Job Description And Duties Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Office of Plan Monitoring, the Assistant Chief Counsel ("ACC") plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the work of professional legal staff engaged in sensitive and complex legal work for the DMHC related to regulation and enforcement pursuant to the Knox-Keene Health Care Service Plan Act of 1975. The ACC directs the investigatory functions of the Division of Plan Surveys and serves as legal advisor to the Deputy Director. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey: DMHC Recruitment Survey
Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement: Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions:
The DMHC has locations in Downtown Sacramento and Rancho Cordova. Both locations are located close to light-rail with various amenities. The incumbent will work in a climate-controlled cubicle and/or office environment with artificial lighting.
This position may be eligible for hybrid telework. The telework schedule is permitted at the operational needs of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with the State Telework Policy and the DMHC’s Telework Policy. All employees who telework are required to be California residents and maintain California residency in accordance with Government Code 14200.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code # JC-534383
Position #(s) 409-571-5871-002
Working Title Assistant Chief Counsel, Division of Plan Surveys
Classification ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL
$14,513.00 - $17,742.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions 1
Work Location Sacramento County
Telework Hybrid
Job Type Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The mission of the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) is to ensure health plan members have access to equitable, high-quality, timely, and affordable health care within a stable health care delivery system. The DMHC accomplishes its mission by ensuring the health care system works for members. The Department protects the health care rights of Californians by regulating health care service plans, assisting members through a member Help Center, educating members 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. Join DMHC and help us improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.dmhc.ca.gov
Special Requirements:
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
The position:
(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthday, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your high school transcripts or college/university transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.
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). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Benefits:
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information Human Resources Contact: DMHC Recruitment (916) 322-8437 recruitment@dmhc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Nathan Nau (916) 538-5830 nathan.nau@dmhc.ca.gov
DMHC Recruitment
Attn: Human Resources Office
1215 O Street, MS-08
Sacramento, CA 95814
DMHC Recruitment (Drop Off)
Department of Managed Health Care
1 FTB
Sacramento, CA 95827
Please call DMHC HR if you are dropping off an application (916) 322-8437
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
EEO Contact EEO Office (916) 738-3394 EEO@dmhc.ca.gov
California Relay Service 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications Instructions A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a mandatory requirement for this job. An SOQ is a narrative discussion describing how the candidate’s education, training, experience and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications for the position.
The SOQ should also document each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typewritten, use no less than 12 point font, and be no more than two pages in length.
The SOQ should answer the following questions:
To what extent does the candidate understand the mission of the DMHC?
What is the extent of the candidate’s experience, with regard to health care law, health care industry trends, and legislative and/or regulatory processes?
What, if any, experience does the candidate have serving as a subject matter expert, or as a mentor to less experienced attorneys?
Applicants that do not submit a SOQ with their application packet will automatically be disqualified from consideration for this position. Cover letters, resumes and applications will not take the place of the SOQ.
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.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. 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.