Appeals, Writs, and Trials Attorney - San Francisco

Deputies in the Appeals, Writs and Trials section of the Criminal Law Division handle all felony criminal appeals and related writs before the state courts of appeal and the California Supreme Court, including death penalty cases. Deputies also respond to habeas corpus litigation in the United States District Court and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Federal habeas litigation may involve discovery and evidentiary hearings. State and federal work routinely requires completion within narrow time frames. Deputies can expect frequent oral arguments in the First and Sixth Districts of the California Court of Appeal, located in San Francisco and San Jose, as well as occasional appearances in the California Supreme Court, United States District Courts in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and Sacramento, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. On occasion, the San Francisco office handles recusal trials in Bay Area counties and coastal counties as far north as Humboldt and Del Norte to San Benito and Monterey in the south. The San Francisco office offers the choice of primarily working remotely, subject to operational needs. 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

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #:

JC-523995

Position #(s):

420-213-5705-XXX

Working Title: Appeals, Writs, and Trials Attorney - San Francisco 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 # of Positions: 2 Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Week: Monday-Friday Department Information These positions are located in the Criminal Law Division, Appeals, Writs, and Trials Section- San Francisco. 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 MAXIMUM possible 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 New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications. For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at . If you'd like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . 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 withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR . Special Requirements A fingerprint check will be required. Deputies must be active members of the California State Bar. If you submit your application by mail, please contact the HR consultants to confirm it has been received. Clearly indicate the Job Control Code ( JC-523995 ) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title for Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application. Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the 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: DAG/Attorney exam - less than 5 years of experience: DAG/Attorney Examination DAG III exam- at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination DAG IV exam- at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination You do not have to take an exam before you apply for a job. However, you must complete and pass the exam to be eligible for hire. 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: 7/29/2026 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 Justice Courtney Contreras Attn: Courtney Contreras (JC-523995) 1300 I Street 720 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 Courtney Contreras Courtney Contreras (JC-523995) 1300 I Street 720 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. Statement of Qualifications - A personal statement, no longer than two pages in length, explaining 1) why the candidate is interested in the position and 2) why the candidate is qualified for the position. Cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Other - Writing sample consisting of a dispositive motion, pretrial motion or appellate brief preferably written in the prior year. The writing sample or excerpt of a brief or pleading should be no more than 25 pages in length. 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: An interest in and talent for detailed legal research and writing; experience with appellate or motions practice; strong oral advocacy skills; an ability to work efficiently under substantial time pressure; knowledge of criminal laws and procedures; trial advocacy experience; a willingness to travel as required on cases. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Human Resources Contact: Courtney Contreras View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Additional Application 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 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. If you are mailing your application, as a courtesy we ask that you contact the HR consultant listed to confirm your application has been received. This is not required, but highly encouraged so we can ensure the timely submission of your application. 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. California Correctional Health Care Services