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nLeague • Nashville, TN, US
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job ID : 64999

Position : Attorney

Department : TN DOH

Location : 710 James Robertson Parkway 6th Floor Andrew Johnson Tower Nashville, Tennessee 37243 ( Hybrid )

Duration : 36 Months

Shift- 8 : 00 AM to 04 : 30 PM

Job description :

  • The Tennessee Department of Health is seeking an attorney to serve as an Associate General Counsel.
  • This position reports to the Deputy General Counsel. Primary job responsibilities include : reviewing the Department's contracts and grants and certifying them for legal sufficiency; providing legal guidance on procurement, vendor transitions, and regulatory and contract compliance; participating during vendor bid protests; and performing risk assessments. Additionally, the job responsibilities will include assisting with public records requests and rulemaking projects.
  • As assigned, job responsibilities may also include advising on special projects and conducting bill analysis.
  • Position requires weekly in-office time. This is a contract position not eligible for state employee benefits, and the successful candidate should obtain professional liability insurance.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Review a large volume of contracts (800 ), amendments (200 ), and procuring documents each year.
  • Provide legal support for grants and contracts entered into between the department and any supplier of services, products, equipment, and / or computer software.
  • Provide legal guidance on contract drafting, interpretation, and other legal issues related to purchasing and department operations.
  • Assist the Senior Associate in interactions with department programs, the Department's Division of Administrative Services, and other state agencies, such as the Department of General Services.
  • Assist with promulgating rules within the department.
  • Assist with legislative projects, including bill analysis.
  • Complete special projects as assigned by the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, including public records requests.

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • The ideal candidate should have familiarity with the State's procurement process and rulemaking procedures, ability to manage and prioritize a large volume of work, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and collaborate and work in a team environment. Also, the ideal candidate will have prior HIPAA experience and ensure the needs of customers and clients are met.

    • Education :

  • JD, admitted to TN Bar with a license in good standing, at least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
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