Assistant Attorney General 1-6, Civil MFCU Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4847255) Apply  Assistant Attorney General 1-6, Civil MFCU Salary $75,004.80 - $105,060.80 Annually Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Unclassified Job Number AG(2/25/2025)SM3 Department DOJ-Office of the Attorney General Opening Date 02/25/2025 Closing Date 4/26/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits Supplemental Information The Department of Justice, Office of Attorney General Liz Murrill, is seeking applications for an Assistant Attorney General 1-6 in the Civil Section of the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, within the Criminal Division. As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Assistant Attorney General 1-6, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Salary offered will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected. The position will be domiciled in the Livingston Building, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, East Baton Rouge Parish. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check, drug testing, and reference verifications. To Apply: Click on the "Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which may be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants may check the status of their application at any time by selecting the "Application Status" link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their meanings: + Application Received - Your application has been submitted successfully. + Evaluating Experience - Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. + Eligible for Consideration - You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for this position. + Referred to the Hiring Manager for Review - Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview. + Position Filled - Someone has been selected for the position. + Position Canceled - The agency has decided not to fill the position. Resumes will be accepted as an attachment to your application however all relevant education and experience must be included at the time you apply. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your online application. Transcripts may be faxed to (225) 326-6795. For further information about this vacancy, please contact: Shea Malbreaugh HR Specialist malbreaughs@ag.louisiana.gov The Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications + Juris Doctorate Degree required; + Must possess a license to practice law in the State of Louisiana; + Must be in good standing with the Louisiana Bar Association; + Prior experience in civil litigation, preferably with experience in fraud investigations, healthcare law, or public assistance programs; + Ability to handle sensitive cases with the highest level of professional integrity and adherence to ethical standards; + Ability to travel (including overnight travel) for state wide, state court appearances and continuing education and other conferences, as required. Preferred Qualifications: + Familiarity with Medicaid regulations and related healthcare fraud laws is preferred; + Prior civil litigation experience (i.e. discovery, depositions, motions practice, and trial). Job Concepts The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is seeking a skilled and dedicated Assistant Attorney General to join our team. This position focuses on investigating and litigating civil cases related to Medicaid fraud, ensuring accountability and enforcing the laws protecting the Medicaid program. As a civil attorney within the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, you will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of Medicaid services, prosecuting fraud, and recovering funds for the State. Examples of Work The duties and requirements of an Assistant Attorney General in the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit shall include, but is not limited to the following: + Represent the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in civil cases, including fraud investigations, false claims, and false statements involving Medicaid services; + Prepare and file civil complaints, motions, legal briefs, discovery requests, subpoenas, and other related documents as appropriate; + Manage a caseload of civil Medicaid fraud cases, from initiation to resolution, ensuring efficient and effective prosecution of fraudulent activities, + prosecutions, charging decisions, court hearings, motions, trial and pre-trial preparations, plea negotiations and appellate matters; + Possess strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, as well as excellent communication and negotiation abilities; + Perform any additional duties assigned by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit Section Chief, Deputy Director and/or Director. Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority. Employer State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email