Seasonal Clerk

Now is your opportunity to join our dynamic and versatile team in the State's largest and most significant law firm in California. The California Attorney General's Office is looking for a motivated individual who is interested in gaining knowledge, building experience and growing within the department by assisting the legal support and docketing unit with administrative office procedures.

Under the supervision of a Legal Support Supervisor or Business Services Officer I, the Seasonal Clerk will provide light clerical and administrative assistance to members of the Docketing Unit, Business Services, Legal Support management, and/or regal secretarial teams. The Seasonal Clerk support to the Docketing Unit includes the use of multi-function equipment, case management system and other software applications to scan and convert paper documents to electronic format; open/close and setup electronic files; assemble/organize contents of case files; box and label files for shipping; request case files from the Department's offsite storage locations; prepare records transfer lists; file miscellaneous documents; pickup/deliver mail and legal case files to appropriate section, and assist with other clerical functions.

The Seasonal Clerk may provide coverage in the Executive Unit, various Business Services units, Legal Support management, and secretarial teams, as needed performing various tasks. May copy/scan documents; deliver supplies; coordinate building maintenance requests; maintain photo copier and maintenance reports; escort vendors; gather data and assemble report; health and safety matters; organizational projects; special projects; assembly of documents; schedule appointments; meetings; conference calls; prepare travel expense claims; create indexes of case files by reviewing exhibits and pleadings; and other administrative or clerical functions as needed.


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

Working Conditions


If you are looking at gaining experience and knowledge of how a law office works, and you want to feel part of a team that advocates for Californians, this opportunity may be for you! This position requires working in the office Monday through Friday, with no option for telework.


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

• SEASONAL CLERK

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-533422


Position #(s):
420-035-1120-901

Working Title:
Seasonal Clerk


Classification:
SEASONAL CLERK $3,167.00 - $3,570.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
4


Work Location:
Los Angeles County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent


Work Shift:
Monday - Friday


Work Week:
8:00am - 5:00pm


Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Administrative Services, Office of Legal Support Services, Legal Support Operations in the Los Angeles Office.
• This position will be filled as a Temporary Appointment Authorization (TAU), intermittent appointments.
  
• Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Please visit the Attorney General's website for more information at .

Special Requirements • Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving state public assistance under the CalWORKS program. Applicants who receive state public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKS recipient in the comment area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKS eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of their last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKS program)


• Fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-533422) and the title of this position in the "Examination of Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education duties. All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.


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: 10/29/2026
Who May Apply
This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs. 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 Justice
DAS-Danielle Littleton
Attn:
Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, Suite 820
Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Department of Justice
DAS-Danielle Littleton


Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, Suite 820
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 required and must be included.
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.
  
  
  Important Information:
  Applicants are prohibited from using artificial intelligence software (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude AI) in the creation of the Cover Letters.
  

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 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:


Excellent work habits, such as good attendance, dependability, punctuality, accurateness of work product and flexibility. Able to effectively and efficiently carry out assigned tasks independently or with moderate supervision, exercise good judgment and have strong communications skills, as well as the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and the public; demonstrate initiative and willingness to assume responsibility for identifying and resolving issues within span of authority; work well under pressure and meet short deadlines; and willingness to assume special projects. Efficiency in Adobe, Word, Excel, and Outlook are desirable.


Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.



Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Danielle Littleton
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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:
EEO Officer
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Additional Job-Related Information
• Completion of a Civil Service Exam is not required to apply for this job.
• Applicants must be able to read and write English and do simple arithmetic computations.


Additional Filing Information
Please 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 state 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.



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.