EGID Deputy General Counsel IV
Job Posting Title
EGID Deputy General Counsel IVAgency
807 HEALTH CARE AUTHORITYSupervisory Organization
EGIDJob Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full timeJob Type
RegularCompensation
$118,967/annualWhy You’ll Love Working Here
At the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), your work matters. Every day, our team helps ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. Guided by our core values, Passion for Purpose, Trust & Transparency, Empowerment & Accountability, Best-in-Class, Outcome-Driven, and Servant Leadership, we foster a workplace where people feel supported, respected, and empowered to make an impact. Learn more about OHCA.
Let’s Talk Benefits
We know your great work deserves great support. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer for all eligible employees.
Generous state-paid benefit allowance to offset insurance premiums.
A wide selection of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with employer contributions.
11 paid holidays annually.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
Longevity Bonus recognizing years of public service.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and tuition reimbursement.
Wellness benefits, including an on-site gym and fitness center discounts.
Job Description
Location: 4345 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Salary: $118,967/annual
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Primary Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Agency/Division Information
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA) works to ensure Oklahomans have access to better health and better care. The agency’s core values include passion for purpose, trust and transparency, empowerment and accountability, best in class and outcome-driven, and servant leadership. As part of the interview process, candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at our Oklahoma City office.
Position Purpose
The Deputy General Counsel IV provides advanced legal guidance for EGID legal services, ensuring that assigned operations comply with relevant state and federal laws while aligning with the agency’s mission and core values. This position advises agency leadership and program areas on complex legal matters, identifies and helps mitigate legal risks, contributes to legal strategy and planning, provides counsel on regulatory compliance, and represents or supports the agency in legal proceedings. This role requires a collaborative approach to build effective relationships across departments and with external stakeholders, support sound legal decision-making, and maintain organizational accountability.
Essential Functions May Include:
Handle or support EGID appeals and related administrative proceedings.
Handle or support tax warrant intercept matters and related legal review.
Research, analyze, and interpret state and federal laws, regulations, rules, contracts, policies, and guidance affecting EGID operations.
Provide legal counsel on complex EGID matters, regulatory compliance, administrative processes, and legal risk mitigation.
Draft, review, and revise legal documents, correspondence, notices, memoranda, contracts, policies, procedures, and other agency materials as assigned.
Present legal information clearly to agency leadership, program areas, external partners, administrative bodies, or other stakeholders.
Collaborate across divisions to identify legal issues, provide practical recommendations, and support consistent implementation of legal requirements.
Contribute to long-term legal strategy, planning, process improvement, and issue resolution for assigned EGID legal functions.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not supervise.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements
The Deputy General Counsel IV requires in-depth knowledge of legal principles, state and federal legislation, and program administration, with the ability to analyze complex legal matters and ensure regulatory compliance. This position demands excellent communication skills to collaborate across divisions and advise key stakeholders, along with strategic thinking to align legal recommendations with the agency’s objectives. Key Korn Ferry competencies that best align with this role are Decision Quality for making sound legal judgments and Strategic Mindset for contributing to long-term planning and positioning the agency for success.
**To be considered for this position your application must include a resume/CV with complete work and education history.**
Education and/or Experience:
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school AND a license to practice law in State of Oklahoma AND an active membership with the Oklahoma Bar Association, AND 7 years of legal experience including 2 years of litigation, or agency-defined experience in the practice of law e.g. tax, or supervisory experience.
Preference Qualifications Include:
Certifications in any of the following areas: Healthcare Compliance (CHC), Certified in Healthcare Privacy and Security (CHPS), or Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP). Certification in Risk Management, Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP), OSHA or Facilities Management Certifications
Experience or certification in Project Management (PMP)
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) or Mediation Certification
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. In the course of performing job duties, employees are required to speak, stand, walk, and reach with their hands and arms. This position requires extended periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of this position.
Accommodation Statement
The Oklahoma Health Care Authority complies with applicable State and Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, or genetic information. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Civil Rights Coordinator at 405-522-7335.
Notice to applicants:
Please add OHCAHR@okhca.org to the address book or “safe-senders” list in your email. All correspondence will come from this address. Be sure to check your junk folder. If you have questions about the status of your application, you can contact the HR team at 405-522-7093.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through Workday Jobs Hub.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
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