AHCCCS

Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System
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The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona’s Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.

AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.

Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.

Deputy General Counsel

Office of General Counsel

Job Location:

Address:  150 N 18th Avenue. Phoenix, Arizona, 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 

Grade: 01

FLSA: Exempt

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

As the State agency responsible for the administration of the Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance programs, and the behavioral health system, the Deputy General Counsel provides legal advice to the AHCCCS Administration regarding the AHCCCS Program and is responsible for oversight, guidance, and direction to the assigned reporting units, including attorney and administrative staff.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform legal research, provide legal advice, and draft and prepare related legal documents arising from AHCCCS divisions regarding the AHCCCS Program that may include, but are not limited to, compliance with state and federal law regarding the administration of the program, the public behavioral health delivery system, the administrative dispute resolution process, provider enrollment and claim dispute cases, the Arizona State Plan and Section 1115 Demonstration, eligibility matters, third party liability activities, trust questions, procurement issues, public records matters, privacy laws, compliance actions, protection of the rights of persons with serious mental illness, claiming of federal financial participation, managed care contracts and litigated matters.
• Supervise administrative and professional staff, including attorneys and paralegals, of reporting units. Provide support, leadership, and foster continuous improvement and success of staff within assigned units in the Office of the General Counsel.
• Collaborate closely with OGC Leadership regarding legal and administrative matters including complex litigation, policy issues, Agency initiatives, programmatic operations, and strategies for the Office of General Counsel. Collaborate with AHCCCS Leadership and management staff to address policy and legal issues.
• Supervise accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of drafting of Director’s Decisions upon receipt of Administrative Law Judge Recommended Decisions. Prepare accurate and complete Director’s Decisions as needed.
• Review, negotiate, and prepare diverse contracts and intergovernmental agreements to ensure compliance with procurement requirements; interpret contracts and advise and represent the agency in contract disputes and negotiations.
• Assist with the oversight and drafting of administrative rules consistent with the Administrative Procedure Act, program requirements and Agency objectives.