ATTORNEY

$7,969.00 - $12,026.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 9/17/2026 Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote-centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Attorney to provide legal representation for CDI regarding administrative litigation matters referred to Legal Branch from other branches. If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you! Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the incumbent represents the Department at administrative hearings, conducts negotiations, drafts regulations and legislation, holds investigatory hearings, confers and corresponds with other departmental personnel and members of the public, as necessary, issues legal opinions and advises Department personnel on legal issues. In conjunction with the Attorney I, the Attorney assists on more complex cases or special assignments. The incumbent reviews and analyzes files and evidence received by Legal Branch from the referring part of CDI to determine whether the conduct violates the Insurance Code and warrants further investigation, litigation, other disposition and/or settlement. These matters include, but are not limited to, actions against: insurance applicants and licensees (of all types) pertaining to obtaining licenses or discipline, license denial or revocation; cease and desist orders against persons transacting insurance without a license; actions against insurers and others for violations of the Unfair Practices Act; actions against insurers for other violations of the Insurance Code (including matters pertaining to life insurance and health insurance). This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website ( ). You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Work in high-rise office building Occasional travel will be required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.). Travel may include overnight stay. Ability to sit for a long period of time while using a computer, reviewing documents, and attending virtual meetings. Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ATTORNEY ATTORNEY $7,969.00 - $10,473.00A $8,969.00 - $12,026.00B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world. Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters,and business entities. Enforcement Bureau III This position is available to be headquartered in Los Angeles, Oakland, or Sacramento. Desirable Qualifications Educational interest, academic classwork or paid or unpaid work experience regarding administrative hearings and or criminal or civil trials. Knowledge of the Administrative Procedures Act and the administrative hearing process. Knowledge of the California Insurance Code and relevant regulations. Functional knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) as well as Adobe. Remote work options Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance. Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program On the Job Training Recognition Program Paid Holidays and leave Defined benefit retirement program Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457) Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position. Flexible work hours Remote work options Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance. Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program On the Job Training Career Services Program Recognition Program Paid Holidays and leave Defined benefit retirement program Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457) Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position. Benefit information can be found on theCalHR website and theCalPERS website. Contact Information Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Classification & Consultation Unit View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io EEO Contact: EEO Officer View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr