Job Description and DutiesAre you interested in joining a team of attorneys, paralegals, investigative auditors, and legal secretaries working on state and national complex civil litigation to combat fraud involving the State’s $144.8 billion Medicaid program (Medi-Cal)?
We currently work from home for the majority of the week, with each team spending one to two days per week in the office. Our cases are filed in federal courts all over the country, and in state courts throughout California.
If you are a motivated self-starter who enjoys working with others in a team environment, the California Department of Justice, Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) San Diego office is looking for you! A team is comprised of 4-5 attorneys, one paralegal, and one legal secretary. Our office is located in the Mission Valley area of San Diego, with easy freeway access, free ample covered parking - (with 6 pay - electric car charging stations) - and nearby trolley stops, eateries, and shopping.
The Legal Secretary provides administrative litigation support under the direction of a Supervising Deputy Attorney General within DMFEA, a Division in the Office of the Attorney General that focuses on a wide variety of whistleblower and other complex civil healthcare fraud cases, primarily pursuant to the California and Federal False Claims Acts.
As a valued member of our legal team, you would ensure all documents are prepared, proofread, filed, and served in accordance with legal requirements and deadlines; verify legal citations and quoted text; establish and maintain efficient filing systems for voluminous correspondence and pleadings in both paper and electronic form; compose letters and memoranda; process incoming mail; maintain a calendar of deadlines and court appearances; set up and close legal files; prepare subpoenas; schedule interviews, depositions, and other meetings; make travel arrangements; process travel reimbursement requests; assist with overflow work as requested; etc.
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Duty Statement .
Working ConditionsThis location offers
FREE parking, as well as discounted trolley and other public transportation, and many restaurants and shops within walking distance.
The Telework schedule for this position will require two days a week in the office for most weeks. At a later stage, this may be reduced to one day a week, consistent with seniority.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #: JC-441216
Position #(s): 423-655-1282-XXX
Working Title: Legal Secretary, Civil Section (San Diego) Classification: LEGAL SECRETARY
$4,120.00 - $5,159.00 A
$4,327.00 - $5,418.00 B
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: San Diego County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: Day
Work Week: Monday-Friday
Department Information - This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Civil Section, San Diego.
- The hiring unit has established the following cut-off dates for this job control: Every other Friday. Applications will be reviewed according to the date of submission. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period.
- Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. To access the Legal Secretary Examination and obtain list eligibility, please click HERE .
- Additional exams and information can be found at: https://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams .
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
- For more information about the Department of Justice, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.
Special Requirements • A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate JC-441216 and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) for Which you are Applying:” section located on the first page of your State Application.
• See the list of Required Application Package Documents below; incomplete application packages will not be considered.
Application InstructionsDates 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: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 Justice
Attn: Anthony Doss (JC-441216)
2329 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento , CA 95833
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
Anthony Doss (JC-441216)
2329 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento , CA 95833
08:30 AM - 04:00 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.
- Other - Applicants must submit a cover letter to their application package. Applicants who don't submit a cover letter, will not be considered for this position. If you have any issues uploading this document, please reach out to DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov for assistance. Any issues must be addressed before the final filing date.
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 QualificationsIn 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:
Knowledge of civil discovery and civil procedure, legal terms, and rules. Knowledge and experience in criminal case procedure and management is helpful, but not necessary. Above-average skill/experience working with programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, ProLaw, Outlook, HotDocs, and other Windows-based legal tools, as well as familiarity with the Bluebook and California Style Manual. Excellent English grammar and spelling skills. Ability to perform cite-checking; work independently or in a team environment; work cooperatively and tactfully with staff and management; demonstrate initiative and willingness to assume increased responsibility with staff and management; communicate effectively; use tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues; utilize excellent organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure; proficiently type, edit, store, retrieve, print, process, fax, and electronically send correspondence, court forms, legal documents, and pleadings (e.g., petitions, briefs, opinions, notices, motions) using office desktop technology tools and telecommunication devices. Professional demeanor and appearance. Possesses excellent work habits, such as good attendance, dependability, punctuality, accurate work product, and flexibility. Typing and proof reading tests will be administered, neither representing undue difficulty for a legal secretary in possession of the requisite skills and experience.
BenefitsBenefit Information - Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Anthony Doss
(916) 621-1796
DMFEA_Personnel@doj.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.
Additional Information on Application FilingPlease note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
Cover Letter RequirementApplicants must submit a cover letter to their application package. Applicants who don't submit a cover letter, will not be considered for this position. If you have any issues uploading this document, please reach out to DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov for assistance. Any issues must be addressed before the final filing date.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.
Closing Date/Time: Until Filled
