The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to serving our community and supporting our mission of, "Helping People Live Better Lives". We are searching for an Attorney III within our Legal Services Unit to support legal review, negotiation, and documentation of all DHHS contracts, grants, and other legal agreements to ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

What we can offer you:
• Stable Employment
• 13 paid holidays (including Arbor Day!)
• Vacation and sick leave equating to 24 days your first year, accruing immediately
• Military leave, civil service leave, funeral leave, and more
• 156% (that’s not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health, dental, vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement opportunities as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun and inviting teammates 

Schedule: M-F, 8:00-5:00

Examples of Work

In this role, you will advise and conduct legal research about issues of contract law, government procurement, federal grant administration, and related areas of law; 

• Consult with DHHS staff regarding the obligations and terms of agency agreements; 
• Negotiate terms with contractors/grantees
• Provide legal advice to the Contract Administrator and his staff regarding on-going issues of contract administration
• Review and draft revisions of DHHS agreement templates and processes
• Provide other general legal support for a variety of other activities, such as requests for proposals, procurement-related public records requests, or litigation.

Reach out to Rita at 531-739-8757 if questions

Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.

In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of l943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.

PREFERRED: Experience with contract law; federal, block, or state grants; public contracting; software licensing agreements; Medicaid programs; and/or public health.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to: interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of court/administrative hearings, and administrative rules and policies on a variety of legal issues; effectively communicate and interact with legal associates, other government employees, and the public; 

Conduct legal research; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on legal research; identify critical elements of legal questions or issues; and use a computer for word processing and research. 

About State of Nebraska

The Department of Health and Human Services provides a variety of career opportunities. No matter your educational background and/or experience, we may have a career opportunity for you. We recognize that our employees bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps people live better lives. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

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