Job Description

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
If the pressures of private practice are weighing on you, or you are a new attorney seeking early case responsibility, we understand. Many legal professionals look for a change of pace that still offers meaningful work and a healthy work-life balance. Discover a new path with us where your skills and well-being are both valued.
The Wyoming Attorney General's Office has an immediate opening for a motivated and creative attorney to handle the challenging legal work for the Wyoming Department of Health. This is an opportunity to be on the front lines, advising the Division of Healthcare Financing (Medicaid) through intellectually challenging and engaging work that directly serves the State of Wyoming. The role offers a unique opportunity to:

• Become a specialist: Develop expertise in the highly specialized area of Medicaid estate recovery, becoming a key authority within the Wyoming Department of Health.
• Grow your litigation skills: Handle a diverse caseload, from drafting pleadings and managing discovery to representing the Department in administrative tribunals, building a robust litigation portfolio.
• Expand your advisory skills: Work closely with the HIPAA compliance officer and other senior-level clients, honing your ability to provide clear, strategic legal counsel on complex issues.
• Collaborate and learn: Work in a supportive team structure, collaborating with senior leadership while independently managing your assignments.

The Attorney General's Office provides attorneys an opportunity to receive mentorship, develop expertise, and excel at and utilize skills in a dynamic and collegial work environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our office also offers monthly in-house training opportunities that qualify for continuing legal education credit.
The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement with employer contributions
• Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
• Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
• Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / 307-777-7130 /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function performed at the job level.

• Translate complex legal and factual issues into clear, precise, and compelling written and oral presentations.
• Conduct and synthesize legal research to deliver timely and precise day-to-day legal advice.
• Educate and guide agency clients on the application of relevant statutes and administrative processes.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support the legal and operational function of the agency.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
To the extent that you are already familiar with health law and civil litigation, administrative law, and some of the unique challenges that arise when representing a government agency, we want you to apply. To the extent that you are not familiar with these areas of law, but you have an interest, we still want you to apply. We will work with you to ensure that you have the knowledge you need to succeed. **All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:

• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position
• Professional resume - include references
• Recent writing sample
• Law school transcript

Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
• Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
• Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure.

However, anyone interested in this position is encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Juris Doctorate
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Successful applicants are required to pass a background investigation.
• This position is At-Will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 9-1-608).

Supplemental Information
015 - Attorney General - Human Services Division
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
• WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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