Senior Attorney, Data Privacy and Technology

Job Description and Duties

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Why join California Health and Human Services Agency Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI or OTSI)?

At CalHHS OTSI, your work directly improves the health and well-being of Californians. We exist to be the trusted partner to CalHHS and its 12 state departments to deliver high-impact IT and data solutions that strengthen health and human services programs statewide.

We bring leadership, expertise, and capacity together and work collaboratively with our partners to design, deliver, and support IT and data solutions that accelerate the delivery of health and human service program outcomes and service value. Our culture is grounded in accountability, respect, integrity, and collaboration, and we integrate those values in how we lead, how we work, and how we serve.

If you are interested in applying your knowledge, skills, and experience in supporting critical public services, influencing statewide health and human service outcomes, and working alongside leaders and professionals who take ownership of results – OTSI is where that happens!

About this Role:

OTSI is looking for an experienced attorney, with strong independent legal judgment and expertise in information technology related law, to provide legal counsel and support for difficult, complex, and sensitive Data Privacy and Information Technology (IT) related matters.

The Senior Attorney, Data Privacy and Technology, (Attorney IV)* serves as a legal expert, supporting the more complex, difficult and sensitive legal issues as they relate to data privacy, protection of health information, open government, public contracting law, state and federal government IT procurement law, and other emerging IT and Data areas that have a significant impact on OTSI operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to drafting and reviewing the more challenging and complex IT related agreements/contracts, preparing legal opinions, participating in high profile contract negotiations, and advising/providing consolation for OTSI executives, managers, and project teams.

The position also works collaboratively with internal and external partners such as other OTSI attorneys, staff, leadership, and other state entities to resolve the more complex, difficult and sensitive legal issues. This position represents OTSI before state and federal oversight entities, supports development of policies and legislation, assists with information security reviews, and responds to Public Records Act requests.

If you want to be part of a team of attorneys that values collaboration, innovation, leadership, accountability to deliver positive outcomes that ultimately improve services for Californians apply today!

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Working Conditions

Please see the Tele work Information section below for tele work and reporting location details .

Special Requirements

Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700): This position is responsible for the participating in, influencing, and/or the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests . As a result, this position is subject to the CalHHS Conflict of Interest Code. The selected candidate is required to file a Form 700 when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

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:

• Knowledge of data privacy laws, health information privacy, research compliance regulations and the laws governing the Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects.

• Demonstrated addressing cross-jurisdictional, cross-disciplinary challenges in tech and data transactions, privacy breaches, and compliance matters.

• Familiarity with open government laws and public records requirements.

• Demonstrated experience with IT procurement, government contracting, and/or technology law.

• Demonstrated experience advising private and/or public sector leaders on complex, difficult, and sensitive legal issues. 

• Demonstrated experience with complex research and legal research and analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp legal concepts in multiple or new or emerging areas of law.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

OTSI 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:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Ongoing professional development and engagement opportunities.
• Team engagement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free Parking!

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

Telework and Salary Information

Telework Information:  This position is currently eligible for telework opportunities. This position is currently eligible for one telework day per-week and is required to report in-person a minimum of four days per week. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the OTSI and is subject to operational needs.

Reporting Location:  Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The OTSI office location for this position is: 2870 Gateway Oaks, Sacramento,?CA?95833

Salary Information:  Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs employees for this position to receive a 3 percent temporary reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits per month. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for more information.

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 - Cover Letter – Include a cover letter of no more than one page in length describing your interest and why you are the best candidate for this position.