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License/Registration/Certification Current and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas is required.
Current BLS training is required.
Completion of the ACLS training within 6 months of being in the department is required.
Completion of the PALS training within 6 months of being in the department is required.
Upon completion of the Texas Office of the Attorney General (TX OAG) clinical hours and court hours, the Nurse will be assigned to a Certified SANE RN to complete the following required sexual assault exams:
- 10 pelvic examinations
- 20 Well Child examinations
- 8 adult/adolescent examinations
- 10 pediatric examinations (6 exams must be of the prepubescent patient) Certified Adult Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (CA-SANE) and Certified Pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (CP-SANE) through the Texas Office of Attorney General (OAG) is required within one year of being in the position.
Education and Training Bachelor degree in Nursing is required.
Completion of the followingt trainings required to be obtained within one year of being in the department:
- Trauma Nursing Core Course or Advance Trauma Care for Nurses (TNCC/ATCN)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking attorneys licensed in Texas to join the agency's Healthcare Program Enforcement Division to engage in the exciting and fulfilling work of litigating whistleblower lawsuits filed under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. Our cases involve lawsuits against a variety of defendants including pharmaceutical companies, drug manufacturers and medical providers. The litigation is complex, and the work is meaningful. The OAG seeks qualified, self-motivated candidates to manage cases from inception to conclusion, including drafting motions and discovery, appearing at hearings, trying cases, negotiating settlements, and handling appeals.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Working on a litigation team of attorneys in the Healthcare Program Enforcement Division, litigating complex cases and preparing cases for jury trial.
- Conducting all aspects of pre-trial litigation, including discovery, motion practice, preparation for and/or conducting fact and expert witness depositions; analyzing factual and legal issues and evidence as a part of litigating healthcare program fraud cases; reviewing documentation from client agencies and produced from parties in discovery.
- Preparing legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents; drafting discovery requests and responses; representing the Office of the Attorney
- General before state or federal district courts
- Overseeing the analysis of factual and legal issues and developing evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery.
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) IV:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
- Experience: Three years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to train others
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Working on complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts.
- Experience: Summation, Concordance, Relativity or Clearwell legal review software.
- Conducting legal analysis involving complex statutory and regulatory schemes at the state and federal levels, including applying legal analysis to fact situations and making recommendations.
- Knowledge of law, legal principles, and practices relevant to the Texas Healthcare Program Fraud Prevention Act and False Claims Act.
- Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, Federal Rules of Procedure, and Federal Rules of Evidence.
- Familiarity with Texas and Federal case law regarding discovery and pleading.
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Tax Litigation Division defends the State when it is sued by plaintiffs challenging their tax liabilities, unemployment benefits decisions and wage claim decisions. The Division represents the Comptroller of Public Accounts and the Texas Workforce Commission as its clients in these cases. Suits against the Comptroller often have millions of dollars at issue with large, well-known companies on the other side. TWC suits challenge employers' unemployment tax liability as well as the agency's decisions on unemployment benefits and wage claims, which allow the opportunity for frequent court appearances. The Division's cases generally involve discovery into a plaintiff's business practices to determine whether their business model fits into the tax exemption they seek. Math is almost never involved, and tax experience is not required, nor preferred.
The OAG seeks qualified, self-motivated candidates to manage cases from inception to conclusion, drafting motions and discovery, appearing at hearings, trying cases, and handling appeals, as well as assisting other attorneys. The attorney filling this position will build on their litigation skills in a teamwork environment and gain experience in representing important clients. The Office of the Attorney General's Tax Litigation Division seeks attorneys to defend the State of Texas at all stages of litigation in Texas courts.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Defends the Comptroller of Public Accounts in tax litigation at trial and appellate stages.
- Defends the Texas Workforce Commission in tax, unemployment and wage claim litigation at trial and appellate stages. May include third-party discovery and lien enforcement.
- Analyzes factual and legal issues and formulates case strategy.
- Drafts legal documents including pleadings, briefs and memoranda.
- Appears and argues in hearings, trials and appeals. Questions witnesses and presents evidence before a judge or jury.
- Conducts discovery.
- Negotiates settlements and resolutions.
- Mentors and trains less-tenured attorneys and legal staff.
