Closing Date: 3rd November, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:The mission of the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) is to protect our most vulnerable citizens and help safeguard the state's Medi-Cal program. DMFEA prosecutes healthcare providers who defraud the Medi-Cal program and those who abuse or neglect elderly and dependent adults residing in long-term care facilities.
The DMFEA Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) is a working supervisor within the Criminal Prosecutions Section who organizes, monitors, collaborates with, and directs a team of attorneys, paralegals, and others in the criminal investigation and prosecution of Medi-Cal fraud and abuse or neglect of elders and dependent adults. The SDAG's duties include:
- Overseeing the legal work of Deputy Attorneys General (DAG), including litigation strategy, filing decisions, plea bargaining, written work product, and other case-related work;
- overseeing the duties and work of legal support staff, including legal secretaries and legal analysts;
- personally performing the most difficult, complex, and sensitive legal work, including appearing before state and federal courts;
- facilitating and personally handling interactions with the Division's investigative supervisors and staff;
- engaging with public stakeholders and state, federal, and local agency partners on behalf of DMFEA;
- assessing legislative measures and other policy proposals in the Division's subject areas;
- handling general administrative tasks;
- participating in the selection process for staff;
- providing training for legal and investigative staff; and
- evaluating and responding as appropriate to the performance of supervised staff.
Within the Division's multi-disciplinary vertical prosecution teams, the SDAG is responsible for facilitating effective communication and collaboration between legal, investigative, and law enforcement staff, which includes participating in regular case review meetings and actively liaising with supervisorial and management staffs who oversee investigative and administrative personnel.
This position is pending OHR Approval.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33837565&name=CRIMSDAG.pdf)
Working Conditions:
This is a hybrid position under current DOJ telework policy, that is subject to modification. The position provides the opportunity to work remotely or in-office most days, but at least one day per week (or more) of in-office attendance is required. Travel and additional in-person attendance is required for court appearances, meetings or other operational needs.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5703)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
Special Requirements:
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: 11/3/2026
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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:
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5703)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=535748)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33837565&name=CRIMSDAG.pdf)
Department Information:
- This Position Is Located in The Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Criminal Prosecutions Section in Orange.
- The Deputy Attorney General Classifications Qualify for A “hire Above Minimum" (ham) Salary (hiring Above Minimum Policy). (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33837565&name=CRIMSDAG.pdf)
- The Starting Salary for Each Classification Will Be:
- Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (8 Years): $14,655
- New to State Candidates in The Dag Series Will Be Hired at The Starting Ham Salary of The Classifications.
- Please Disregard the Sroa/surplus Language Below, as The Department of Justice Requires Applicants to Submit Their Sroa/surplus Letter if That Is the Basis of Their Eligibility.
- For More Information About the Department Please Visit the Attorney General's Website at Www.Oag.Ca.Gov.
- If You'd Like to Speak with A Recruiter Prior to Submitting Your Application, Please Email Recruiters@doj.Ca.Gov.
Special Requirements:
- A Fingerprint Check Will Be Required.
- Clearly Indicate the Job Control (jc-535748) 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 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.
- The Deputy Attorney General Supervisor Exam May Be Found On-Line at Http://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/exams.
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: 11/3/2026
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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 Justice
Courtney Contreras
Attn: Courtney Contreras (jc-535748)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Courtney Contreras
Attn: Courtney Contreras (jc-535748)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, Ca 95814
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 Justice
Courtney Contreras
Courtney Contreras (jc-535748)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
Courtney Contreras
Courtney Contreras (jc-535748)
1300 I Street 720
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:
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:
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.Cal Careers.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.
- Other - Writing Sample Consisting of A Dispositive Motion, Pretrial Motion or Appellate Brief Preferably Written in The Prior Year.
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:
- Applicants Should Be Experienced Trial Lawyers Who Can Work Both Independently and As the Leader in The Investigation and Prosecution of Criminal Cases Involving Medi-Cal Provider Fraud and Abuse or Neglect of Elder and Dependent Adults. Applicants Should Possess and Exhibit:
- Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills and A Strong Knowledge of State and Federal Criminal Law (ideally Including the Laws Applicable to Medi-Cal Fraud and To Abuse and Neglect of Elders and Dependent Adults), Criminal Procedure, and Rules of Evidence;
- Exceptional Judgment, Discretion, Integrity, and Initiative;
- Exceptional Tact in Interacting with Others, Including Excellent Listening Skills, Patience, Self-Composure, and The Ability to Interact Effecti
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