Attorney

California Department of Motor Vehicles provided pay range

This range is provided by California Department of Motor Vehicles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

Final Filing Date: 1/23/2026

Job Code #: JC-503986

Under the supervision of an Assistant Chief Counsel, we are seeking a skilled and motivated attorney to perform complex legal work across multiple areas of law in support of departmental operations and programs.

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Provide oral and written legal advice to departmental management and staff
• Analyze legislation, regulations, and policy proposals affecting departmental programs
• Draft, review, and implement regulations in collaboration with departmental staff
• Review contracts, leases, subpoenas, and departmental documents for legal sufficiency
• Analyze and respond to California Public Records Act (CPRA) requests
• Serve as liaison with the California Attorney General on litigation matters, including pleadings, discovery, and hearings
• Represent the department in administrative proceedings and select court matters, as needed

Note:
If selected for an interview, candidates will be required to submit two professional writing samples

• Strong ability to research, analyze, and apply legal principles, facts, and precedents
• Sound judgment and the ability to assess complex situations and adopt effective courses of action
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly present facts, law, and legal arguments
• Experience drafting legal opinions, pleadings, regulations, rulings, and legislation
• Ability to prepare professional correspondence explaining legal matters
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and maintain trust and confidence
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities