Legislation and Regulations Attorney

Job Description And Duties

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Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Office of Legal Services, Division of Legislation and Regulations, the incumbent is responsible for effectively performing the more sensitive and complex legal work of the DMHC, with emphasis on regulations, including regulations supporting the Office of Financial Review.

The incumbent will work with broad discretion and independence. The incumbent is expected to be an expert in providing the legal functions necessary to administer the statutes and regulations authorized by the Knox-Keene Health Care Service Plan Act of 1975 (Knox-Keene Act) and in interpreting the laws contained within the Act to ensure that the DMHC is in compliance with relevant California law.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule under Government Code 14200. Under the Department of Managed Health Care’s (DMHC) current hybrid telework policy, employees may be required to report in-person to the office two times per week and will be required to utilize a shared or hotel workspace.

Employees may also be required to report in person more frequently as determined by management, which may include working at a DMHC designated headquarters and / or offsite events or locations.

Employees must work from a location within California while employed at the DMHC.

Working Conditions

The DMHC utilizes a hybrid telework model to provide all employees with an avenue to telework while ensuring business and operational needs are met.

Remote-Centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location.

Remote-Centered employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, the DMHC's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).

Office-Centered employees are expected to maintain a dedicated workstation at a DMHC official worksite. Office-Centered employees are expected to work in a climate-controlled office or cubicle under artificial lighting.

Minimum Requirements

• ATTORNEY IV
• ATTORNEY III

Position Details

Job Code # : JC-448370

Position #(s) : 409-461-5780-018

Working Title : Legislation and Regulations Attorney

Classification : ATTORNEY IV

$11,644.00 - $15,627.00 A

$11,644.00 - $15,627.00 L

Shall Consider : ATTORNEY III

$10,536.00 - $14,879.00 A

$10,536.00 - $14,879.00 L

of Positions : 1

Work Location : Sacramento County

Telework : Hybrid

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of the California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) is to protect consumers’ health care rights and ensure a stable health care delivery system.

The DMHC accomplishes its mission by ensuring the health care system works for consumers. The Department protects the health care rights of more than 29.

7 million Californians by regulating health care service plans, assisting consumers through a consumer Help Center, educating consumers on their rights and responsibilities and preserving the financial stability of the managed health care system.

DMHC values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

DMHC believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

All applicants not currently employed by the DMHC will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Final Filing Date : 9 / 23 / 2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and / or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in managed care models
• Coursework and / or training in managed care models
• Experience in researching and applying health care laws, regulations and policies
• Coursework and / or training in health care law
• Experience in California administrative law consistent with the Administrative Procedures Act
• Experience analyzing, interpreting and implementing pending and newly enacted legislation
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects with short term deadlines
• Experience working as a licensed attorney in public and / or private sectors
• Proficient knowledge of the English language including spelling, grammar and organization

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 (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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