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

Job Description and Duties Are you interested in fighting Medicaid fraud committed by hospitals, pharmaceuticals, pharmacies, nursing facilities, medical equipment providers, and other healthcare providers and recovering millions of taxpayers’ dollars? The Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA), the Department of Justice’s fastest growing Division, is seeking a Deputy Attorney General (DAG) in its Civil Section. The DAG investigates and litigates matters in state and federal courts nationwide involving fraud committed by medical providers at the expense of California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, including violations of the state False Claims Act (FCA). Duties include: • independently develop strategic case plans; • litigate state FCA violations and other violations of California's Medi-Cal program; • manage and shepherd investigations; • handle informal and formal document-intensive and data-driven discovery; • identify, interview, and evaluate witnesses; • perform legal research in the areas of health care fraud and False Claims Act law; • guide paralegals and investigative auditors; • analyze claims data and develop damage models; • communicate effectively orally and in writing; and • coordinate enforcement efforts with multidisciplinary teams involving personnel from other state agencies, states' Attorneys General's offices, U.S. Attorney's Offices, and other federal offices in joint investigations and actions. Experience in and/or knowledge of the Medi-Cal Program, the health care and pharmaceutical industries, health care fraud, managed care, and FCA litigation is helpful but not required. A successful applicant will have a demonstrated ability to perform assignments consisting of the more complex and sensitive legal work of the Office of the Attorney General. While the DAG will handle their own caseload, they will be a member of a small team of attorneys, paralegals and secretaries and would interact with their team regularly, and may act as the lead attorney in certain matters. Unless case work, operational needs, or other circumstances require, the current work posture involves 1-2 set days per week in the office, with the remaining 3-4 days done via telework. 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 consultants to confirm it has been received. • Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-535668) 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. The 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: Complex civil plaintiff or defense trial experience is helpful but not required; demonstrated ability and experience in developing case plans, managing caseloads, and coordinating investigative activities, including civil case preparation and witness management. Experience in health care law, false claims act (federal or state) experience, knowledge of the health care industry and the Medi-Cal program would be helpful. Demonstrated success as a team player who works well with others. Proven self-starter and possesses an excellent work ethic. Highly positive attitude; exercises a strong sense of professionalism; and is able to work independently and diligently.