Assistant General Counsel (Rural Healthcare)

Overview

As USAC continues to support universal service impacting health care providers, educators, and consumers, it is critical now more than ever that we hire people equally passionate and committed to helping fulfill our mission. We are currently seeking an experienced, dynamic and collaborative professional to serve as Assistant General Counsel within the Office of General Counsel (OGC) working with our Rural Healthcare program. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel you will:

• serve as counsel in general corporate governance and commercial transactions, including technology licensing transactions, procurements, contract management and litigation, and provide administrative law on FCC rules and regulations and bankruptcy

This is an outstanding career opportunity for an individual interested in telecommunications law and supporting a public-spirited mission.

Responsibilities

Working in a creative and fast-paced environment, the Assistant General Counsel will provide legal support, as needed, on matters related to general corporate governance and commercial transactions, including technology licensing transactions, procurements, contract management, litigation, privacy, and bankruptcy. Among others, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Provide counsel on the administration of the USF programs (e.g., Rural Health Care), including identifying and analyzing novel issues and promoting measures to ensure program integrity and program success.
• Identify and anticipate potential legal issues and proposing solutions to complex situations raising difficult legal and operational concerns.
• Work on corporate law related matters (e.g., litigation, contracts, procurement, intellectual property, and bankruptcy).
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws affecting USAC operations.
• Communicate, both in writing and orally, with internal clients, the Board, and external contacts concerning employment, immigration, and other corporate and programmatic matters.
• Interact and engage with FCC staff on numerous matters, including contracts, audits, enforcement and programmatic issues.
• Other specific duties as assigned.

About You

The successful candidate will excel at operating in a diverse and fluid environment, and will be crucial for the success of the Office of General Counsel Division.

• Bachelor Degree and/or relevant technical training and certifications
• Possess Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) to Seven (7) years of directly related experience.
• Three (3) or more years of general legal experience, including contracts, corporate governance and administrative law.
• Ability to exercise sound legal and business judgment.
• Proactive approach and strong follow up skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and legal research skills.
• Experience with telecommunications law.
• Experience with the federal Universal Service Fund Programs (i.e., Schools and Libraries, Rural Health Care, High Cost and Lifeline).
• Experience with working with a Board of Directors.

About USAC

Why Work Here?

Our mission to achieve universal service addresses Americas current critical needs to build out broadband capabilities for telehealth, online learning, and keeping families connected. Join us and help USAC accomplish our mission to bridge the digital divide. Through its administration of the $10 billion Universal Service Fund (USF) programs on behalf of the FCC, USAC works to promote the availability of quality services at just, reasonable and affordable rates and to increase access to advanced telecommunications services throughout the nation. Additional information on USF programs can be found at: https://www.usac.org/about/

Benefits

USAC supports our employees well beyond their salary with a system of benefits that rivals the top organizations in the country. Simply put: if you are committed to improving the lives of others, we are committed to improving yours. USAC provides low-premium, top-of-the-line medical, dental, and vision insurance in addition to disability and life coverage. Generous 401k contribution, Federal and floating holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time that increases every year. Regular telework schedule and opportunities to take professional development courses and training.

A Multicultural Team

We have actively built an organization that doesnt just celebrate our diversity; we depend on it. The challenges of achieving universal service require creative and unique perspectives. Our accepting and inclusive community will challenge you to grow and learn from others while always recognizing the value of your contribution.

USAC is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. All offers of employment with USAC are conditioned on completing and passing a background and reference check and certification of vaccination against COVID-19. USAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Only principals will be accepted. No agencies please.

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USAC employees are passionate about our mission. Our work contributes to the success of all Americans. Weve worked together to build a culture that is collaborative, ambitious, outcome-oriented, and feedback-focused.