- Provides legal advice, counsel, and assistance to the Office of the Comptroller, Texas Workforce Commission and Attorney General's Executive
- Administration in tax litigation and unemployment matters
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) II:
- Education: Graduated from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
- Experience: One additional year of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
- Licensed as an attorney by the State Bar of Texas
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Strong legal writing skills
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) III: All of the above minimum qualification for an AAG II, plus:
- Experience: Two years additional year of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience or education in tax, administrative, business, or commercial law
- Experience in civil litigation, including discovery, trials, and appellate litigation
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking attorneys licensed in Texas to join the agency's Healthcare Program Enforcement Division to engage in the exciting and fulfilling work of litigating whistleblower lawsuits filed under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. Our cases involve lawsuits against a variety of defendants including pharmaceutical companies, drug manufacturers and medical providers. The litigation is complex, and the work is meaningful. The OAG seeks qualified, self-motivated candidates to manage cases from inception to conclusion, including drafting motions and discovery, appearing at hearings, trying cases, negotiating settlements, and handling appeals.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Working on a litigation team of attorneys in the Healthcare Program Enforcement Division, litigating complex cases and preparing cases for jury trial.
- Conducting all aspects of pre-trial litigation, including discovery, motion practice, preparation for and/or conducting fact and expert witness depositions; analyzing factual and legal issues and evidence as a part of litigating healthcare program fraud cases; reviewing documentation from client agencies and produced from parties in discovery.
- Preparing legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents; drafting discovery requests and responses; representing the Office of the Attorney
- General before state or federal district courts
- Overseeing the analysis of factual and legal issues and developing evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery.
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) IV:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
- Experience: Three years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to train others
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) V: All the above qualifications for AAG IV PLUS:
- Experience: One additional year of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Working on complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts.
- Experience: Summation, Concordance, Relativity or Clearwell legal review software.
- Experience: Conducting legal analysis involving complex statutory and regulatory schemes at the state and federal levels, including applying legal analysis to fact situations and making recommendations.
- Knowledge of law, legal principles, and practices relevant to the Texas Healthcare Program Fraud Prevention Act and False Claims Act.
- Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, Federal Rules of Procedure, and Federal Rules of Evidence.
- Familiarity with Texas and Federal case law regarding discovery and pleading.
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Represents state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving, but not limited to, civil rights (U.S. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983 etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc., in both state and federal court
- Represents the State's interests in many other proceedings not handled by the other civil litigation divisions, including lawsuits brought on behalf of the State and its agencies and officers to vindicate Texas's sovereign and legal rights
- Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents
- Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts in defense of state agencies and state employees
- Provides legal advice, counsel and assistance to state agencies as assigned; performs analyses of complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery; prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courts
- Provides excellent client service and functions well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
- Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields as a licensed attorney: Civil Litigation
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the General Litigation Division
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Two years of experience working in the following (closely related) as a licensed attorney: Civil Litigation
- Experience: State and federal court trial experience
- Knowledge: Laws and procedures of the General Litigation division
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The General Litigation Division (GLD) prosecutes and defends a variety of cases, with a heavy emphasis on constitutional and civil rights litigation, employment litigation, and matters of public concern that impact the lives of Texans every day. This position will work on matters big and small, ranging from individual civil rights claims to complex institutional reform litigation, class actions, and public policy litigation. GLD provides a dynamic, varied docket with ample opportunity for attorneys to continue to gain experience using the full spectrum of litigation skills. AAGs also assist on larger teams handling matters of great complexity and importance to the State.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Represents state agencies and its officials in defense of lawsuits involving, but not limited to, civil rights (U.S. and Texas Constitution, Title VII, Sec. 1983 etc.), retaliation, employment, constitutionality of state statutes, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc., in both state and federal court
- Represents the State's interests in many other proceedings not handled by the other civil litigation divisions, including lawsuits brought on behalf of the State and its agencies and officers to vindicate Texas's sovereign and legal rights
- Conducts investigations, performs legal research, and prepares complex motions, including pleadings, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents
- Prepares and tries cases in state and federal courts in defense of state agencies and state employees
- Provides legal advice, counsel and assistance to state agencies as assigned; performs analyses of complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery; prepares and files briefs in state and federal appellate courts
- Provides excellent client service and functions well with other attorneys and staff within a dynamic office environment
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
- Experience: Three years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney working in the following (or closely related) fields: Civil Litigation
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date.
- Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the General Litigation Division
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exceptional academic credentials
- Law Review and/or post-graduation judicial clerkship Law Review and/or post-graduation judicial clerkship
- Tried at least two jury trials to a verdict in state and/or federal district court.
- Two years' litigation experience in the following areas of law: civil rights, constitutional law, employment law, education law and health care law.
OAG seeks general anesthesiologists to meet the needs of our expanding practice.
We are a physician-owned, physician-run practice focused on delivering the highest-quality care possible.
We provide services at a wide range of facilities in Oregon and Washington State, ranging from large tertiary-care centers to community hospitals to ASCs, with most of our providers providing services at more than one facility.
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Applicants for this position should be prepared to pass an extensive background investigation, including a comprehensive criminal history, employment, education, financial status, reputation, and social media check. The OAG's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit works cases jointly with the FBI, HHS-OIG, and other federal law enforcement agencies. Applicants for this position will also be required to obtain a Top Secret federal security clearance in order to fully participate in DOJ Prosecutions as a Special United States Attorney (SAUSA). Since most security clearance problems arise from criminal records or unresolved bad credit issues, full criminal and credit checks will be run on all applicants prior to employment.
This posting is for an Assistant Attorney General in the Texas Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which will be cross-designated as a SAUSA, and serve as a Trial Attorney/Prosecutor for the National Rapid Response Strike Force in the Health Care Fraud Unit of the U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division, Fraud Section. The National Rapid Response Strike Force was created in 2020 with a mission to investigate and prosecute fraud cases involving major health care providers that operate in multiple jurisdictions, including major regional health care providers operating in the Strike Force cities, with a focus on investigations and prosecutions of individuals and corporate health care fraud. The National Rapid Response Strike Force coordinates with the Civil Division's Fraud Section and Consumer Protection Branch, U.S. Attorney's Offices across the country, state Medicaid Fraud Control Units, the FBI, HHS-OIG, and other agency partners in order to identify, investigate, and prosecute significant multi-jurisdictional and corporate health care fraud cases.
This position will independently direct, conduct, and monitor investigations, prepare for and conduct trials, and advise on pleadings and other court filings. Upon accepting an offer of employment, applicants must make a three-year commitment to the Strike Force. This position will be located in Houston, with a prosecution region encompassing the State of Texas.
Generally, as a Trial Attorney in the HCF Unit's National Rapid Response Strike Force, the position:
- Handles the development and management of HCF prosecutions. Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, the use of grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, preparing appropriate pleadings, litigating motions, and conducting trials in U.S. District Court;
- Makes charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases; and
- In collaboration with Unit managers, develops and maintains the Section's program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of HCF violations, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities, policy, and legislative recommendations.
The position will be supervised by the Deputy Chief over Prosecutions in the OAG MFCU Austin headquarters, but will be supervised day-to-day by the Department of Justice. In addition to HCF Unit training, MFCU will provide Medicaid Fraud training opportunities, including national training opportunities with the National Association of Medicaid Fraud Control Units, based on availability of resources. As a condition of grant funding, this position must engage only in HCF investigation and prosecution activities with a Texas Medicaid nexus.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Prepares and presents complex criminal cases involving federal health care laws and regulations, pursuant to U.S. Criminal Codes and Federal Code of Criminal Procedures
- Prepares legal opinions, briefs, pleadings, motions, petitions, and other legal documents
- Prepares all phases of criminal prosecution from investigation forward, including the preparation of cases for trial, discovery, jury and bench trial, and appellate process when necessary
- Analyzes complex factual and legal issues and develops evidence through witness interviews, subpoenas, search warrants, proffers, and other legal process
- Performs legal research and reports findings and conclusions
- Advises investigators and management on factual and legal issues
- Assists investigators and auditors in investigations
- Uses personal vehicle, or agency pool vehicles when available, for business-related travel with reimbursement
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule and in accordance with agency leave policy
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
- Complies with requirements of federal grant funding for the MFCU, including performance measures and limiting work to approved health care-related investigation and prosecution
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) IV:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a J.D.
