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California State Personnel Board

ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

Department of Health Care Access and Information

JC-511840

Assistant Chief Counsel
ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

$14,513.00 - $17,742.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 3/31/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

Drop-off

Job Description and Duties

The Assistant Chief Counsel (ACC) reports to the HCAI Chief Counsel. The ACC is the principal manager for the Legal Office, leading a team of attorneys and analysts in providing legal services for the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI). The ACC plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the work of the of the Legal Office attorneys, and is responsible for assessing workload and making assignments based on available resources and the needs of the department. Requiring minimal supervision from the Chief Counsel, the ACC independently works as a legal expert to provide client-centered legal and policy advice and assistance on all matters as required by the department, including statutory and regulatory issues, administrative hearings, and civil litigation.

The ACC should be familiar with HCAI’s mission, goals, organizational structure, and programs. The ACC must also demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to act in a professional manner in dealing with the public and department clients, provide quality customer service to all customers, and be able to deal tactfully, professionally, and confidentially with all internal and external customers and contacts.

In addition, the ACC must be:

Able to solve difficult personnel problems, research, understand, interpret, and articulate applicable employment laws, rules, and regulations, apply legal principles and precedents to particular facts; provide clear, concise, and effective written documentation and oral presentation.
Knowledgeable and have experience with the functions of the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and the State Personnel Board (SPB), and state human resources laws and regulations.
Knowledgeable and have experience with the principles and practices in public and business administration, including personnel management, employee supervision, development, and training, HCAI policies and procedures, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) objectives, and the Information Practices Act (IPA).

Desirable Qualifications

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

Experience acting in a Lead Attorney role, including supervising and/or mentoring other Attorneys.
Experience acting as a Subject Matter Expert or lead in a team addressing a complex legal issue.
Experience with health care law.
Experience with legal issues around facility construction, health workforce development, or health facility financing.
Experience with the statutory and regulatory requirements regarding proper handling of sensitive and confidential data.
Experience analyzing pending legislation.
Experience interpreting or drafting regulations.
Experience reviewing and analyzing contracts, including government or IT contracts.
Experience with progressive discipline actions.
Experience with litigation.
Experience with Administrative Hearings.

Working Conditions

HCAI offers a hybrid telework schedule with a combination of remote and in-office work schedules for CA residents only. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Telework schedules: The expectation is that all staff will work in office 4 days a week July 1, 2026.

HCAI does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-511840

Position #(s):

441-611-5871-XXX

Working Title:

Assistant Chief Counsel

Classification:

ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

$14,513.00 - $17,742.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information ensures healthcare access is provided to Californians where it is needed most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We can provide you with the tools to start, build, or transition your career while making an impact for all Californians.

Here at HCAI’s Legal Office, we are a team of attorneys, writers, and communicators providing invaluable legal advice, assistance, and education for the HCAI community. As HCAI’s primary legal advocate, our work makes a difference in anticipating and addressing risks. We are hiring for a highly motivated individual who shares HCAI’s mission and is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to the HCAI community.

HCAI demonstrates a commitment to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated, and comfortable as their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture providing equitable opportunities which empowers health care access and information serving diverse CA populations.

To learn more about HCAI, visit: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection.

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: 3/31/2026

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:

Department of Health Care Access and Information

Human Resources Office

Attn: Classification and Pay

2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016

Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Health Care Access and Information

Human Resources Office

Attn: Classification and Pay

2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016

Sacramento, CA 95833

Drop off at 8th Floor Receptionist

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ must be no more than two-pages in length using 12-pt., Arial-font, single-spaced. Applications received without a SOQ will not be considered.
1. Please explain why you want to join the HCAI Legal Office team, and how your background and experience will be an asset to the HCAI Legal Office.

To support fair hiring, applicants should prepare their application materials using their own knowledge, experience, and skills. Your responses should show your own qualifications and work history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools should only be used responsibly.

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.

Benefits

In addition to competitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, our employees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access to healthcare.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Salary and Benefits page on the CalHR website.

The Department of Health Care Access and Information’s Los Angeles Office is located in a state-of-the-art facility within the Wells Fargo Center in the Bunker Hill area of downtown Los Angeles. There is direct access to all major freeways, public transportation and shuttle service to nearby parking destinations. The building offers several amenities such as valet parking, electric vehicle charging stations, banking center, newsstand, car wash, shoe shine, dry cleaners and concierge services. The building is adjacent to restaurants, hotels, shopping, entertainment and cultural venues.

University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) employees may qualify to transfer their current and previous employment credit to State of California employment through CalPERS. Human Resources can help with this process upon employment or you can reach out to CalPERS for inquiries at (888) 225-7377.

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:
HCAI Recruitment
(916) 326-3260
HRRecruitment@hcai.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 Office
(916) 326-3261
eeo@hcai.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.

Additional Application Requirements

You must include: 1) the classification title you are applying for, 2) “JC-#511840”, and 3) your source of eligibility (i.e. List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, SROA/Surplus) in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application. Applications received without this information may be disqualified.

If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you MUST include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Example: if you are applying for a Staff Services Analyst position based on your Bachelor’s degree, you must attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts showing the conferred date of the degree you obtained. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. Applicants who fail to provide this information shall be disqualified.

Applications received via email or fax will not be accepted.

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.

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