DOL Employees Only Reallocation Legal Assistant I (Health Care)

Denver, CO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 58872 - 68000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department Information

This announcement represents the selection process for an occupied reclassified state position. This opportunity is open to classified permanent employees of the Department of Law State Services section and individuals on a reemployment list.

WHO WE ARE
The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the Peoples Lawyer. The Attorney General Phil Weiser was elected by the people of Colorado and is the States chief lawyer and law enforcement official. Our vision for the Department of Law is: Together we serve Colorado and its people advancing the rule of law protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all. Our core values and commitment to diversity equity and inclusion drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney Generals Office here.

Description of Job

WHAT YOU WILL DO

A reallocation job announcement occurs when an encumbered classified position is being promoted to a higher level classification. Additionally the current employee has already been assigned to perform the higher level duties.

The Health Care Unit within the State Services Section provides legal services to the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (the State Medicaid agency) and the public health programs within the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. On behalf of these two clients the unit handles a full range of litigation enforcement procurement compliance and general counsel/advice matters. The unit provides both agency clients with legal opinions and memorandums on a wide range of issues and questions as well as providing general strategic and legal guidance on a daily basis. On behalf of the State Medicaid Agency the unit manages a wide range of provider and member appeals litigates challenges to Department policies and regulations engages with vendors in contract disputes defends the Department in rate setting appeals defends the state against adverse actions taken by the federal government and coordinates inter-agency efforts at both the state and federal level when faced with provider terminations due to fraud or abuse. For the State Health Department unit attorneys are tasked with litigating and advising on all health facility licensing and compliance issues paramedic/EMT certification suspension or revocation matters vital records disputes challenges involving the medical marijuana registry hemp regulation and advising and litigating matters related to disease control outbreaks and investigations. The unit carries a heavy litigation caseload in a fast-paced environment.

The Paralegal provides litigation support and assistance to the units attorneys and the units Senior Paralegals. The Paralegal will support attorneys and the Senior Paralegals by performing work requiring an understanding of the legal and procedural issues that arise in the context of civil litigation court cases. The position also assists in gathering information drafting basic pleadings such an entry of appearance and motions calendaring and tracking litigation and discovery deadlines e-filing pleadings processing and organizing pleadings and discovery performing basic research and coordinating witnesses and exhibits for hearings trial and oral arguments. This position efficiently proofs and cite-checks briefs as well as codes appellate briefs and other assignments as needed. The position works independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced team-orientated environment. The position will also assist attorneys in maintaining assignment metrics to keep the client apprised of assignments and maintaining case tracking spreadsheets. The Paralegal will become familiar with the offices case management system and assist with routine litigation activities pending at the Office of Administrative Courts district courts and appellate courts.

This position also supports the Sections clients by providing back-up paralegal support to other paralegals in the Section.

Salarynote:Although a salary range is listed salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidates qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualified applicants must be classified permanent employees of the Department of Law State Services section.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H5E1XX

LEGAL ASSISTANT I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

Paralegal certificate obtained through either an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal studies program or an accredited institution

Substitutions

Two (2) years of work experience in a paralegal capacity which included conducting legal research preparing drafts of legal documents and gathering and compiling data from legal references and resources will substitute for the required certificate

A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school may substitute for the required certificate

Note: Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants must establish an account withand complete the online application.

Application Materials: Applicant may redact information that identifies their age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

A completed State of Colorado Application: Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the application provided is fully completed and clearly describes their education training and experience as it relates to this position. Applications left blank or marked See Resume will not be considered.

Veterans Preference: In order to be considered for veterans preference you must attach a copy of your DD214 forms as well as any documentation required to prove disability or marital status.

Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. If your application does not demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements you will be notified that you will not proceed in the selection process for this position. If your application is rejected and you have questions you may contact Tori DeMare at .

Assessment Information:
Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through comparative analysis of merit and fitness. Upon meeting the minimum qualifications the next phase of the process is typically a structured application/resume review by a panel of subject matter experts against the job duties and/or preferred qualifications in this job announcement to determine technical competence depth and breadth of experience and potential job fit.

Technical Competence Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement.
Depth and Breadth of Experience Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement and demonstrates the level of responsibility assigned.
Job Fit Experience will be evaluated to determine how well experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred.

It is imperative that the Work Experience section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications experience work product and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job Minimum Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants as the materials may be used to identify a top group for additional assessment or establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

The State of Colorado believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Law is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator Julie Christopher at.

Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Departments action.

For further information on the Board Rules you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes at to Apply: Submit a completed State of Colorado application. Applicant may redact information that identifies their age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Department InformationThis announcement represents the selection process for an occupied reclassified state position. This opportunity is open to classified permanent employees of the Department of Law State Services section and individuals on a reemployment list.WHO WE AREThe Office of the Attorney...