ATTORNEY

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Legal Division is recruiting to fill one permanent full-time Attorney position in its Community Care Licensing (CCL) Enforcement Branch.

The position location is in Monterey Park. Attorney regularly appears before administrative tribunals throughout the state representing the interests of those being cared for in or residing in community care facilities such as foster homes, group homes, child care centers, family child care homes, residential facilities for the elderly, and adult residential facilities.

Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity.

Attorneys serve a critical role in enforcing the statutes and regulations of the Licensing Division and prosecuting cases that jeopardize the health and safety of children, the elderly, and dependent adults in community care facilities.

Attorney develops evidence, strategies, and tactics to litigate a wide range of cases that may involve license revocations, license application denials, and employee and licensee exclusion actions.

Attorney works with licensing clients, witnesses and victims, medical staff, qualified experts, investigators, criminal prosecutors, law enforcement personnel, and others in order to effectively prosecute complex and sophisticated cases including child maltreatment and elder abuse.

The Legal Division’s offices provide a dynamic and collegial environment in which its attorneys enjoy the satisfaction of public service and the rewards of conducting important work.

Its attorneys should be self-motivated, possess strong interpersonal communication skills, and demonstrate excellent analytical abilities.

Opportunities for advancement exist as Attorneys may compete for promotion to the Attorney III rank or seek management opportunities within the Legal Division.

Travel may be required for hearings and to meet with clients and / or witnesses as needed. The Attorney position is eligible for a regular remote-centered telework schedule.

Telework may be allowable based on operational needs for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely and / or whose duties are conducive to teleworking per the CDSS Telework Program Guidelines.

The incumbent will need to report to the Monterey Park office location when in the office.

The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care, and disability insurance, as well as paid leave.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. Applicants must be current members of the California State Bar.

Selected candidates will be subject to a criminal record background check clearance by the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Hiring is subject to state civil service Super SROA / Surplus policies and procedures.

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 : 10 / 18 / 2024

How To Apply : Complete Application Packages (including your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

EEO Contact : EEO Office (916) 657-2326 [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.

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