Closing Date: 24th August, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Why Join DHCS?
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California's health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!
About This Role:
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Office of Legal Services (OLS), Fiscal, Financing, and Privacy Branch (FFPB) is seeking an Attorney IV to join the Fiscal and Rate Development Section. The Attorney IV position is crucial in reaching our mission of providing Californians with access to affordable, integrated, high-quality health care, including medical, dental, mental health, substance use treatment services and long-term care. Help us actualize our vision to preserve and improve the overall health and well-being of all Californians. The Attorney IV will have the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in California! Telework is subject to DHCS' Telework Program guidelines.
The Fiscal and Rate Development Section provides advice and counsel to support DHCS fiscal and financial administration and strategy, financing, and rate setting and provides critical support and guidance on complex legal issues relating to the financing of California's Medi-Cal program. See below for more information regarding FFPB's mission, services, and its professionals.
The Attorney IV is an expert in Medi-Cal, general government health law and is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys within the OLS, handling difficult and complex legal issues faced by the Department. The Attorney IV handles projects that have the most significant program, policy, fiscal, and political impact on the Department. The Attorney IV advises the Directorate in connection with significant or novel legal issues. All Attorney IVs in OLS could be assigned cases where they provide support to the Attorney General's Office on civil litigation matters. Additionally, Attorney IVs are expected to function independently and in politically sensitive situations and be able to complete their work within strict time requirements or on an expedited basis with minimal supervision.
The Attorney IV qualifies for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary. The starting salary for the classification will be $13,313.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact Recruit@dhcs.ca.gov, we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process!
This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code and filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32971965&name=OLSAttorneyIV5780-XXX(nonfill).pdf)
Working Conditions:
Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.
This position is a statewide recruitment, the incumbent will be headquartered in the county nearest their residence, including but not limited to the following counties: Sacramento, San Francisco, Orange (Santa Ana), San Bernardino (Rancho Cucamonga), San Diego and Los Angeles.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney IV (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5780)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.
DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.
Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.
The Office of Legal Service (OLS) provides comprehensive legal support and services to DHCS programs and its employees.
Special Requirements:
Simple Application Steps
If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:
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: 8/24/2026
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.
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:
Attorney IV (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5780)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=526777)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32971965&name=OLSAttorneyIV5780-XXX(nonfill).pdf)
Department Information:
DHCS' purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.
DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.
Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom.
The Office of Legal Service (OLS) provides comprehensive legal support and services to DHCS programs and its employees.
Special Requirements:
Simple Application Steps
If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:
- Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the Attorney (https://eservices.calhr.ca.gov/enterprisehrblazorpublic/Public/ClassSpec/ClassSpecDetail/5797) series. See the Minimum Requirements section above.
- Submit your application package with all required documents, which includes resume and cover letter - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
- Once you have applied, take the Attorney IV (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1581) Examination.
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: 8/24/2026
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.
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Health Care Services
Mailing
Attn: Certification Technician JC-526777
M.S. 1300
P.O. Box 997411
Sacramento, CA 95899-7411
Mailing
Attn: Certification Technician JC-526777
M.S. 1300
P.O. Box 997411
Sacramento, CA 95899-7411
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Health Care Services
Drop-Off
Certification Section JC-526777
1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501
Sacramento, CA 95814
Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Drop-Off
Certification Section JC-526777
1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501
Sacramento, CA 95814
Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:00 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:
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
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.
- Other - Cover Letter is required and must be included. Applicants who do not include the required Cover Letter may not be considered.
