcomes for Oklahomans. The agency serves low-income individuals, families, and other vulnerable groups, emphasizing cost control and quality assurance in the public health sector. Unlike private health care providers, OHCA operates with a focus on fiscal responsibility, using state and federal funds to provide necessary health care services. The goal of OHCA is to improve the health of Oklahomans by ensuring that they have access to quality health care services.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$4.1M

Headquarters

Kansas City, Missouri

Founded

1953

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expansion offers cost-effective healthcare for rural and underserved areas.
  • AI integration in healthcare can improve patient outcomes and reduce costs.
  • Medicaid expansion increases healthcare access for low-income populations.

What critics are saying

  • DDS waitlist reduction may strain OHCA's resources and budget.
  • Interim directors in state agencies may affect OHCA's inter-agency collaborations.
  • Resignation of key leaders could disrupt OHCA's healthcare initiatives and partnerships.

What makes Oklahoma State Government unique

  • OHCA focuses on cost control and quality assurance in state-funded healthcare.
  • The agency serves diverse clients, including low-income and vulnerable populations.
  • OHCA fosters strategic partnerships to improve health outcomes in Oklahoma.

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