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Title: Staff Attorney I - Exempt Application Deadline Date: 02/09/2026 Req ID: 54289 Department: Vermont Health Access Location: Waterbury, VT, US Position Type: Exempt Schedule Type: Full Time Minimum Salary: $70,637 Maximum Salary: $107,682
Overview
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) is seeking a Staff Attorney with at least four years of experience. DVHA administers Vermonts Medicaid plan and oversees Vermonts Health Insurance Exchange. Staff Attorneys report directly to DVHAs General Counsel and provide legal advice and guidance to all of the departments units. These include public-facing units that primarily handle member appeals and Medicaid enrollment, clinical units that conduct review of member claims, and units focused on payment and program integrity. Staff Attorneys may also be called upon to partner with colleagues across the state or within the Agency of Human Services to accomplish department and agency priorities.
Staff Attorneys may take on a wide variety of work such as:
• Conducting legal research • Drafting memoranda • Negotiating agreements • Processing public records responses • Engaging in rulemaking • Helping guide the department on legislative affairs and policy development
Topic areas include but are not limited to questions of:
• Contracts • Medicaid law & CMS regulations • Pharmacy • Employment • Public records & open meetings laws • HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 • Fraud, waste, & abuse
Salary for this role is determined by the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan, in line with the candidates qualifications and experience. Generous health care, sick/personal/annual leave, and state pension plans are also offered.
Mission
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)s mission is to improve Vermonters health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that support our mission:
Advancing value-based payments Modernizing information technology infrastructure Operational performance improvement
Our department commits to executing our responsibilities and priorities while adhering to three core values:
Transparency Integrity Service
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As part of our values of transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues and future colleagues different abilities, racial identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported here.
Our State
Vermont is a "small but mighty" state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and educational policies. We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities.
Who May Apply
This position, Staff Attorney I - Exempt (Job Requisition #54289), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Irene Mendez at Irene.Mendez@vermont.gov. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered. Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Minimum Requirements
Must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar, or eligible to be admitted to the Vermont bar within six months of hire. Must have at least four years of experience as a practicing attorney. Candidates who do not have direct experience with all of the departments topic areas are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate an ability to quickly grasp new and complex areas of law and proficiency in providing direct counsel to a multifaceted group of clients.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The States employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
Nearest Major Market: Barre Nearest Secondary Market: Montpelier
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