Closing Date: 25th April, 2024
Description:
Job Description and Duties:The False Claims Unit of the Corporate Fraud Section investigates and litigates violations of the False Claims Act (Government Code section 12650 et seq.)
False Claims cases often involve complex litigation in which large amounts are at stake.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting investigations;
- Litigating cases before state and federal trial courts;
- Preparing and responding to discovery requests and taking depositions;
- Preparing appellate briefs and arguing in appellate courts;
- Working cooperatively and effectively in teams of attorneys, auditors, analysts, and experts;
- Performing a variety of legal and other research;
- Drafting settlements and distribution plans;
- Working on joint investigations and actions with federal and local government attorneys and attorneys general in other states.
We value having a team diverse in viewpoints, and life experiences, because it enhances the quality of our legal work.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P7X675V
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions:
The False Claims Unit supports telecommuting. Telecommuting privileges may be revoked for operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. Call Jacqueline Dale (415) 510-3436 for additional information.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents
- Deputy Attorney General IV
- Deputy Attorney General
- Deputy Attorney General III
- Deputy Attorney General V
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Special Requirements:
- A fingerprint check will be required.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-422154), and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.
- Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at https://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams
- Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:
- Attorney exam – less than 5 years of experience: Attorney Examination
- DAG III exam– at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination
- DAG IV exam– at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination
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:
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:
- Knowledge of civil procedure and evidence, litigation skills, and ability to perform detailed research and writing;
- Interest and/or experience in investigations, including complex and/or technical investigations;
- Initiative and ability to work under significant time pressure when necessary;
- Experience in complex litigation and the management of discovery documents in an electronic database is also useful but not required.