Senior attorney - law

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. Conduct fair hearings in accordance with agency procedures, policies, and applicable laws. 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. 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. Support implementation of new laws and recommend updates to existing statutes when needed. Review proposed rules for legal sufficiency, both substantively and technically. Review letters, policies, and documents to ensure legal accuracy and clarity. Complete special assignments as directed by the Chief Legal Counsel and General Counsel, ensuring timely and high-quality results. Health insurance (i.e., 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 Nine paid holidays and 1 personal holiday each year Training opportunities Flexible Spending Accounts Shared Savings Program for select medical services Ability to employ legal reasoning and to foresee possible legal problems. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to collect and analyze data. 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). Two years of professional experience in the practice of law, legal research, teaching law, or in administrative or judicial hearings. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

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