Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Title: Legal Intern
Job Description
- 525099
- PHOENIX
- REMOTE OPTIONS
- AHCCCS
- Internship
Accountability, Community, Innovation, Leadership, Passion, Quality, Respect, Courage, Teamwork
The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizonas Medicaid agency, is driven by its mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective health care to Arizonans in need. AHCCCS is a nationally acclaimed model among Medicaid programs and a recipient of multiple awards for excellence in workplace effectiveness and flexibility.
AHCCCS employees are passionate about their work, committed to high performance, and dedicated to serving the citizens of Arizona. Among government agencies, AHCCCS is recognized for high employee engagement and satisfaction, supportive leadership, and flexible work environments, including remote work opportunities. With career paths for seasoned professionals in a variety of fields, entry-level positions, and internship opportunities, AHCCCS offers meaningful career opportunities in a competitive industry.
Come join our dynamic and dedicated team.
Grade: 04
Open Until Filled
Are you ready for an opportunity to participate in mission driven work? Distinguish yourself in the field of Healthcare Law while participating in efforts to positively impact the lives of the over 2 million Arizona AHCCCS members we serve. Join us, work collectively as a team, and gain valuable experience.
The AHCCCS Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as an Intern that reports to the Senior Associate General Counsel. OGC delivers three distinct services. First, OGC provides legal counsel to the AHCCCS Administration. Second, OGC assures members and providers receive due process. Third, OGC facilitates compliance with legal requirements concerning privacy and public records. This position provides legal support to the OGC attorneys.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Conduct legal research.
* Draft legal memoranda, agency policies, rules.
* Meet with subject matter experts within the agency as necessary.
* Present findings and recommendations to both legal and non-legal staff in the agency.
Knowledge:
* Acceptable office procedures
* Legal research techniques
* Principles of statutory and regulatory interpretation
* Principles of administrative law
Skills:
* Verbal and written communication
* Connecting theoretical learning to practical application
* Research, collaboration and organization of data
Abilities:
* Follow verbal and written instructions
* Provide insight into various situations
* Maintain confidentiality
* Interact effectively with persons of diverse skills and backgrounds
Minimum:
* Student is currently enrolled in an accredited law school and has successfully completed one year of course work.
* Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees.
* Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
* Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. If an Out of State Driver License was held within the last 39 months, a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required prior to driving for State Business. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Drivers License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.