ATTORNEY III

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533514
Position #(s): 461-301-5795-017
Working Title: Attorney III - Hybrid Telework
Classification: ATTORNEY III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: United States
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel, the Deputy Chief Counsel, the Assistant Chief Counsel or Attorney Supervisor(s), the Attorney III provides senior-level legal support and counsel to the Director, Executive Staff, and the various program and operational divisions of the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) on complex and sensitive legal issues related to the administration of DSH facilities and operations.

Responsibilities

• Performs legal research and provides sound legal advice to DSH clients on broad and specialized areas of law affecting difficult or sensitive programs relating to Government & Hospital Operations.
• Responds to questions about mental health funding and fiscal controls.
• Advises on policy and best practices in subject areas such as employment, contracts, law enforcement, regulations, facilities projects, and conflicts of interest.
• Drafts and reviews contracts and provides assistance with contract negotiations, represents the Department in employment litigation before the State Personnel Board, California Department of Human Resources, Department of Industrial Relations and other administrative bodies.
• Consults on issues involving, but not limited to employee discipline and privacy, property rights, patient cost of care, regulations, legislation, landlord tenant issues, intellectual property, potential conflicts of interest, CalOSHA audits, risk management, data sharing, and departmental contracts, including registry and services contracts.
• Reviews and represent DSH in proceedings before and investigations conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and California Civil Rights Department on complaints filed with those entities.
• Drafts memoranda, provides legal advice and recommendations to DSH clients, responds to questions from DSH clients and stakeholders, prepares and presents training and education to DSH Legal staff and DSH program or hospital staff.
• Provides written and oral responses to inquiries from the Governor's Office, the Health and Human Services Agency, and State control departments.
• Interacts with DSH staff, county or state stakeholders, as well as opposing counsel, representatives who have a high level of expertise or specialization, judges.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the California Bar Association.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in legal practice, preferably in a governmental or healthcare setting.
• Experience in legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing legal advice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in employment law, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of California labor laws and regulations.
• Experience with risk management and conflict resolution.
• Experience with CalOSHA audits and data privacy.

Skills

Essential Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

The Department of State Hospitals offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Health insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.

Pay

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00

Schedule

Hybrid Telework

Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

This position may be located at one of the following DSH locations:

• Metropolitan State Hospital - Los Angeles County
• Royal Oaks State Hospital - Los Angeles County
• San Juan Capistrano State Hospital - Orange County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Jose State Hospital - Santa Clara County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County
• San Bernardino State Hospital - San Bernardino County
• San Luis Obispo State Hospital - San Luis Obispo County
• San Francisco State Hospital - San Francisco County
• San Diego State Hospital - San Diego County
• San Mateo State Hospital - San Mateo County