California Department of Social Services
ATTORNEY III
California Department of Social Services, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
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Position Details Job Code #: JC-490654 Position #(s): 800-310-5795-002 Working Title: Enforcement Attorney Classification: ATTORNEY III Pay range: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Number of positions:
1 Work Location:
Alameda County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department information
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Legal Division is recruiting to fill one permanent full-time Attorney III position in its Community Care Licensing (CCL) Enforcement Branch. The office location is Oakland. This position allows for telework at an alternative work location when not required to report to the office. Travel reimbursements are based on the office location. As an Attorney III, you will handle complex and sensitive legal work related to laws, regulations, and policies administered by the Department. This includes providing advice to the Community Care Licensing Division and applicable county clients, and regularly appearing before administrative tribunals representing the interests of those receiving care or residing in community care facilities or related programs. You will play a critical role in enforcing licensing statutes and prosecuting cases that affect the health and safety of vulnerable populations. You will develop evidence, strategies, and litigation tactics for a wide range of cases, including license revocations, denials, and employee/licensee exclusion actions. You will work with licensing clients, witnesses, medical staff, experts, investigators, prosecutors, and law enforcement to prosecute complex cases, including child maltreatment and elder abuse. You should possess expertise in evidentiary rules, hearsay, and trial-related theory, and be adept at facilitating settlements and stipulations as appropriate. Travel may be required for hearings and meetings. For more information about the opportunity, please complete our Recruitment Survey. If you need help applying, contact Recruiter@dss.ca.gov. Guidance on applying for a state job is available at Three Steps to a State Job. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates. Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements The position requires a Background Investigation prior to hire. Do not include confidential information in any documents submitted for this job vacancy. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account is redacted on submission. Interested applicants MUST submit the following materials: STD. 678 application and a SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ). The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the job description and should not exceed two pages. A resume and cover letter are optional and will not replace the SOQ. Fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by DOJ and FBI is required. This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code. You must complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). If you meet minimum qualifications with education, unofficial transcripts may be requested for verification. Official transcripts may be required at hire. Training and Development assignments may be considered based on availability and require approval. Travel may be required for interview processes for out-of-state residents who are eligible to apply. Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 9/16/2025. Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates are given priority; others may be considered if none apply. How to Apply: Submit your package electronically via CalCareers.ca.gov or by mail/hand delivery to the addresses provided in the posting. Include STD 678, SOQ, and any required documents. The package must be complete to be considered. Required Documents: State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678, SOQ, resume (optional), and other required documents per the job posting. If applying electronically, ensure all documents are attached to your CalCareer account. Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on any protected basis. Reasonable accommodations for interviews are available upon request. Seniorities and employment type
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function and industries
Job function: Legal Industries: Government Administration Note: The posting contains additional salary and location information for related roles in California; these are included for context but are not required for the core description of this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Details Job Code #: JC-490654 Position #(s): 800-310-5795-002 Working Title: Enforcement Attorney Classification: ATTORNEY III Pay range: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Number of positions:
1 Work Location:
Alameda County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department information
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Legal Division is recruiting to fill one permanent full-time Attorney III position in its Community Care Licensing (CCL) Enforcement Branch. The office location is Oakland. This position allows for telework at an alternative work location when not required to report to the office. Travel reimbursements are based on the office location. As an Attorney III, you will handle complex and sensitive legal work related to laws, regulations, and policies administered by the Department. This includes providing advice to the Community Care Licensing Division and applicable county clients, and regularly appearing before administrative tribunals representing the interests of those receiving care or residing in community care facilities or related programs. You will play a critical role in enforcing licensing statutes and prosecuting cases that affect the health and safety of vulnerable populations. You will develop evidence, strategies, and litigation tactics for a wide range of cases, including license revocations, denials, and employee/licensee exclusion actions. You will work with licensing clients, witnesses, medical staff, experts, investigators, prosecutors, and law enforcement to prosecute complex cases, including child maltreatment and elder abuse. You should possess expertise in evidentiary rules, hearsay, and trial-related theory, and be adept at facilitating settlements and stipulations as appropriate. Travel may be required for hearings and meetings. For more information about the opportunity, please complete our Recruitment Survey. If you need help applying, contact Recruiter@dss.ca.gov. Guidance on applying for a state job is available at Three Steps to a State Job. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates. Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements The position requires a Background Investigation prior to hire. Do not include confidential information in any documents submitted for this job vacancy. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account is redacted on submission. Interested applicants MUST submit the following materials: STD. 678 application and a SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ). The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the job description and should not exceed two pages. A resume and cover letter are optional and will not replace the SOQ. Fingerprinting and criminal record clearance by DOJ and FBI is required. This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code. You must complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). If you meet minimum qualifications with education, unofficial transcripts may be requested for verification. Official transcripts may be required at hire. Training and Development assignments may be considered based on availability and require approval. Travel may be required for interview processes for out-of-state residents who are eligible to apply. Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 9/16/2025. Who May Apply: Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus eligibility. SROA/Surplus candidates are given priority; others may be considered if none apply. How to Apply: Submit your package electronically via CalCareers.ca.gov or by mail/hand delivery to the addresses provided in the posting. Include STD 678, SOQ, and any required documents. The package must be complete to be considered. Required Documents: State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678, SOQ, resume (optional), and other required documents per the job posting. If applying electronically, ensure all documents are attached to your CalCareer account. Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on any protected basis. Reasonable accommodations for interviews are available upon request. Seniorities and employment type
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function and industries
Job function: Legal Industries: Government Administration Note: The posting contains additional salary and location information for related roles in California; these are included for context but are not required for the core description of this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr