ATTORNEY III

Job Posting: Attorney III - Hybrid Telework

Department of State Hospitals

JC-533521

• Attorney III - Hybrid Telework

ATTORNEY III

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00 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: 10/16/2026

Application Methods:

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Job Description and Duties

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 various program and operational divisions of the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) on complex and sensitive legal issues related to privacy, litigation, and document and data production.

Monitors litigation pending against the Department in which representation is being provided by the Office of the Attorney General. Assists the assigned Deputy Attorney General (DAG) in development of and review of draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses. Assists in the identification of relevant witnesses and documents. Assists in the preparation of witnesses for testimony and ensures records are properly redacted prior to production of documents. Provides education and awareness to DAG on hospital operations and data de-identification and privacy requirements. Participates in case evaluations, mediations and settlement conferences in litigated matters.

Advises on Department information, data and document production. Performs legal research, drafts memoranda, provides advice and recommendations, interfaces and advises on subpoenas, and Public Record Act and Information Practices Act requests. Assists with development of responses to requests for records submitted pursuant to the Public Records Act and the Information Practices Act, or via criminal, civil or administrative subpoenas. Ensures information and records are properly redacted prior to release.

Conducts research and legal analysis on privacy incidents and questions pertaining to DSH's privacy obligations pursuant to its status as a Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) covered entity. Researches questions and incidents pertaining to HIPAA, the privacy provisions of the Lanterman-Petris-Short Act; the Information Practices Act, the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act; the Statewide Health Information Policy Manual, the State Administrative Manual Chapter 5300, and related privacy policies and statutes. Interfaces and advises Human Resources and Risk Management regarding patient and employee privacy

Provide education and awareness to stakeholders, Department clients, and the public regarding the Department's data deidentification and privacy requirements as it relates to record production and data sharing.

Maintains updated knowledge on legal issues, case law, and legislative changes that impact DSH. Performs legal research, 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 about all of the above.

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, as well as opposing counsel, representatives who have a high level of expertise or specialization, judges, and other county or state stakeholders.

• 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.

Working Conditions

• This position reports to the Allenby Building in Sacramento County or Metropolitan State Hospital located in Norwalk and may be eligible and considered for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies, operational needs, and management approval. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.
• The State's Commute Programs provide bicycle, mass transit and vanpool incentives to eligible state employees. The State's mass transit incentive pays 100% of the transit pass up to the IRS maximum of $340 per month in 2026.
• Up to 25% travel may be required.
• DSH-Sacramento is located at an 11 floor high rise building.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-533521

Position #(s):

461-301-5795-015

Working Title:

Attorney III - Hybrid Telework

Classification:

ATTORNEY III

$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.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

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

• Metropolitan State Hospital - Los Angeles County
• Sacramento Headquarters (Allenby Building) - Sacramento County

The mission of the Department of State Hospitals is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings.

Department of State Hospitals - Sacramento

1215 O Street, MS 17

Sacramento, CA 95814

DSH-Sacramento is in a new modern, sustainable and innovative 11 story office building located at 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some of the amenities of the new building include the following:

• First-floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors available to the public
• Outdoor seating with pedestrian walkways
• Large, shared conference room on the first floor with a maximum capacity of 162 individuals
• An employee fitness center with a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with a kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms
• More conference rooms and collaborative working spaces available throughout the building - small, medium and large
• Shared Terrace space on the 10th floor with indoor/outdoor seating and views of the Capitol
• Mobile computer equipment, cloud-based technology and Wi-Fi for all staff

Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan LA

11401 South Bloomfield Avenue

Norwalk, CA 90650

Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan is in the vibrant community of Norwalk,15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
• While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.*

NOTE: If applying by mail, please do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification, resumes and/or Statements of Qualifications do not take the place of the STD 678. You must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e., list, transfer, SROA/Surplus, reinstatement, etc.), classification title, position number, and job control number in the Examination/Job Title section.

• Foreign Degrees or Transcripts - Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DSH accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:
• National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
• Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or
• https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies

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: 10/16/2026

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 State Hospitals

Carmen Shean

Attn: Carmen Shean

1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals

Carmen Shean

Carmen Shean

1215 O Street, MS-17

Sacramento, CA 95814

Application drop-off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.

08:30 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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see the Statement of Qualifications section at the bottom of this job advertisement for more details.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ, as requested (i.e. respond to questions asked), may be disqualified.

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:

• Expertise on the applicability of the following State and federal privacy laws to a large healthcare organization: the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); Lanterman-Petris-Short Act; Information Practices Act, Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA); the privacy provisions of the California Constitution, and the Public Records Act.
• Experience in handling or monitoring civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions and discovery responses, witness and deposition coordination and preparation, settlement negotiations, and appearing in court at hearings and trials.
• Knowledge and experience with handling and responding to subpoenas; Knowledge and experience in electronic discovery and document production, in criminal, civil and administrative matters, and pursuant to health care and other access laws.
• Experience or knowledge in mental health law, as well as regulations and legislation relating to mental health law.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence, civil and criminal procedure, and court procedures as well as demonstrated experience in interpreting and harmonizing competing statutes and regulations, including the ability to present orally and in written form, clear statements of fact, legal opinions, pleadings, rulings, regulations and proposed legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to work under significant pressure and short time frames, with diplomacy and sound judgment; ability to deal effectively with others including outside stakeholders in an antagonistic situation while attempting mutually beneficial solutions.
• Well-developed legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy skills for reviewing difficult, complex, and sensitive issues. Experience drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, letters, memos, and legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with colleagues, program staff and management, staff of other state and federal agencies, and client advocacy organizations, while working independently and in a team setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work in politically sensitive areas, under significant pressure and short time frames, with diplomacy and sound judgment, both independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to work independently and pro-actively.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and five (5), forty (40) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD), per fiscal year, excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.

Contact Information

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

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Carmen Shean

(916) 957-1202

SacClassificationandPay@dsh.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:

Office of Human Rights

(916) 573-2727

dsh.eeo@dsh.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.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

Prepare a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) which answers the questions below in a manner which describes your experience, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to the information contained in the position description, duty statement, and desirable qualifications sections of this recruitment. Answer each question separately. The SOQ will also serve as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing since this is a critical factor to successful job performance. The SOQ should be Arial, 12-point font, not to exceed three single-spaced pages. Applicants that do not submit a SOQ with their application packet will automatically be disqualified from consideration for this position. Cover letters, resumes, and applications will not take the place of this document.

• Describe your legal experience with civil, criminal or administrative proceedings. Please detail your involvement in the procedural and strategic aspects of those matters, including aspects of case management and making decisions based on risk analysis.
• Summarize your experience with document production in a legal setting related to the Public Records Act, court orders, discovery and/or subpoenas. Your response should identify any experience you have regarding litigating disputes over scope of produced records, redactions or deidentification, or assertion of privileges.

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.