Responsibilities include:Reviewing and negotiating contracts, procurements, and RFPsAdvising departments on legal and policy issues involving health care, public health, social services, homelessness systems, and government operationsProviding real‑time guidance on regulatory, compliance, and operational matters affecting hospitals, clinics, behavioral health programs, and public benefit systemsCounseling clients on risk, statutory interpretation, and administrative decision‑makingInterpreting federal, state, and local laws governing health care systems, human services programs, privacy, and public fundingAdvising on public records, open government, and government ethics requirementsDeveloping subject‑matter expertise in areas central to City governance and service deliveryAdvising on health care operations, compliance, HIPAA, and related privacy lawsAbout the Health and Human Services Team We serve as legal counsel to departments central to the City's safety net, including:Department of Public HealthHuman Services AgencyDepartment of Homelessness and Supportive HousingDepartment of Children, Youth, and Their FamiliesDepartment of Early ChildhoodAdditional departments and commissions dedicated to public health, safety, and wellbeingThe practice is collaborative and interdisciplinary, working closely with policy experts, clinicians, administrators, and elected officials to solve complex and evolving legal challenges. Desired qualifications include:Familiarity with healthcare regulatory frameworks (Medi‑Cal, CMS, HIPAA, fraud‑and‑abuse laws, licensing rules)Experience with solicitations, vendor selection, bid protests, and procurement complianceExperience with healthcare contracting, including managed care, data‑sharing, privacy/security, and clinical service agreementsAt least five years of legal experience, preferably in an advisory, healthcare, or public agency roleExperience advising on hospital or health system operations and regulatory complianceKnowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and related privacy laws (preferred)Strong writing, analysis, and problem‑solving skillsAbility to manage complex assignments independentlySound judgment and practical, solution‑oriented adviceCollaborative approach and commitment to inclusive teamwork.