SENIOR ATTORNEY

SENIOR ATTORNEY

AHCA is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Hearing Officer to support the fair and efficient administration of agency hearings. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to upholding regulatory integrity in complex case situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct fair hearings in accordance with agency procedures, policies, and applicable laws.
• Apply and interpret hearing procedures and program requirements in complex or unique case scenarios.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of statutes, court decisions, administrative rules, federal regulations, and departmental guidance.
• Prepare clear, well researched legal opinions at the request of the Chief Legal Counsel and General Counsel.
• Ensure opinions address all questions thoroughly, supported by research, fact finding, and relevant discussions.
• Identify and proactively communicate potential legal or programmatic issues within AHCA operations.
• Provide legal insight by reviewing documents, manuals, rules, and proposed/existing legislation.
• Serve as an internal consultant to agency personnel and working groups.
• Work with AHCA teams to develop and review legislation.
• Support implementation of new laws and recommend updates to existing statutes when needed.
• Review proposed rules for legal sufficiency, both substantively and technically.
• Participate in rule development processes, workshops, and hearings related to MFHS.
• Review letters, policies, and documents to ensure legal accuracy and clarity.
• Respond professionally and thoroughly to inquiries from the public, agency staff, and other government entities, as appropriate.
• Complete special assignments as directed by the Chief Legal Counsel and General Counsel, ensuring timely and high-quality results.

Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• Health insurance (i.e., individual and family coverage) to eligible employees
• Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
• State of Florida retirement options, including employer contributions
• Ability to earn up to 176 hours of paid annual leave as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of sick leave annually
• Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Tuition waivers (accepted by major Florida Colleges/universities)
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities (eligibility required)
• Training opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Shared Savings Program for select medical services
• Lower copays for prescription drugs
• Health and Wellness discounts

For a more complete list of benefits, please visit mybenefits.myflorida.com.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to take action in situations which lack clear direction.
• Ability to deal with public in a professional manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to use independent judgment when releasing information to the public.
• Ability to collect and analyze data.
• Ability to conduct meetings and to make presentations.
• Ability to perform legal writing and prepare various legal documents.
• Ability to research legal documents and legal references.
• Ability to use electronic spreadsheets, databases and computer productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office and Adobe).
• Ability to use audio and visual conferencing systems (e.g., LogMein Open Voice and Microsoft Teams).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Two years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law, or in administrative or judicial hearings.
• Prior Hearing Officer experience and knowledge of Fair Hearings process is preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

• Florida Bar license is in good standing.

CONTACT: LAURA GALLAGHER View phone number on click.appcast.io

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