Job Posting Title

Deputy General Counsel I

Agency

807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY

Supervisory Organization

Legal

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

March 24, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

$78,465 / annual

Job Description

Agency/Division Information

The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency’s core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.

Position Purpose

The Deputy General Counsel I provides expert legal support and strategic counsel to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority's (OHCA) Medicaid Division. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, supporting the SoonerSelect program, and handling legal matters such as research, drafting, and discovery. This position involves collaborating with stakeholders, analyzing legislative impact, and participating in administrative and court hearings. The Deputy General Counsel I plays a critical role in guiding legal strategies, protecting the agency’s interests, and contributing to the effective operation of OHCA’s mission to improve health outcomes for Oklahomans.

Principle Activities May Include

• Assist senior attorneys with legal research, document review, drafting, and discovery.

• Research state and federal law relating to the Medicaid program; draft and review State Plan and waiver language; attend policy initiative meetings with stakeholders.

• Analyze, review, and determine the impact of proposed legislation.

• Take on first- and second-chair responsibility in administrative hearings for member and provider appeals.

• Coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General concerning Attorney General Opinion requests.

• Monitor privacy policies and training materials, ensuring compliance with federal and state law.

• Review and revise privacy-related forms, including HIPAA waivers, to ensure compliance with federal and state law.

• Serve as the principal contact for legal advice and assistance to the Business Enterprises (BE), Communications, and other administrative units as assigned.

• Provide Open Meetings Act and Open Records Act advice to various OHCA committees.

• Take on second-chair responsibility in state and federal court proceedings, including drafting pleadings and discovery, motions hearings, depositions, and trial.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

The Deputy General Counsel I requires in-depth knowledge of state and federal legislation, strong legal research and drafting skills, and the ability to handle complex administrative hearings and legal proceedings. The position demands excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with stakeholders, as well as the ability to provide strategic legal guidance and compliance oversight. Key Korn Ferry competencies for this role include Decision Quality, for making sound legal judgments, and Manages Complexity, to navigate multifaceted legal issues and align them with agency objectives.

**To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history and a recent writing sample.**

Education and/or Experience

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma, and membership in Oklahoma Bar Association.

Preference may be given to candidates with

• Certifications in any of the following areas: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Project Management Professional (PMP), Mediation or Arbitration Certification, or Certified in Procurement Managemen