Olivia S. Willis
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Dedicated attorney with a strong foundation in health care law and extensive experience managing government contracts. Proven capability in advising on policy development and litigation, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Committed to advancing health program effectiveness through strategic legal counsel.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Department of Health Care Services
, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Provide in-house counsel to programs within the California Department of Health Care Services.
- Provide advice and counsel to program implementation, policy development, and ongoing administration with the Integrated Systems of Care (ISC) section.
- Assist the Attorney General’s Office in preparing information for litigation against the department.
- Research federal and state laws to determine solutions for programs to function and administer to the public.
- Prepare contract exemption advice for ISC as well as the Health section.
- Assist in developing contracts for health programs such as the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
- Assist in drafting on legislative issues and reviewing documents for programs issuing public documents.
Senior Project Manager, Senior Environmental Scientist
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
West Sacramento, USA
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed grant agreements for conservation easements and fee title acquisitions through technical and legal analysis, facilitating conservation efforts.
- Coordinated statewide efforts with department regions to manage grants for watershed fisheries and wildlife restoration.
- Ensured compliance with goals of the Water Quality Supply and Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2014 (Prop 1).
- Implemented initiatives under the California Drought Water Parks Climate Coastal Protection and Outdoor Access for All Act of 2018 (Prop 68), advancing environmental resilience.
Project Manager, Environmental Scientist
California Department of Water Resources
Sacramento, USA
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Managed contracts for water use efficiency measures; reviewed financial information for proposed grants, partnered with recipients to finalize grants, amended contracts, and ensured compliance with agreements.
- Recognized for preparing and executing over 200 agricultural and urban water conservation grant agreements, leading grant programs, and facilitating water-saving projects.
Environmental Scientist
California Department of Water Resources
Sacramento, USA
01.1999 - 01.2011
- Managed contracts for water use efficiency measures, ensuring alignment with conservation goals.
Reviewed financial documents and contract details Collaborated with recipients to finalize grant agreements, enhancing project readiness and compliance.ize grant agreements.
Revised contracts to ensure compliance with regulations. to ensure compliance with established agreements.
Achieved recognition for preparing and executing over 200 agreed grant programs that achieved substantial water savings, promoting sustainable resource management. Programs that significantly contributed to water savings.
Ensured successful project implementation through effective grant management.
Education
Juris Doctor - Environmental Law, Animal Law, Water Law, Environmental Justice, Administrative Law, Contracts Law, Contracts and Property
Lewis & Clark Law School
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of California, Davis
Skills
- Contract management
- Contract negotiation
- Health law
- Legal analysis
- Document preparation
- Database management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Analytical skills
- Professional integrity
- Verbal communication
Certification
- California State Bar, 317370
- Washington State Bar, 41951
Timeline
Attorney
Department of Health Care Services
08.2022 - Current
Senior Project Manager, Senior Environmental Scientist
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
01.2019 - 08.2022
Project Manager, Environmental Scientist
California Department of Water Resources
01.2011 - 01.2019
Environmental Scientist
California Department of Water Resources
01.1999 - 01.2011
Juris Doctor - Environmental Law, Animal Law, Water Law, Environmental Justice, Administrative Law, Contracts Law, Contracts and Property
Lewis & Clark Law School
Bachelor of Science - Zoology
University of California, Davis