Attorney IV (Hybrid)

Job Description And DutiesAbout this Role:The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Office of Legal Services (OLS) is seeking multiple Attorney IVs to join the team. The Attorney IV positions are crucial in reaching our mission of providing Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Help us actualize our vision to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians. The Attorney IV will have the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in California! Telework is subject to DHCS' Telework Program guidelines.The Program Integrity and Compliance Branch (PICB) provides advice and counsel to support DHCS program implementation, policy development and ongoing administration; program integrity and compliance efforts (audits and investigations and appeals); compliance and enforcement activities related to human resources, civil rights, communications, administration, managed care and Alcohol and Other Drug treatment programs; privacy and information security policies and practices; Public Records Act (PRA) functions; and conflict of interest issues. PICB also manages the DHCS PRA desk and service of legal process; and provides litigation support to the State and United States Departments of Justice.The Health Care Delivery Systems Branch (HCDSB) provides advice and counsel to support DHCS' managed care, integrated systems of care, behavioral health delivery systems, and behavioral health infrastructure and licensing systems. The Attorney IV is responsible for in-house counsel services including the development of sound legal strategies and recommendations necessary to support program implementation and ongoing administration; advisement on policies and legislation; supporting contract management and procurement; and the provision of litigation support to the State and United States Departments of Justice.The Attorney IV is an expert in Medi-Cal, general government health law, and/or privacy law and is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys within the OLS, handling difficult and complex legal issues faced by the Department. The Attorney IV handles projects that have the most significant program, policy, fiscal, and political impact on the Department.This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin. Future vacancies may include the following within the Office of Legal Services:The Fiscal and Financing BranchThe Health Care Delivery Systems BranchThe Program Integrity and Compliance BranchThe Benefits, Eligibility, and Operations BranchWhy Join DHCS?DHCS is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team as an Attorney IV. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!As a valued member of DHCS, you will make it possible for more than 15 million Californians to improve their health and their lives. Your efforts are important to each member of the team, as well as those we serve. As an Attorney IV at DHCS, you will be able to work on programs that are vital to the health of our community and provide health care related benefits and services to almost one in three Californians. We recognize the strength in teamwork. We know that by encouraging collaboration and diversity, embracing telework, striving for a healthy work/life balance, and protecting the health of Californians, we will benefit our economy as a whole. Be part of a team that prides itself in making a difference for Californians.Working ConditionsThe Office of Legal Services uses a hybrid telework model to provide all employees with an avenue to telework while ensuring business and operational needs are met. This is a statewide recruitment, and the position may be located in the following locations: Sacramento, San Francisco, Orange (Santa Ana), San Bernardino (Rancho Cucamonga), San Diego and Los Angeles.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.ATTORNEY IVSpecial RequirementsApplicants must have an active membership in the California State Bar.Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 8/5/2024.Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.Desirable QualificationsKnowledge of Title XIX of the Social Security Act; the state Medi-Cal program; and related programs and divisions of the DepartmentBackground and interest in health lawFamiliarity with legal ethics and conflicts of interest under the California Rules of Professional Conduct, State Bar Act, and selected California Rules of CourtExperience representing clients in litigation matters before administrative, state, and/or federal courts, including negotiation and mediation experienceIn-house counsel experienceSuperior research, analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsAbility to exercise a high degree of initiative, flexibility, tact and diplomacy, judgment and confidentialityExperience advising clients on sensitive political issuesAbility and commitment to work collaboratively and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with team members, clients and other staff at all levels, as well as stakeholdersAdvanced expertise in drafting, reviewing, and editing contracts, correspondence, legal opinions, state plan amendments, bulletins, regulations, legislation, and other legal documents clearly and logicallyA commitment to public serviceAbility to research and analyze program issues from a broad policy perspective; and complete work under set deadlinesBenefitsDHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:Continuous and ongoing trainingDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activitiesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurancePaid Holidays and vacation/leaveDefined retirement programSavings Plus Program (401(k), 457)Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employerMedical/Dependent Care Reimbursement AccountsContact InformationThe Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Hiring Unit Contact:Deborah Gold(916) 345-8983deborah.gold@dhcs.ca.govPlease direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

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