Job Description
Job Description
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 (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, 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
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Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property.
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Demonstrate proficiency in English grammar and punctuation.
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Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills are required.
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Ability to work in a team or independently in a busy environment is required.
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Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, etc.).
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Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of management and coworkers, as well as a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds.
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Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information with exceptional discretion.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
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Ability to produce quality work, meet critical deadlines and pay attention to detail in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
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Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Works independently or as a team leader as required.
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Evaluate complaints to identify potential violations of HIPAA Rules and/or applicable federal civil rights, conscience and religious freedom regulations. Provides written comments to the COR.
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Timely respond to correspondence and phone calls related to complaints and requests for
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technical assistance.
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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.
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Conduct interviews of complainants and witnesses.
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Review and analyze policies and procedures, medical records, reports of information system activity, computer audits, the internet, and financial reports.
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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.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Minimum educational experience is a law degree (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) or Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited university.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects, and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
EOE including Disability/Vet
The estimated pay range for this role is $81k to $95K, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience.
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
Company DescriptionChickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in several lines of business for both the federal government and commercial enterprises. Chickasaw Federal serves as the government contracting arm of Chickasaw Nation Industries, while our Filtration, Manufacturing, Network Services, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation lines of business serve commercial enterprises.
With approximately 1,800 employees and operations in over 40 states, as well as 5+ OCONUS locations scattered throughout the Caribbean, European, African, and Pacific regions, CNI supports a diverse culture that offers innovative approaches and customer-centered proven solutions. When you join us at CNI, you’ll be part of a team that contributes directly to supporting the economic development within the Chickasaw Nation community. A portion of our profits goes towards education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care, and community support programs designed specifically for Chickasaw citizens. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with an organization full of happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with CNI! Come join us today and serve a purpose bigger than yourself.
Company Description
Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in several lines of business for both the federal government and commercial enterprises. Chickasaw Federal serves as the government contracting arm of Chickasaw Nation Industries, while our Filtration, Manufacturing, Network Services, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation lines of business serve commercial enterprises.\r\n\r\nWith approximately 1,800 employees and operations in over 40 states, as well as 5+ OCONUS locations scattered throughout the Caribbean, European, African, and Pacific regions, CNI supports a diverse culture that offers innovative approaches and customer-centered proven solutions. When you join us at CNI, you’ll be part of a team that contributes directly to supporting the economic development within the Chickasaw Nation community. A portion of our profits goes towards education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care, and community support programs designed specifically for Chickasaw citizens. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations.\r\n\r\nIf you’re looking for an opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with an organization full of happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with CNI! Come join us today and serve a purpose bigger than yourself.