Closing Date: 14th September, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under the general direction of the Director and Chief Deputy Director of the DMHC, independently and through subordinate staff, the incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and directing the statewide litigation activities of the DMHC's Enforcement Program. This includes statewide responsibility for the Division of Prosecution, the Division of Investigation, and the Division of Legal Administration. The incumbent attends meetings, providing enforcement-related information on the DMHC and statewide policy issues. The incumbent is responsible for policy development, strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of the operations within the Office of Enforcement.
The Deputy Director, Office of Enforcement, serves as principal advisor and litigator to the Director and Chief Deputy Director providing alternatives and recommendations regarding the enforcement program operations. The incumbent supervises attorneys, managers and support staff in the Office of Enforcement, and may personally perform the most difficult, complex and sensitive legal work of the DMHC in connection with the enforcement of the Knox-Keene Health Care Services Plan Act of 1975 (Act) administered by or affecting the department. The incumbent serves as a member of the DMHC's executive management team.
Filing Instructions
A Complete Application Package Consists Of:
- State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678 (when Not Applying Electronically), or The Electronic State Employment Application Through Your Applicant Account at Www.Jobs.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.
- Statement of Qualifications (soq) - No More than Two Pages, Single-Spaced.
- Resume Is Optional. It May Be Included, but Is Not Required and Does Not Take the Place of The Soq.
Please Let Us Know how You Heard About This Position by Taking a Brief Survey: Dmhc Recruitment Survey. (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B75M8M2)
Leave Program (plp) 2025 Agreement:
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (cal Hr) 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.
You Will Find Additional Information About the Job in The Duty Statement. (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B75M8M2)
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:
This Position Does Not Have a Classification Specification. Requirements and Qualifications for This Position Can Be Found in This Announcement. for Additional Questions, Please Contact the Hiring Department Listed Below.
C. E. A. (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=7500)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The Mission of The Department of Managed Health Care (dmhc) Is to 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 Consumers. the Department Protects the Health Care Rights of 30.2 Million Californians by Regulating Health Care Service Plans, Assisting Consumers Through a Consumer Help Center, Educating Consumers 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.
If You Are Interested in Learning About the Department of Managed Health Care (dmhc) Culture from The Perspective of Someone Like Yourself, Contact Our Someone Like Me (SomeoneLikeMe@DMHC.CA.GOV) Program (please Check Your Spam or Junk Folders for Our Email Replies). Within Five Business Days of Your Request to Participate in The Someone Like Me Program, You Will Be Matched with A Dmhc Employee with A Similar Background to Discuss the Dmhc's Culture. This Program Is Not Part Of, or In Any Way Affiliated with The Application or Hiring Process. Prospective Employees Must Complete the Application Process on Cal Careers (e.G., Submit Your Application Within the Specified Timeframes on The Job Posting) to Be Considered for Hire at The Dmhc. None of The Information You Provide Through the Someone Like Me Program Will Be Relayed to The Hiring Unit.
Department Website: Http://www.Dmhc.Ca.Gov
Special Requirements:
All Applicants Not Currently Employed by The Dmhc Will Be Subject to A Pre-Employment Background Investigation. the Investigation Will Consist of Fingerprinting and An Inquiry to The California Department of Justice to Disclose Criminal Records.
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 College Transcripts.
Unofficial Transcripts May Be Accepted During the Application Process; However, Submission of Official Transcripts May Be Required Prior to Appointment.
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: 9/14/2026
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Eligible to Be Appointed to This Career Executive Assignment (cea) by The State of California.
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:
C. E. A. (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=7500)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=530623)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33269612&name=HRApprovedOEDeputyDirectorDS.pdf)
Department Information:
The Mission of The Department of Managed Health Care (dmhc) Is to 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 Consumers. the Department Protects the Health Care Rights of 30.2 Million Californians by Regulating Health Care Service Plans, Assisting Consumers Through a Consumer Help Center, Educating Consumers 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.
If You Are Interested in Learning About the Department of Managed Health Care (dmhc) Culture from The Perspective of Someone Like Yourself, Contact Our Someone Like Me (SomeoneLikeMe@DMHC.CA.GOV) Program (please Check Your Spam or Junk Folders for Our Email Replies). Within Five Business Days of Your Request to Participate in The Someone Like Me Program, You Will Be Matched with A Dmhc Employee with A Similar Background to Discuss the Dmhc's Culture. This Program Is Not Part Of, or In Any Way Affiliated with The Application or Hiring Process. Prospective Employees Must Complete the Application Process on Cal Careers (e.G., Submit Your Application Within the Specified Timeframes on The Job Posting) to Be Considered for Hire at The Dmhc. None of The Information You Provide Through the Someone Like Me Program Will Be Relayed to The Hiring Unit.
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(n) Active Ca State Bar License. You Will Be Required to Provide a Copy of Your License 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 College Transcripts.
Unofficial Transcripts May Be Accepted During the Application Process; However, Submission of Official Transcripts May Be Required Prior to Appointment.
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: 9/14/2026
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Eligible to Be Appointed to This Career Executive Assignment (cea) by The State of California.
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 Managed Health Care
Dmhc Recruitment
Attn: Dmhc Recruitment
980 9th Street, Suite 500
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Dmhc Recruitment
Attn: Dmhc Recruitment
980 9th Street, Suite 500
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 Managed Health Care
Dmhc Exams
Dmhc Recruitment
980 9th Street, Suite 500
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Please Call the Dmhc Hr Office (916)322-8437 to Drop
Dmhc Exams
Dmhc Recruitment
980 9th Street, Suite 500
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Please Call the Dmhc Hr Office (916)322-8437 to Drop
