Law Clerk

SUMMARY

The Law Clerk will support the Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) as an integral contributor, by providing mission support to OCR regional offices to ensure compliance by the regulated community with the HIPAA Rules and applicable federal civil rights, conscience and religious freedom regulations.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays. 

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.    

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works independently or as a team leader as required.

• Evaluate complaints to identify potential violations of HIPAA Rules and/or applicable federal civil rights, conscience and religious freedom regulations.

• Demonstrate proficiency in English grammar and punctuation.

• Timely respond to correspondence and phone calls related to complaints and requests for technical assistance.

• Draft all documents related to complaint resolution, including, but not limited to, investigative strategies, notification and data requests, closure letters, voluntary resolution agreements, and corrective action plans.

• Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses.

• Review and analyze policies and procedures, medical records, reports of information system activity, computer audits, the internet, and financial reports.

• Knowledge of the application of nondiscrimination and conscience regulations, the HIPAA Rules, court decisions, agency case precedent, theories, concepts, and principles to investigation, enforcement, and compliance work.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Demonstrated excellence in organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work and communicate professionally with all levels of management, coworkers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Proven ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information with exceptional discretion.

• Skilled in managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.

• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work. 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Minimum educational experience is a law degree (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, plus one year of specialized experience in a field which equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position.

EOE including Disability/Vet 

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

• Medical 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• 401(k) 

• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance 

• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D 

• Legal-Aid Program 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays 

• Training and Development Opportunities 

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).