Assistant Attorney General (Medicaid Fraud Unit)

Initial Posting Date:

07/09/2025

Application Deadline:

08/07/2025

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$8,842 - $17,168

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney General (Medicaid Fraud Unit)

Job Description:

Civil Enforcement Division, Medicaid Fraud Unit

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking an attorney to serve in the Medicaid Fraud Unit (MFU) as a Medicaid Fraud Prosecutor (Assistant Attorney General). The MFU is based in Portland and is a high-achieving multi-disciplinary team tackling health-care fraud state-wide. The MFU is housed within the Civil Enforcement Division but handles both civil and criminal cases. The MFU investigates and prosecutes Medicaid providers for billing fraud. It also investigates and prosecutes allegations of neglect, abuse and financial exploitation of Medicaid clients as well as allegations of fraud in the administration of the Medicaid program.

The MFU attorney will primarily handle state criminal investigations and prosecutions. MFU attorneys lead a staff of investigators, auditors, a nurse investigator and data analysts and collaborates with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies on virtually every case. The MFU attorney will have the opportunity to work with assistant attorney generals from other state MFCUs to investigate and resolve Medicaid fraud issues that occur on a regional or national scale.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Sheen Wu, Attorney-in-Charge, Medicaid Fraud Unit by email, at sheen.wu@doj.oregon.gov.

Required

• Active membership and in good standing with the Oregon State Bar at time of appointment.

• At least seven (7) years of criminal litigation experience.

• Willingness and availability to travel.

Requested Skills, Experiences, and Competencies

• Commitment to public service

• Strong oral and written advocacy skills

• Extensive experience prosecuting criminal cases

• History of working successfully in multi-disciplinary teams

Applicants most closely matching the requirements and needs of the position will be invited to interview.

Application Process

Diversity is a core value of the Oregon Department of Justice. We are working to build and maintain an inclusive and equitable work environment. Every employee expands our diversity by contributing to the range of ways to understand and communicate with one another, identify challenges, and work cooperatively.

• Follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions;

• Attach your resume;

• Attach your cover letter (detailing how you meet the job requirements); and

• Attach your writing sample (not to exceed seven pages) suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability.

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,842.00 - $17,168.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only. For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn here.

ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or both requested documents didn't attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login, and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.

The Oregon Department of Justice

The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,400 employees in ten divisions, including over 300 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.

The Attorney General and our divisions are dedicated to:

• Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;

• Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;

• Fighting crime and helping crime victims;

• Advocating for vulnerable children;

• Supporting families through the collection of child support;

• Enforcing environmental protections;

• Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;

• Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.

Working for the Department of Justice

Assistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions in most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.

Conduct Expectations

The role of the Oregon Department of Justice is to provide justice and uphold the rule of law. Employees of the Department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the Department.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice and application assistance, click HERE.

Oregon Department of Justice

1162 Court St NE

Salem OR, 97301

DOJ.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov

Phone: (503) 947-4328

Fax: (503) 373-0367