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    Governor's Office of General Counsel

    Attorney Vacancy

    Governor’s Office of General Counsel

    Assistant Counsel (Attorney 2) 
    Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange Authority
    Office of Chief Counsel – Harrisburg

    The Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange Authority (Pennie®) is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative attorney to join its legal team as an Attorney 2 within the Pennsylvania Office of General Counsel (OGC). Pennie® administers Pennsylvania's state-based health insurance marketplace, helping hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians access affordable, high-quality health coverage. This position is based in Harrisburg and offers a hybrid work schedule with the opportunity to telework up to four days per week, subject to operational needs and agency policy.

     

    What You’ll Do

    This position offers the opportunity to provide legal counsel on a broad range of matters affecting a dynamic public authority at the intersection of healthcare, government, and public policy. As an Assistance Counsel, the attorney in this role will:  

    • Assist in contracting and procurement matters, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to procurements, intergovernmental agreements, MOUs, and other legal documents.  

    • Assist in employment matters including litigation and matters involving union employees.   

    • Provide litigation legal support in administrative forums, as well as in response to subpoenas and other legal matters.     

    • Provide legal advice and guidance to the various program areas within Pennie

     

    Who We’re Looking For

    Pennie is seeking candidates who:  

    • Have excellent written and oral communications skills, including attention to detail, and a capability to facilitate in-person and remote (e.g., phone, video conference) discussions.    

    • Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to foster trust and respect to support the friendly and collaborative internal working relationships with Pennie’s various program area clients.    

    • Are able to work independently, with supervisory oversight, but will also be expected to work collaboratively as a team member with other Pennie attorneys, clients, senior agency leadership and vendors.

     

    Required Qualifications

    Applicants Must:

    • Hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school 

    • Be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in good standing

    • Have at least 2 years of substantive experience in contracts, procurements, or related transactional matters OR have at least 2 years of substantive experience in labor and HR maters.

    • Have at least 1 year of substantive experience in administrative proceedings.

    • Be familiar with the insurance law or the ACA (preferable)

     

    Why Join OGC

    At OGC, you are not simply reviewing contracts. You are helping shape the economic engine of the Commonwealth.

    • Purpose-Driven Practice
      • Support programs that expand opportunity and strengthen communities statewide.
    • Professional Growth
      • Work alongside experienced government attorneys on complex, high-visibility initiatives.
    • Stability with Impact
      • Public service with real influence on policy, regulation, and economic development.
    • Comprehensive Benefits
      • Competitive salary
      •  Generous paid leave
      •  Excellent health benefits
      • Retirement plans

    To learn more about OGC visit: https://www.ogc.pa.gov and select Careers with OGC.

    Apply Today

    Submit the following as  a single, combined PDF or Word document by June 19, 2026:

    • Cover letter expressing interest in this specific position
    •  Resume
    • Writing sample (10 page max)

    Email: ogchiring@pa.gov
    Attn: Derek Riker
    Deputy General Counsel
    30 N. 3rd Street, Suite 200
    Harrisburg, PA 17101

    OGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.  All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.