Attorney II

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Justice, led by the Attorney General of North Carolina, represents the state, state agencies, and elected officials, and defends the rights of the people of North Carolina. The Department handles all state criminal appeals cases and assists district attorneys with complex criminal cases at their request. Additionally, the Department of Justice includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab, the North Carolina Justice Academy, and the Sheriffs' and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions. Description of Work Recruitment Range: $76,041 - $87,814 IMPORTANT NOTE: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed. This position is located in the Public Assistance Section of the Health and Human Services Division of the NC Department of Justice. The primary purpose of this position is to provide legal support to the Division of Health Benefits within the North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services regarding Medicaid managed care transformation; contracting support including reviewing and negotiating contracts, addressing contract performance issues, providing legal advice on procurements and evaluations, assistance with contract performance issues; review of communication materials and other documents; responding to public record requests and subpoenas; responding to CMS, OIG, and OSA inquiries/audits; and member and provider appeals and grievances. The position will provide legal services to all sections within the Division of Health Benefits. The position provides other legal services to DHHS as the need arises. It also provides such other legal services as may be assigned by the Office of the Attorney General, such as representing the State in non-capital criminal appeals. **Some travel, including some occasional overnight stays are required Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Management Preferences: Experience with contracts (including, but not limited to, drafting, compliance issues and litigation) Knowledge of Medicaid and other public assistance programs Experience practicing before the Office of Administrative Hearings or other administrative tribunals Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Licensed to practice law by the North Carolina State Bar and one year of professional legal experience. NOTE: GS 114-2 and 114-6 make it the duty of the Attorney General of NC to represent the State of North Carolina in all litigation unless another statute specifically states otherwise. The North Carolina Department of Justice , includes the North Carolina State Crime Lab , the North Carolina Justice Academy , and the Sheriffs' and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Divisions . The State of North Carolina offers employer paid health insurance plus twelve paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at Employee Benefits . Supplemental Information: Resumes and cover letters: To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. This information is used to determine if you meet the requirements of the position, and if you are selected, it is used to determine a salary offer. Using the terms "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will not be accepted, and your application will be rejected as incomplete. Cover letters are highly encouraged but not required. Credit for foreign degrees will only be given if verification of degree certification is attached to your application. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency. CONTACT INFORMATION: NC Department of Justice Human Resources Recruiters@ncdoj.gov EEO Statement T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Paul Jay Makowski Recruiter Email: Recruiters@ncdoj.gov