• Deputy Attorney General, OAG, Health & Human…

    Idaho Division of Human Resources (Boise, ID)


    Deputy Attorney General, OAG, Health & Human Services Division

     

    Posting Begin Date: 2025/05/15

     

    Posting End Date: 2025/07/18

     

    Category: Legal

     

    Sub Category: Attorney

     

    Work Type: Full Time

     

    Minimum Salary: 43.27

     

    Maximum Salary: 0.00

     

    Pay Rate Type: Hourly

    Description

    State of Idaho Opportunity

     

    Closing Date: Open until filled.

     

    Start Date: To be determined upon hire.

     

    Salary: Salary depends on experience (DOE); $90,000 to DOE

     

    Benefits: State employee benefits which include low-cost health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, multiple retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and one of the nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

     

    Primary Duties: Provide legal advice and representation for the Department of Health & Welfare, including at administrative proceedings, and occasionally on appeal in district court. Areas of practice include advice and counsel to DHW related to Licensing and Certification Division, Medicaid Program Integrity Unit, and Welfare Fraud. This position works closely with other DAGs in the HHS Division. Other duties may include limited litigation; contract review and drafting; legislative analysis; administrative rule drafting and analysis; all aspects of administrative actions that could potentially include drafting orders; appeals of administrative orders; review of department policies for legal compliance; advice on substantive legal issues for the department staff assigned and public records law; conduct training for co-workers and department staff; and other duties as assigned.

     

    Minimum Qualifications: Member Idaho State Bar; exhibit strong research, writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

     

    Preferred Qualifications: Minimum two years of legal experience; Medicaid and/or health care industry knowledge.

     

    Applications: E-mail resumes to [email protected] (https://www.ag.idaho.gov/about/jobs/[email protected]) . NOTE: You do not have to complete the standard application "apply now" process for this position. If you choose to do so, please also submit your resume to[email protected]to be considered for this position.

    You may also mail your resume to:

    Idaho Office of the Attorney General

     

    Attn: Amanda Rickard

     

    PO Box 83720

     

    Boise, ID 83720-0010

     

    The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service, and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.

     

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email [email protected] .

    Benefits:

    The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

    EEO/ADA/Veteran:

    The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

     

    The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

     

    Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.