Description:
Legal Division – Remote in North Dakota – Attorney IIAs an Attorney II, you will review inquiries and secure accurate information concerning facts for analysis and issuance of legal opinion. You will research and interpret laws, rules, regulations, and case law to ensure accurate legal guidance. You will also participate in workgroups and communicate with attorneys and judges. Additionally, you will draft clear and comprehensive analysis and collaborate on special projects.
To thrive in this position, you must have a proactive approach in initiating communication with staff to preempt legal challenges. You must be a leader by maintaining up to date knowledge of state and federal legislative developments, rulemaking initiatives, and pertinent court decisions affecting program administration and facility operations. Critical thinking skills, open-mindedness, and the ability to apply problem-solving is paramount.
To be considered for this position, you must have a Juris Doctor degree AND two (2) years of experience practicing as an attorney. You must be currently licensed to practice law in North Dakota.
About HHS:
ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources.
Location:
ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position may work in the Bismarck office or from home anywhere in North Dakota or surrounding communities with the ability and willingness to work during regular business hours.