Attorney (Hybrid)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 99,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), is seeking an Attorney I to join the Office of Legal Services and the Audits & Investigations Division. You will provide legal analysis on financial and compliance audits, synthesizing federal and state statutes, regulations, and policy guidance.

You will work closely with program partners to support DHCS program integrity goals, while handling your own caseload, exercising initiative, and maintaining confidentiality in a

Qualifications

• Must be an ATTORNEY.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents including memorandums, regulations and legal notices.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research and writing under short deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal analysis for A&I audits and investigations.
• Synthesize federal and state statutes, regulations and policy guidance for program integrity work.
• Support the Audits & Investigations Division to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Skills

Health care law

Program integrity

Legal drafting

Regulations

Written communication

Oral communication

Initiative

Confidentiality

Legal research

Job description

Why Join DHCS?

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on public service? Are you passionate or interested in learning more about program integrity and helping in the fight against fraud, waste and abuse? Are you eager for the opportunity to handle your own caseload while being part of a collaborative team? If so, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the place for you!

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 in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team,

About this Role:

DHCS, Office of Legal Services (OLS), Program Integrity and Compliance Branch (PICB) is seeking an Attorney to join its team. The Attorney 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. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to work that directly supports the health and well-being of millions of Californians, while simultaneously supporting DHCS program integrity efforts, specifically the Audits & Investigations Division. In particular, you will work closely with our program partners in our Audits and Investigations (A&I), which is the designated Program Integrity Unit for California’s Medicaid program – Medi-Cal. A&I's mission is to protect and enhance the integrity of the health programs administered by DHCS. This Attorney I role will support A&I by providing legal analysis on various questions which arise as A&I performs financial and compliance audits. The work requires strong analytical and writing skills synthesizing federal and state statutes, regulations and policy guidance.

The Attorney qualifies for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary. The starting salary for the classification will be: $8,846 (Range A) or $9,956 (Range B).

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact [e-mail], we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

DHCS 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 training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee 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 insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary

DHCS 2023-2027 Strategic Plan provides more information about our commitment to serving Californians and organizational excellence.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY

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:

• Background and/or interest in health care law
• Background and/or interest in program integrity – combatting fraud, waste and abuse
• Experience drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents including legal memorandums, State Plan Amendments, regulations and legal notices
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, flexibility and confidentiality
• Dependable, punctual, and excellent attendance
• Ability to conduct legal research and writing under short deadlines