Assistant Attorney General - Medicaid Fraud, Civil

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Job Title:  

Asst Attorney General - Medicaid Fraud - Civil

Agency:

Department of Law

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007590

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

MINIMUM $72,000.00 - SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General.

The Department of Law is organized into the Executive Office, five legal divisions, four specialty units and an operations division. The position filled through this announcement will serve in the Legal section of our Medicaid Fraud Division.

Job Summary:

The Assistant Attorney General position will represent the State of Georgia in investigations and litigation under the Georgia False Medicaid Claims Act. The Attorney General, through the Medicaid Fraud Division, has statewide jurisdiction for the recovery of civil remedies involving Medicaid fraud by providers. Much of the litigation involves whistleblower lawsuits filed in federal court. Some travel is expected.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Participation as a member of the multidisciplinary team to investigate allegations of fraud against the Georgia Medicaid program; Contribute to joint federal-state investigations including the possible litigation of matters in federal district court; Collaborate with other state and federal law enforcement partners as necessary; Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title.  They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess one or more items below:

-Attorneys with civil litigation experience, with an emphasis on healthcare or fraud matters.

-Demonstrated ability to work in a team is a plus.

*To move forward in the recruiting process ALL External applicants are required to:

• Attach a current Resume
• Cover Letter
• Attach "Department of Law Employment Application" 

(click link to obtain: http://law.georgia.gov/careers/application-forms)

• Attach two (2) writing samples
• Attach copies of official undergraduate transcripts – unofficial accepted during application process
• Attach copies of official law school transcripts – unofficial accepted during application process
• Answer all prescreening questions 

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. 

Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The position will remain open until filled. Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.