Assistant Attorney General IV-V

3-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Assistant Attorney General IV-V - Medicaid Fraud Control Unit
Salary: $106, - $124, per year
Organization: Office of the Attorney General
Department: Medicaid Fraud Control Unit
Location: Houston, Texas
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Grade: 28-30
Openings: 1
Posting Date: November 29, 2023
Closing Date: Ongoing

Overview:
The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Assistant Attorney General IV-V in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU). This position will also serve as a Trial Attorney/Prosecutor for the National Rapid Response Strike Force in the Health Care Fraud Unit of the . Department of Justice. The selected candidate will be responsible for independently directing, conducting, and monitoring investigations, preparing for and conducting trials, and advising on pleadings and other court filings.

Responsibilities:
• Handle the development and management of health care fraud prosecutions
• Make charging decisions and propose dispositions for assigned cases
• Develop and maintain the Section’s program to foster effective national investigation and prosecution of health care fraud violations
• Supervise day-to-day activities under the Department of Justice
• Conduct legal research and report findings and conclusions
• Use personal or agency pool vehicles for business-related travel
• Ensure security and confidentiality of sensitive information
• Comply with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
• Comply with federal grant funding requirements for the MFCU

Minimum Qualifications:
• Graduation from an accredited law school with a .
• Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Three years of full-time litigation experience
• Knowledge of relevant laws and legal principles and practices
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location or US Attorney’s Office
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel up to 50%

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 . District Court
• Experience with the federal judiciary

Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit an electronic application through either CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered. Paper applications will not be accepted. Please note that this position may require a criminal background check. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

The OAG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Information:
• Assistant Attorney General IV: $106, per year
• Assistant Attorney General V: $124, per year

Not specified

Excellent benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and vacation/sick leave.

Not specified

Legal Writing, Legal Research, Litigation, Criminal Prosecution, Civil Litigation, Investigation, Trial Preparation, Pleadings, Appellate Process, Legal Opinions, Brief Writing, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Sound Judgment, Decision Making, Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving, Computer Skills, Customer Service, Teamwork, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Physical Fitness, Travel Management

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Submit electronic application through CAPPS Recruit or Work in Texas. Must complete a State of Texas application to be considered.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, Licensed attorney in the State of Texas, Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, 3+ years of full-time litigation experience, Knowledge of relevant laws and legal principles, Strong communication and writing skills, Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, Sound judgment and decision making abilities, Proficiency in legal research and analysis, Ability to work cooperatively with others, Excellent customer service skills, Ability to travel and arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel.

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