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Step into a pivotal role as Senior Legal Counsel with the Louisiana Department of Health, where you’ll provide expert legal guidance on complex, high-profile issues across major programs such as Medicaid, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, public health, and more. You will work independently, influence the operations of multiple programs, and advise executive leadership on critical decisions, all while navigating challenging legal matters that directly affect the delivery of health services statewide. If you are an experienced attorney with a passion for health law, exceptional judgment, and a drive to make a meaningful difference in public service, this is a career-defining opportunity.
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus four years of experience as a practicing attorney. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found
here.
Job Duties:- Serve as senior legal counsel for LDH Region 3 and backup counsel for Region 2, providing support across multiple parishes
- Provide independent, high-level legal direction, advice, and consultation on complex issues affecting regional operations
- Advise and represent LDH programs, including Medicaid, Office of Behavioral Health, Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, Adult Protective Services, Human Resources, Office of Public Health, and Office of Women's Health
- Review, interpret, and apply state and federal health laws, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance across regional programs
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents for regional offices and facilities
- Collaborate with Executive Counsel, General Counsel, and Deputy General Counsels on high-profile legal matters and strategic initiatives
- Represent LDH in legal proceedings, administrative hearings, and other formal settings as needed
- Provide guidance and support to regional leadership on risk management, policy implementation, and operational decisions
- Analyze legal issues, prepare memoranda, and develop recommendations to inform decision-making for regional programs
- Stay current on developments in health law and related legal areas to provide informed and timely counsel
Position-Specific Details:Location: Office of the Secretary / Bureau of Legal Services / East Baton Rouge Parish
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as aProbationary appointment, Promotional appointment, or Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)
Cost Center: 3071070203
Position Number(s): 50450591
Compensation: This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rates (SER):
Attorney-Regional - $41.80 hourly / $3,344.00 bi-weekly
How To Apply:No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Deanda Thymes
Deanda.Thymes@la.gov
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477
This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.
