Job Description

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Job Title:  Attorney

Location: Nashville, Tennessee   

Duration: 24 months (can extend long term)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

·         Review a large volume of contracts (800+), amendments (200+), and procuring documents each year.

·         Provide legal support for grants and contracts entered into between the department and any supplier of services, products, equipment, and/or computer software.

·         Provide legal guidance on contract drafting, interpretation, and other legal issues related to purchasing and department operations.

·         Assist the Senior Associate in interactions with department programs, the Department's Division of Administrative Services, and other state agencies, such as the Department of General Services.

·         Assist with promulgating rules within the department.

·         Assist with legislative projects, including bill analysis.

·         Complete special projects as assigned by the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, including public records requests.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should have familiarity with the State's procurement process and rulemaking procedures, ability to manage and prioritize a large volume of work, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and collaborate and work in a team environment. Also, the ideal candidate will  have prior HIPAA experience and ensure the needs of customers and clients are met.

 

Education:

JD, admitted to TN Bar with a license in good standing, at least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

 

Schedule

Days: Monday  Yes Tuesday  Yes Wednesday  Yes Thursday  Yes Friday  Yes Saturday  No Sunday  No

Hours/Day: 7.5

Time Zone: CST

Shift: 8:00 Am -5:00 Pm