Attorney III – Privacy Team
State of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE, United States
Job Title:
Attorney III – Privacy Team (Open)
Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$37.782
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a skilled legal professional to join our Privacy Team. This position plays a key role in maintaining the agency’s ethical standards and regulatory compliance. Our Attorney III will lead efforts around HIPPA privacy, IT legal support, and regulations. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate across divisions, influence policy, and help uphold DHHS’ mission of helping people live better lives.
Benefits
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
A culture that embraces work‑life balance
Tuition reimbursement program
79% employer‑paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
Hiring rate of position:
Negotiable; commensurate with education and/or experience, if approved.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and analysis related to privacy, HIPPA, and regulation promulgation.
Conduct privacy investigations across the agency.
Review and advise on contracts and data sharing agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal law.
Develop and lead privacy training programs for agency personnel.
Conduct privacy risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Provide legal opinions and general guidance to internal stakeholders on privacy, data governance, and regulation promulgation.
Draft and implement privacy policies, procedures, and SOPs.
Analyze and investigate trends and report on privacy compliance metrics.
Provide legal interpretation and guidance on agency operations, including IT systems, contracts and grants, and access to data.
Draft and review agency regulations and supporting documentation.
Ensure all statutory requirements are met related to regulation promulgation.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
Legal Requirements:
In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of 1943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CLIO, PolicyTech, OnBase, or similar document management systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated strong judgment, a risk‑aware mindset, and the ability to balance legal precision with practical solutions. Ability to interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of court/administrative hearings, administrative rules, regulations, and policies on a variety of complex legal issues; review and apply state and federal laws regarding agency compliance, HIPAA and privacy, and the Administrative Procedures Act; effectively communicate and interact with internal personnel, external stakeholders, and the public; evaluate programs and documents for compliance and develop strategic plans; draft and develop internal agency policies; conduct thorough and timely privacy investigations; conduct legal research and formulate opinions and recommendations; identify critical elements of legal questions and issues; create and conduct internal training for agency personnel related to privacy and regulation promulgation; draft, review, and edit agency regulations; ensure all statutory requirements for the promulgation of regulations are met; and provide legal interpretations and guidance to agency personnel on pending legislation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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Attorney III – Privacy Team (Open)
Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$37.782
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a skilled legal professional to join our Privacy Team. This position plays a key role in maintaining the agency’s ethical standards and regulatory compliance. Our Attorney III will lead efforts around HIPPA privacy, IT legal support, and regulations. The role offers the opportunity to collaborate across divisions, influence policy, and help uphold DHHS’ mission of helping people live better lives.
Benefits
State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
A culture that embraces work‑life balance
Tuition reimbursement program
79% employer‑paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun, inviting teammates
Hiring rate of position:
Negotiable; commensurate with education and/or experience, if approved.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct legal research and analysis related to privacy, HIPPA, and regulation promulgation.
Conduct privacy investigations across the agency.
Review and advise on contracts and data sharing agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal law.
Develop and lead privacy training programs for agency personnel.
Conduct privacy risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Provide legal opinions and general guidance to internal stakeholders on privacy, data governance, and regulation promulgation.
Draft and implement privacy policies, procedures, and SOPs.
Analyze and investigate trends and report on privacy compliance metrics.
Provide legal interpretation and guidance on agency operations, including IT systems, contracts and grants, and access to data.
Draft and review agency regulations and supporting documentation.
Ensure all statutory requirements are met related to regulation promulgation.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.
Legal Requirements:
In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of 1943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CLIO, PolicyTech, OnBase, or similar document management systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated strong judgment, a risk‑aware mindset, and the ability to balance legal precision with practical solutions. Ability to interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of court/administrative hearings, administrative rules, regulations, and policies on a variety of complex legal issues; review and apply state and federal laws regarding agency compliance, HIPAA and privacy, and the Administrative Procedures Act; effectively communicate and interact with internal personnel, external stakeholders, and the public; evaluate programs and documents for compliance and develop strategic plans; draft and develop internal agency policies; conduct thorough and timely privacy investigations; conduct legal research and formulate opinions and recommendations; identify critical elements of legal questions and issues; create and conduct internal training for agency personnel related to privacy and regulation promulgation; draft, review, and edit agency regulations; ensure all statutory requirements for the promulgation of regulations are met; and provide legal interpretations and guidance to agency personnel on pending legislation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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