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
- Experience: Three years of full-time litigation experience
- Knowledge of laws and legal principles and practices relevant to the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit such as the U.S. Code, Federal Code of Criminal Procedure, Code of Federal Regulations.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in effective oral and written communication [Writing sample required at time of interview, if selected]
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in conducting investigations; in proffers and plea negotiations; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying factual and legal issues and solving complex problems; in applying applicable laws; in prioritizing workloads; in using judgment to identify courses of action; and in the use of a computer and applicable software
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to train others
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location or US Attorney's Office, perform all assigned tasks at designated workspace within designated work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) as required by current in-person/telework policy
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 50%
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) V: All the above qualifications for an AAG IV, PLUS:
- Experience: One additional year full-time litigation experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a criminal prosecutor
- Experience with civil or criminal health care fraud matters
- Knowledge of white collar crime litigation
- Experience in supporting, litigating, and supervising federal or state criminal cases
- Experience in U.S. District Court
- Experience with the federal judiciary
****PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION IS EXPRESSING INTEREST IN THIS ROLE AND NOT A FORMAL APPLICATION*****
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking attorneys licensed in Texas to join the agency’s Healthcare Program Enforcement Division to engage in the exciting and fulfilling work of investigating, evaluating, and litigating whistleblower lawsuits filed under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. Our cases involve lawsuits against a variety of defendants including pharmaceutical companies, drug manufacturers and medical providers. The OAG seeks qualified, self-motivated candidates to manage cases from inception to conclusion, including investigating qui tam cases, drafting and issuing civil investigative demands, drafting motions and trying cases, and negotiating settlements and pursuing appeals. The role requires close coordination with government agencies, thorough analysis of complex regulatory schemes, and active involvement in discovery, witness interviews, data review, and case recommendations. Knowledge of or interest in healthcare law is a plus.
The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits ( ) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans. Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) experience the challenge and honor of public service while enjoying a healthy work-life balance; hands-on legal experience; and engaging camaraderie in Austin, the scenic and lively capital of Texas.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
- Initiates and conducts Healthcare Program Enforcement and related investigations. Analyzes factual and legal issues and develops evidence for pursuit of Healthcare Program Enforcement cases, including performing legal research, conducting interviews, and directing investigator activity. Reviews data and documentation from client agencies and other resources, coordinates with the federal government and other state governments to evaluate and potentially resolve pending whistle-blower lawsuits, and reports findings and analysis to management and Executive Administration.
- Monitors pending cases in which the State has declined to intervene, preparing legal briefs independently and in coordination with other AAGs where needed to protect the State’s interests.
- Working on a team of attorneys in the Healthcare Program Enforcement Division, investigating and litigating complex cases and preparing cases for jury trial.
- Conducting all aspects of pre-trial litigation, including discovery, motion practice, preparation for and/or conducting fact and expert witness depositions; analyzing factual and legal issues and evidence as a part of litigating healthcare program fraud cases; reviewing documentation from client agencies and produced from parties in discovery.
- Preparing legal briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents; drafting discovery requests and responses; representing the Office of the Attorney General before state or federal district courts
- Overseeing the analysis of factual and legal issues and developing evidence through witness interviews, depositions, and other discovery.
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
- Performs related work as assigned
- Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
- Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
- Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
- Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) III:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.)
- Experience: Two years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
- Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by start date
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
- Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
- Ability to prepare legal documents, to conduct research, to interpret and apply laws, to summarize findings, to prepare cases and present at trial, to conduct hearings, to communicate effectively, and to train others
- Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 20%
Assistant Attorney General (AAG) IV: All the above qualifications for AAG III PLUS:
- Experience: One additional year of full-time experience as a licensed attorney
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience: Working on complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts.
- Experience: Summation, Concordance, Relativity or Clearwell legal review software.
- Conducting legal analysis involving complex statutory and regulatory schemes at the state and federal levels, including applying legal analysis to fact situations and making recommendations.
- Knowledge of law, legal principles, and practices relevant to the Texas Healthcare Program Fraud Prevention Act and False Claims Act.
- Knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, Federal Rules of Procedure, and Federal Rules of Evidence.
- Familiarity with Texas and Federal case law regarding discovery and pleading.
