Enforcement Attorney

Job Description and Duties The Office of Enforcement at the Department of Managed Health Care handles the litigation needs of the Department, representing the Department in actions to enforce the managed health care laws. The Office of Enforcement has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, motivated, committed litigator. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing sensitive and complex litigation work for the Department related to health care service plans pursuant to the Knox-Keene Health Care Service Plan Act of 1975, (Health and Safety Code section 1340, et seq.) and its implementing regulations (California Code of Regulations, title 28, division 1, chapter 1 (sections 1300.41-1300.826)).

The incumbent will be involved in prosecuting and defending civil and administrative cases and be able to independently perform professional legal work of average difficulty.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING (other duties may be assigned):
An Attorney for the Office of Enforcement at the Department of Managed Health Care performs a wide variety of legal work. Assignments typically consist of, but are not limited to, the ability to effectively conduct litigation, holding hearings, legal research; rendering legal advice and opinions to Department management; responding to difficult legal correspondence; and developing strategy and tactics in a variety of disputes or litigation. In addition, the Attorney I interprets and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities, providing advice or opinions to departmental management on legal issues arising out investigations, and appears in all courts of California.
The Attorney is responsible for effectively performing sensitive and difficult professional legal work by conducting negotiations preparing cases, opinions, briefs, and other legal documents such as memoranda and reports, preparing cases which may result in litigation before administrative law judges, and trial or appellate courts, assembling and evaluating evidence, and interviewing witnesses.
The Attorney is required to display superior work habits (e.g., organizational skills, accountability, and timely completion of assignments), work independently, and produce the highest quantity and quality of legal work. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule under Government Code 14200. Under the Department of Managed Health Care's (DMHC) current hybrid telework policy, employees may be required to report in-person to the office two times per week and will be required to utilize a shared or "hotel" workspace. Employees may also be required to report in person more frequently as determined by management, which may include working at a DMHC designated headquarters and/or offsite events or locations. Employees must work from a location within California while employed at the DMHC.
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Working Conditions The DMHC utilizes a hybrid telework model to provide all employees with an avenue to telework while ensuring business and operational needs are met.

Remote-Centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Remote-Centered employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, the DMHC's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).

Office-Centered employees are expected to maintain a dedicated workstation at a DMHC official worksite. Office-Centered employees are expected to work in a climate-controlled office or cubicle under artificial lighting.
Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your State application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthday, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you MUST submit a copy of your college transcripts. Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Demonstrated ability to successfully perform in-house counsel work including but not limited to preparing legal opinions, analyzing legislation, preparing and reviewing correspondence, and providing litigation. Understanding of the Administrative Branch of state government, its agencies and departments and the role of state and federal oversight agencies; Demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, program staff and management, staff of other state and federal agencies while working independently and as part of a team; Willing and able to understand the Department programs and policies in order to provide sound legal advice that is responsive to the organization's needs; Superior analytical and communication skills, both verbal and written, superior interpersonal skills, and tact; Superior research skills and work habits and the ability to complete work under deadlines; Willingness and ability to maintain a work environment free from discrimination or sexual harassment Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Additional Application Instructions To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current occupational experience in the duties performed section.


Electronic applications through your CalCareer account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail or drop off a hard copy of your application packet. Please notate  RPA: 23-005, 23-006, 23-017, 23-106, 23-267 and  Job Control: JC-431665  on your application.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate's ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification for  Attorney  is located at the top of this Job Announcement Posting under Minimum Requirements. Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DMHC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the  California Commission on Teacher Credentialing .

PLEASE NOTE:  If you are mailing your application, it must be postmarked by the final filing date. Hand delivered applications must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on the final filing date. Applications slipped under the door at the Human Resources Office will be time stamped the following business day.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Other - Candidates must submit a cover letter with their application package. Applications received without a cover letter will not be considered.