Attorney IV

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Department Information California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians. Here at HCAI’s Legal Office, we are a team of attorneys, writers, and communicators providing invaluable legal advice, assistance, and education for the HCAI community. As HCAI’s primary legal advocate, our work makes a difference in anticipating and addressing risks. We are hiring for a highly motivated individual who shares HCAI’s mission and is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to the HCAI community. HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California. Department Website: Special Requirements This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection. Job Description And Duties Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel and Chief Counsel, the Attorney IV works as an adept legal counselor to provide client‑centered advice and assistance on a broad range of legal issues involving or affecting HCAI operations and programs. As part of a legal office team, the Attorney IV advises and represents HCAI in various forums, including public meetings, administrative proceedings, depositions, contract and settlement negotiations, interagency meetings, hearings, and other venues. The Attorney IV must have knowledge of the general legal provisions under which HCAI programs, boards and commissions operate, including an understanding of the Administrative Procedure Act, the Information Practices Act, the Bagley‑Keene Open Meeting Act, and the California Public Records Act. Essential knowledge and experience also includes contracting, conflict of interest, and personnel issues. Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2 % – 4.62 % in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025, visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Department of Health Care Access and Information