Education – A Juris Doctor is required.
Experience – Entry Level
Licenses & Certification – Oklahoma Bar Association, MCN Bar Association after hiring
Knowledge & Skills –
- Knowledge of the legislative process in both federal and tribal government relating to the drafting of proposed legislation and formulation of policies and regulations.
- Knowledge of financial management requirements for contracts and self-governance compacts under the Indian Self-Determination Act, P.L. 93-638.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and budgetary methodologies applicable to federal/tribal funds.
- Skills in evaluating federal and state policy performance to determine if changes are necessary or feasible.
- Skills in the use of personal computers and software designed for accounting/finance and business office applications.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with Department of Health management staff, employees, tribal officials and external agencies both orally and in writing.
This position is a dual-function role supporting both the Office of the General Counsel and the Chief of Staff. The primary legal focus is on contract review, drafting, and negotiation. The primary policy focus will be to provide policy analysis and strategic support on departmental initiatives, including development, evaluation, and implementation of policies affecting healthcare operations.
The incumbent will operate with a high degree of independence and is expected to exercise sound legal judgment, strong analytical skills, and effective communication across leadership levels.
Work is performed in an office environment and may require occasional travel.
The work is performed in an office setting.
Satisfactory job performance will be determined by successful execution of the following:
Apply thorough knowledge of regulations, statutes, policies and procedures in monitoring all aspects of policy implementation. Provides interpretation and recommendations concerning statutes, regulations, policies and procedures as they relate to DOH processes.
Schedules and coordinates work assignments to assure maximum utilization of efforts, reviews work for timeliness, adherence to policies, procedures and regulation as well as overall technical adequacy and effectiveness; keeps staff informed of changing regulations, procedures and policies.
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and other legal documents.
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