Attorney Supervisor

This position is located in the city of Sacramento .

The Department's Office of Legal Affairs and Regulations is seeking an Attorney Supervisor to join our team in downtown Sacramento. We are a high performing, collegial team working in collaboration with all Department programs to provide timely, thorough, balanced, and accurate counsel, information, and representation to model and empower bold decision-making to advance employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.

Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel, the Attorney Supervisor provides legal advice to Department management in a variety of subject areas and functions including: interpretation of Federal and State laws and regulations, State Civil Service laws, California Public Records Act, Information Practices Act, vocational rehabilitation, contracts, civil rights. This position also serves as part of the DOR management team and supports the Chief Counsel in coordinating and directing the work of legal staff.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.


This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.


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

Working Conditions


The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-519122


Position #(s):
813-047-5749-001

Working Title:
Attorney Supervisor


Classification:
ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR $11,867.00 - $16,900.00
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit


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


# of Positions:
Multiple


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity.


Join us in our Sacramento location within walking distance of the Golden 1 Center, Downtown Commons (DOCO), State Capitol Park, seasonal farmers markets, public transportation, and a large variety of shopping locations and eateries. Enjoy a great work environment with an onsite fitness center with showers and a locker room, indoor bicycle storage, large outside patio, and a spacious indoor breakroom with accessible vending machines. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with DOR!


DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve.


DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures.


Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values:


We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities.
We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation.
We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups.
We pursue excellence through continuous improvement.
We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.


VISION STATEMENT :


Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.


MISSION STATEMENT :


DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provides services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities.


People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Department Website:


Special Requirements
If mailing an application, include JC#519122 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.


Employment Application (STD.678):

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ):

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education and experience meet the evaluation criteria below. In addition, the SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

The SOQ must be typed, single spaced, 12-point font, and no more than three (3) pages in length. You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below.

• Describe your legal experience with matters related to programs, laws, and civil rights for people with disabilities.

• Describe the principles you use to advise your clients against and in favor of taking legal risks.

• Describe your experience in supervisory or leadership roles as an attorney. Please be specific about your role and responsibilities.

• Describe your experience working with community and advocacy groups representing historically marginalized communities, particularly any experience related to the disability community.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates 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: 5/31/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 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 Rehabilitation
Personnel
Attn: Personnel - Unit 047/JC#519122
721 Capitol Mall


Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Rehabilitation
Personnel
Personnel - Unit 047/JC#519122
721 Capitol Mall


Sacramento , CA 95814


08:00 AM - 05:00 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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  Please see Special Requirements for instructions.
  

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.


Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal Services
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)

For the latest information on the attractive benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR .


Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Hiring Unit Contact:
Daisy Hughes
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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:
Office of Civil Rights
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Examination Information


To obtain list eligibility for the Attorney Supervisor position(s), you must first take the online exam :

Equal Opportunity Employer
The 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.