[blindLaw] Job Vacancy In Seattle

[Prows, Bennett (HHS/OCR)]

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Bennett Prows

The Office of the General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is currently seeking applications for a General Attorney position in
its Region 10 office.
Who May Apply: This announcement is open to all US Citizens and maybe used to fill multiple positions.
DUTY STATION: Seattle, WA
SALARY RANGE: $67,816 - $148,488
OPEN PERIOD: 11/5/2019 – 11/30/2019 (or until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.)
JOB SUMMARY:
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the principal government agency for protecting the health of citizens and providing essential
human services. The HHS Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides comprehensive legal services to the Department’s operating and staff divisions. OGC-Region
10 is seeking a licensed attorney interested in public service.
OGC-Region 10 provides comprehensive litigation services (both administrative and judicial litigation), legal advice, counseling, and negotiation services in
virtually every area of Department programs, with an emphasis on services to those HHS agencies that have staff present in the Region 10 states of Alaska,
Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. We have a collegial office with eight (8) attorneys and two administrative legal resources staff. Attorneys are expected
to work independently and as a team with more than 500 OGC colleagues around the nation.
The incumbent of this position will provide comprehensive legal services, including representing HHS in litigation before administrative tribunals (DAB,
EEOC, MSPB, CBCA), in federal court, and in tribal negotiations, as well as providing legal advice and counseling. Most of our work is for the Centers
for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Indian Health Service (IHS), the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), and the Administration for Children and Families
(ACF).
For additional information about our work and the HHS Family of Agencies, please visit our website at https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/index.html
OGC is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from a diverse pool of high-quality candidates.
DUTIES:
This is a General Attorney position in the OGC-Region X office, located in Seattle, Washington. The incumbent may be asked to serve any of the client agencies
within HHS, but may focus primarily on providing legal services to the Indian Health Service, the Medicaid program, and/or employment and personnel. This
may include:
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negotiating ISDEAA contracts and funding agreements,
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advising on leasing, construction, and other property-related issues
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defending CMS enforcement actions or determinations hearings that a provider, supplier, or healthcare entity may no longer participate in the Medicare
and Medicaid programs or must pay a civil monetary penalty
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defending before the Departmental Appeals Board state or other grantee challenges to disallowances or termination of federal funding under the Medicaid,
Child Support, Head Start, Foster Care or other programs
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representing the agency at hearings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB)
We are seeking to fill the position at the GS-11 to GS-14 level($67,816 -$148,488) depending on experience and qualifications. The position will be located
in Seattle, WA, and reimbursement for relocation expenses is not available.
For additional information about OGC’s mission, please visit our website at:
http://www.hhs.gov/ogc/index.html
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Your resume, cover letter, and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the position qualifications listed in this announcement.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
The following are required qualifications:
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A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited ABA law school.
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At least one year of legal experience post bar admission.
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Proof that bar status is active, in good standing and eligible to practice in the highest court of a State, U. S. commonwealth, U. S. territory, or the
District of Columbia.
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Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills, and the capacity to work with diverse individuals and groups.
The following qualifications are preferred:
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Demonstrated experience as a litigator (federal or administrative)
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Demonstrated experience in health care or employment law
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Demonstrated experience working with tribes or tribal organizations
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Experience as a government attorney
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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Must maintain active bar membership in good standing and the eligibility to practice law in the highest court of a state, territory, Commonwealth, or the
District of Columbia throughout employment in the Office of the General Counsel.
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Upon final job offer from HHS OHR, the successful candidate must submit official law school transcripts.
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Security and Background Requirements: If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment
will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet
these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation
may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation
may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.
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E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all
new hires and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.
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Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

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All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
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Financial disclosure statement may be required.
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Two-year trial period may be required.
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Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid.
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This position is not in a bargaining unit.
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Multiple selections may be made from this announcement.
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY:
Please submit the following documents to michelle.oakes at hhs.gov using the subject line “General Attorney Advisor” in the forwarding email. To receive full
consideration, submit all materials by November 25, 2019:
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Cover letter addressed to:
Pamela Parker Office of the General Counsel, Suite 1620
U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services, Region 10 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1600, MS/10 Seattle, WA 98104
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3-5 page legal writing sample that highlights your analytical and writing skills
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Resume (must include education, including name of undergraduate and law school, degree received and date graduated; date admitted to bar and jurisdiction;
a general description of all past employment relevant to the practice of law, including dates of employment (full and part time)).

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Bennett Prows