LEGAL ANALYST

Legal Analyst

CA Gambling Control Commission

$5,529.00 - $6,922.00 per Month

Job Posting: Legal Analyst

CA Gambling Control Commission

JC-536104 - Legal Analyst

$5,529.00 - $6,922.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/30/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Print Job Save Job

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Chief Counsel, this position will be responsible for the coordination of quasi-judicial hearings before the Commission and the organization of all Commission litigation information. This position is also the Commission's Public Records Act Coordinator and Custodian of Records. Please review the duty statement for more details.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Is qualified, has taken and passed the Legal Analyst Examination.
• Is motivated, thorough, and highly driven.
• Is efficient, organized and detail oriented.
• Is a great planner, takes initiative, and is forward-thinking.
• Is a great communicator, both in-person and in writing.
• Has experience working on a small team.
• Has experience in evidentiary hearings including interacting with parties.
• Has experience in reviewing, researching, and responding to Public Records Act requests.
• Has experience with or is eager to learn about the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act.
• Has the ability to follow, create, and edit policies and procedures.
• Has excellent attendance.

Exam Information

Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. To obtain list eligibility for the Legal Analyst position, you must first take the exam.

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

Working Conditions

This position is currently a hybrid telework position in accordance with the Commission's Telework policy. Headquarters is located in Sacramento. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The appointee is required to complete a Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control do not reflect these reductions. Merit Salary Adjustment (MSA ): Every 12 months, based on performance, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LEGAL ANALYST

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-536104

Position #(s): 293-200-5237-001

Working Title: Legal Analyst

Classification: LEGAL ANALYST $5,529.00 - $6,922.00 A

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Gambling Control Commission's (Commission) primary responsibility is to regulate gambling activities within the State. Employment with the Commission offers an opportunity to participate in a diverse and innovative organization with skilled and dedicated staff. The Commission is seeking qualified candidates to meet the challenges of this organization.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Commission is committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. The Commission is proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of the Department.

Our Mission: We are committed to protecting the public by ensuring integrity and justice in the controlled gambling industry through effective regulations and fair application of the law.

Our Vision: Enhance public trust in California's regulated gambling industry by prioritizing compliance, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence.

Location/Parking The Commission is located off of West El Camino Avenue in South Natomas in a business park. Parking is Free

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: 10/30/2026

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:

CA Gambling Control Commission N/A Attn: Alaina Lutz 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220 Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA Gambling Control Commission N/A Alaina Lutz 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220 Sacramento, CA 95833 09:00 AM - 03:30 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.

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:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities/projects
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent communication skills (verbal/written)
• Knowledge of the litigation process
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and database management
• Experience with Teams
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