What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATTORNEY IV position at California Department of Developmental Services?
Job Description and Duties
The Attorney IV, under the direction of the Chief Counsel, and Assistant Chief Counsels, using broad discretion and working independently, will serve as the Department of Developmental Services (Department) subject matter legal expert of the California Public Records Act (PRA).
Core responsibilities include review of complex PRA requests, analysis of applicable legal objections and exemptions to document requests, de-identification and legal review of data extractions prior to production of records, lead training to regional center and Department staff, the Executive team and other stakeholders, and analyzing statutory changes applicable to data and information disclosure. The Attorney IV will collaborate with the Department’s Information and Technology Division and other program staff regarding the foregoing duties. The Attorney IV will communicate with Executive team, the Health and Human Services Agency, and the Governor’s office (as necessary) regarding high-profile PRA matters. The Attorney IV will collaborate with the Office of the Attorney General and regional center counsel (as necessary) in defending the Department in lawsuits brought under the PRA.
The Attorney IV will also serve as lead or assist in complex issues facing the Department, including but not limited to, review of subpoenas and ensuring appropriate compliance, representing the Department in Superior Courts in conservatorship matters and matters before administrative bodies, reviewing and drafting opinions in administrative appellate reviews, handling transactional matters, and advising on admissions to Department facilities for competency treatment or acute crisis care.
The Attorney IV must possess an ability to interact independently, professionally, and courteously with departmental Executive team and multiple program managers while performing multiple tasks that often require stringent deadlines. The position may require moderate to occasional travel.
This position is eligible to participate in DDS’ hybrid telework schedule. Participation in telework is subject to DDS’ guidelines.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $139,728.00 - $187,524.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $139,728 - $187,524
