Deputy Attorney General Iv

Position: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV
Job Description and Duties

At the California Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General, you will be a part of a diverse group of over 5,000 professionals whose primary mission is to deliver fairness and equality under the law, through a broad spectrum of programs and services.

The Business Litigation Section represents state agencies and officials in matters concerning the business of government and government regulation of business. We are recruiting litigators who want to work on a variety of complex and novel legal problems, handle their own cases from start to finish, and work in the public interest.

Our work includes:

* Defending constitutional and statutory challenges to state laws and regulations

* Defending decisions of state tax agencies and regulators of the fintech, insurance, and real estate industries

* Representing state agencies and officers in a wide range of public contracting and commercial disputes

Deputies are expected to:

* Research and draft cogent, persuasive, and concise trial court pleadings and appellate briefs and provide independent legal advice

* Litigate cases in California's state and federal courts, and bankruptcy courts nationally

* Adhere to the highest standards of public service, client service, professionalism, civility, and the ethical practice of law

We assign cases based on experience and skill and provide training and opportunities for professional advancement.

Currently, all deputies have the option of 100% telework or work in the office but must reside in California and must appear in person as operational need requires.

Internal as well as external candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-501852

Position #(s):

-XXX

Working Title:

Business Litigation Section (DAG IV; will consider DAG III, DAG or DAG V)

Classification:

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

$11,993.00 - $16,096.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

$7,969.00 - $12,026.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

$12,659.00 - $16,883.00

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Week:

Monday-Friday

Department Information

* This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Business Litigation Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego. Please clearly indicate in your cover letter which city you prefer.

* 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.

* The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary (Hiring Above Minimum Policy).

The starting salary for each classification will be:

* Deputy Attorney General Range A (0-24 months): $8,846 and Range B (2-5 years): $9,956

* Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046

* Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313

* Deputy Attorney General V (lateral): $14,051

New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications.

* DAG V consideration - lateral transfers only.

* If you would like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email

* For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at:

* Please visit our webpage:
Become a DOJ Deputy Attorney General | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General.

* Personal Leave Program:
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax with holdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Special Requirements

* A fingerprint check will be required.

* Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-501852) 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 STD 678 State Application.

* Must be able to travel, sometimes out of state.

* Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at:

* Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:

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