Job Description and Duties

Remote-Centered

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.

Reporting to the Assistant Chief Counsel (ACC) and Chief of the Health Equity and Access Office (HEAO), the Attorney V works independently and in a team environment in HEAO. The Attorney V will apply an exceptional level of expertise as the Department's top expert in the field of health insurance and health policy. The Attorney V will be responsible for providing formal, informal, oral, and written legal advice to the Insurance Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and the ACC on a variety of issues pertaining to the implementation of federal and state health insurance law, and policy issues implicating health equity and access.

Engages in legal and policy work relating to health policy, statutes, 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, regulations, and policy across CDI. Provides advice and/or counsel to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, ACC, HEAO, the Legislative Office, Health Actuarial Office, and other divisions within CDI. Advises and/or represents the ACC, CDI, and the Insurance Commissioner in hearings, panels and meetings at both the state and national level, including with federal and state agencies, before the State Legislature, and the Governor's office concerning health insurance issues affecting the State of California. Leads a team of Attorneys and staff to draft, analyze, and implement the most complex and difficult health insurance legislation, regulations, reports and public policy matters. As a project leader exercises broad discretion on projects, regulations, and legislation concerning health insurance. Provides legal training and mentorship to other Attorneys, HEAO staff, and other units in CDI.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Attorney V 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.

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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 Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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)

• Telework may be available for this position

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY V

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-430790

Position #(s):

413-218-5781-001

Working Title:

Attorney V

Classification:

ATTORNEY V

$12,290.00 - $15,685.00 A

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Telework

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Insurance is looking for a highly motivated team player to join the

POLICY & LEGISLATION BRANCH

Health Equity & Access Office (HEAO)

Location: Oakland

(will consider Sacramento)

If you want to be part of a fast-paced collaborative team,

in a REMOTE-CENTERED environment,

we want to hear from you!

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

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.

TRAVEL - 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).

TELEWORK - Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants must reside in California. 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.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/22/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Insurance

Attn: Classifications & Consultation

Human Resources Management Division

300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Insurance

Classifications & Consultation

Human Resources Management Division

300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

• Resume is required and must be included.

• Statement of Qualifications -

All interested applicants are required to submit a completed Statement of Qualification (SOQ) with the application. See instructions below in the "Statement of Qualifications" section below.

• Other - All interested applicants ae required to submit a Writing Sample. See instructions below in the "Writing Sample" section below.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in policy, legislation, and legal matters supporting the regulation of health insurance, promotion of health access, and advocacy for health equity

• Successful track record in analyzing and problem-solving highly complex policy matters to recommend creative solutions to benefit consumers

• Demonstrated experience in advising executive management and elected officials

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and motivating teams

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities to diverse and varied audiences

• Exceptional ability to exercise sound judgment, confidence, tact, and discretion given sensitive policy discussions

Benefits

CDI offers many benefits including the following:

• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• On the Job Training

• Paid Holidays and leave

• Defined benefit retirement program

• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

• Commute Program

• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

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Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Classification & Consultation Unit

(916) 492-3300

cdijobinquiries@insurance.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

(916) 492-3024

Shannon.Flynn@insurance.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

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, work experience, skills and demonstrated experience as an attorney qualify you for the position. Address the following statements in your SOQ and include specific examples of your background, experience, education, and/or training in these areas. Reference the position duty statement and desirable qualifications to draft your response.

It should be typed in 11-point Arial font and no more than two pages in length. Resumes and cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ must address the following:

• Detail of your education, training, experience, and skills that qualify you for the position

• Detail of specific examples of work you have done as an attorney that prepared you for the position.

• Detail of specific examples of the type work you have done in the area of health insurance or health care law more broadly.

Writing Sample

Please provide a 5-10 legal writing sample. The "Writing Sample" should include a legal analysis, but it should not include privileged information.

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.