Attorney

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.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $56.97 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Experience:

• Attorney: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• TN Bar License (Required)

Location:

• Nashville, TN 37243 (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person