Appeals, Writs and Trials Section, Deputy Attorney General Supervisor

Job Description And Duties

Attorneys in the Criminal Division, Appeals, Writs, and Trials Section (AWT), uphold the Attorney General's constitutional responsibility to represent the People of California in criminal cases. Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General, the Chief Deputy Attorney General, and the Attorney General, the Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) in AWT directs and monitors the work of a team of Deputy Attorneys General (DAG), may directly supervise paralegals, and directs the work of support staff; evaluates the performance of DAGs and paralegals, provides training to DAGs and paralegals, handles general administrative matters, interviews and selects, or actively participates in the interview and selection process for DAGs and paralegals, and personally performs with the highest level of independent judgment the most difficult and complex legal work in criminal trials, federal and state habeas corpus matters, and other writs and appeals, including capital litigation.

SDAGs can be called upon to act as the lead attorney on a team assigned to the most difficult and complex cases, to appear before various federal and state courts and administrative bodies on the most difficult and sensitive cases, to appear in the highest levels of the appellate courts, to advise various legal jurisdictions, public officials and representatives of public agencies on legal issues, to conduct or supervise special investigations of the most sensitive or difficult nature, and to draft and analyze legislative measures and regulations. The work is challenging and requires an extensive knowledge of criminal law. Excellent research, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-517440

Position #(s): 420-211-5703-XXX

Working Title: Appeals, Writs and Trials Section, Deputy Attorney General Supervisor

Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR

Salary: $13,203.00 - $17,727.00 (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: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Week: Monday-Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Criminal Law, Appeals, Writs and Trials Section - Sacramento.
• The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a “Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary (Hiring Above Minimum Policy).

The Starting Salary For Each Classification Will Be:

• Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (8 years): $14,655

New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications.

• 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.
• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at
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• 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.

Benefits of working for the State of California

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!