ATTORNEY IV

Job Description and Duties

Remote-Centered

Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs telework policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days.

Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

Under general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney IV works independently and in a team environment in the Health Equity and Access Office (HEAO) providing formal, informal, oral, and written legal advice to the Insurance Commissioner, Senior Deputy Commissioner / Legislative Director and Assistant Chief Counsel on a variety of issues pertaining to the implementation of federal and state health insurance law.

Engages in legal and policy work relating to health policy, legislation, and policy matters regarding the regulation of health insurance, health access, and health equity at the California Department of Insurance (CDI), and the implementation of such legislation, regulation, and policy across the Department.

Exercises broad discretion as a project leader with Attorneys and other staff in HEAO. Provides training and mentorship to other Attorneys, Staff Services Managers, and other units in the Department.

Provides advice and counsel to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner / Legislative Director, Assistant Chief Counsel, HEAO, the Legislative Office, Health Actuarial Office, the Health Policy Approval Bureau and other bureaus within the Department.

Advises and / or represents the Assistant Chief Counsel in meetings with stakeholders, outside Departments, and the federal government.

Advises regarding the Department's rights, duties, and authority pertaining to health reform activities, public policy, and current and pending legislation.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Attorney IV examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and / or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment.

Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.

Step 2 - submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests.

The appointee is required to complete a Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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Working Conditions

• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods
• Daily use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, camera for virtual meetings, office equipment, and telephone
• Lift, carry, or otherwise transport documents to meetings, conferences, and other public appearances
• Work in a high-rise office building with standard office environment (e.g. artificial lighting, controlled temperature)
• Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants must reside in California.
• Occasional travel may be required within and / or outside the State of California via private or public transportation (i.

e., automobile, airplane, bus, train etc.) Travel may include overnight stay(s).

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.

e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

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Information regarding salary ranges for State Civil Service employees, as well as the Civil Service Pay Scales, the official salaries for all state jobs.

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Review the specifics of represented state employee collective bargaining contracts.

Retirement

Learn more about the defined benefit plan that is offered to state employees through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) based on years of service, age and final compensation.

CalPERS also offers disability retirement, partial service retirement, and death benefits for eligible employees.

401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

Offers a voluntary benefit that allows you to contribute to both a 401(k) and a 457(b) plan to enhance your retirement benefit.

This allows you to contribute, through payroll deduction, up to twice the amount available to the private sector and most public sector employees.

You can contribute on both a pre-tax and an after-tax designated Roth basis that offers you the opportunity to take advantage of tax savings now and in the future.

California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - Specific Benefits Specific Benefits Additional Information

Cash In Lieu of Health and / or Dental Benefits (Cash Option)

Allows you to receive cash in lieu of state-sponsored health and / or dental benefits insurance if you have other qualifying medical and / or dental coverage through a spouse, domestic partner, parent or other source.

Common Carrier Travel and Accident Insurance for Excluded Employees Only

Offers employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance to managers, supervisors and other specified employees who travel on state business.

Commute Program

Voluntary benefits that subsidize commuting expenses for eligible employees who commute to and from work using public transportation, vanpools, or bicycles.

Consolidated Benefits (CoBen)

Provides a benefit allowance, rather than specific contribution amounts for health, dental and vision benefits. You may receive additional taxable income each month, depending on the total cost of the benefit plans you choose.

Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)

Continuation of health, dental, and vision insurance coverage as well as medical reimbursement account for employees and eligible dependents who involuntarily lose coverage.

Death Benefits

Benefits available to legal survivors and / or designees of state employees; see "Planning Ahead" handbook.

Planning Ahead Handbook Dental Benefits

Offers you and your dependents preventive, basic and major dental care coverage through one of several dental plans.

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid program offers free professional and confidential short-term counseling and referral services to employees and their eligible dependents, as well as valuable information on a variety of topics including financial, legal, and wellness.

866) EAP-4SOC

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Group Legal Services Insurance

Voluntary, employee-paid plan that provides comprehensive legal coverage designed to meet most common personal legal needs.

Available to eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Group Long-Term Disability Insurance For Excluded Employees Only

Voluntary, employee-paid plan that replaces a portion of the employee's income in the event the employee is unable to work for six months or longer due to a covered illness or injury.

Health Benefits

Offers you and your dependents a broad range of health insurance plans with the state paying a portion of the premium. CalPERS administers this coverage.

CalPERS Health and Wellness

Promotes a work environment that encourages healthy lifestyle choices, decreases the risk of illness and disease and enhances employee effectiveness and well-being.

Long-Term Care Program

Offers coverage through CalPERS for a chronic illness, frailty of old age, or a serious accident. Available to all California public employees, retirees, and their eligible family members.

Part-time, Seasonal, and Temporary Retirement Program

Offers a retirement savings program for part-time, seasonal and temporary employees who are not covered by CalPERS or Social Security.

Reimbursement Accounts

Allows you to set pre-taxed money aside in a reimbursement account to pay for certain kinds of medical and dependent care expenses.

You can increase your take home pay and decrease your taxable income.

Third-Party Pre-Tax Parking Reimbursement Account Program

Allows you to deduct a specific pre-tax amount for work-related parking fees from your pay. Available to employees who drive a personal vehicle to work or to a location from which the employee commutes to work and pays for parking.

Vision Benefits

Employer-paid benefit that offers you and your dependents an annual eye examination and an allowance for frames and lenses.

An enhanced vision plan is also available which provides higher allowances for certain materials and other benefits.