Medicaid Fraud Attorney – Civil Litigation (Deputy Attorney General IV)

Job Description and Duties The Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) investigates and prosecutes, both criminally and civilly, health care providers who defraud the Medi-Cal program, providers who abuse or neglect Medi-Cal beneficiaries, and those who abuse or neglect elderly and dependent adults in care facilities. As the legal subject matter expert on the Complaint Assessment Team (CAT) and under the direct supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General, the Deputy Attorney General (DAG) works closely within a multi-disciplinary team, to organize, review, and evaluate DMFEA’s most complex complaints involving fraud and abuse. CAT collectively evaluates complaint referrals to determine if further investigation by DMFEA is warranted, and if so, opens a matter for potential criminal or civil prosecution. The DAG shall provide expertise and guidance to the team relating to legal analysis, applicable laws related to fraud and abuse, including the California Penal and Evidence codes, criminal investigative and litigation strategy, federal performance standards, and the Division’s prosecution priorities. The DAG will maintain productive working relationships with local, state, and federal referral agencies, including law enforcement, the Department of Health Care Services, and the Department of Public Health as well as supervising personnel throughout DMFEA, including Special Agents-in Charge (SAC) and criminal and civil SDAGs. The CAT DAG will ensure that required formal and appropriate informal notifications are provided to referring entities at various points in the process and will coordinate with DMFEA Outreach to establish relationships with referral agencies throughout the state. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • A fingerprint check will be required. • Deputies must be active members of the California State Bar. • If you submit your application by mail, please contact the HR consultant to confirm it has been received. • Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-531496) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title for Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application. • Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. Process is described at: https://oag.ca.gov/careers/how-to-apply • Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations: • DAG III exam– at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination • DAG IV exam– at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination You do not have to take an exam before you apply for a job. However, you must complete and pass the exam to be eligible for hire. 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: • Excellent oral advocacy, legal research, and legal writing skills • Experience litigating complex cases, particularly fraud, throughout all stages, including jury trial • Knowledge of the healthcare industry, and the Medi-Cal program in particular • Knowledge of healthcare law and elder law, including applicable Penal and Health and Safety code sections • Mastery of the rules of criminal procedure and evidence • Experience working with law enforcement personnel, auditors, and medical experts • Positive attitude, appreciation of teamwork, and an excellent work ethic • Exemplary prosecutorial and professional ethics