Attorney (Hybrid)

State of California; Kansas; Remote; USD 99,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Defined retirement program

Savings Plus 401(k)/457

Medical/Dependant Care Reimbursement

Job summary

State of California, Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Office of Legal Services (OLS), Program Integrity and Compliance Branch (PICB) seeks an Attorney to join its administrative litigation team. You will handle a caseload, prepare witnesses, review evidence, and represent DHCS in OAHA and OAH hearings.

This role offers telework within California, with Sacramento office options. HAM salary applies and robust benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Experience representing clients in litigation before administrative, state, and/or federal courts.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents including regulations and notices.
• Ability to conduct legal research and writing under short deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload in administrative litigation under supervision.
• Prepare witnesses and review evidence (cost reports, audit reports, medical records).
• Represent DHCS in hearings before OAHA and OAH.
• Collaborate with the Attorney General’s Office on writ petitions and other actions.

Skills

Litigation experience

Health care law interest

Legal drafting

Written & oral communication

Legal research

Initiative & confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Why Join DHCS?

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on public service? Are you passionate about litigation and 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 Attorneys to join its administrative litigation professionals. 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.

Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney will have the opportunity to handle a caseload, prepare witnesses, review and assess evidence (including cost reports, audit reports, and medical records), and represent DHCS in hearings before the Office of Administrative Hearings and Appeals (OAHA) and the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH). PICB attorneys handle a wide range of litigation matters including hospital and nursing facility audits, provider appeals, substance use disorder license actions, and managed care appeals. PICB attorneys also work with the Attorney General’s Office in writ petitions and other state and federal court actions. You will have the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in California! (Working in the Sacramento office full or part-time is also an option.) Telework is subject to DHCS' Telework Program guidelines.

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies The Program Integrity and Compliance Branch, which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

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 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:

• Experience and/or interest representing clients in litigation matters before administrative, state, and/or federal courts,
• Background and/or interest in health care law
• Experience drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents including 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