ATTORNEY IV

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 workplace. 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. Position Details Job Code #: JC-522580 Position #: 810-412-5780-004 Working Title: Senior Contracts and Grants Attorney Classification: ATTORNEY IV Salary: $11,993.00 – $16,096.00 A # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Alameda County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Berkeley Regional Office The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA). The DTSC mission is to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, restore contaminated land, and promote safer consumer products. Job Description and Duties Join the mission‑driven team at DTSC as we safeguard California's health and environment. As part of CalEPA, DTSC regulates hazardous waste and oversees the safe handling, treatment, and disposal of toxic substances statewide. In this role, under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, you will serve as a lead subject‑matter expert on complex procurement, contracting, and grant administration. You will act as a strategic legal partner to program leadership, providing counsel from project planning through contract execution and management. You will navigate novel legal issues and provide consultative guidance to resolve intricate acquisition challenges, ensuring programmatic goals are met within the framework of state laws and policies. You will be a vital contributor to our mission of creating a healthier, safer California. As an Attorney IV you will have the opportunity to: Independently perform advanced legal work involving novel theories, emerging areas of law, legal specialization, and precedential significance within state contracting and procurement. Provide highly specialized legal support and advice to executive leadership, colleagues, and program staff regarding the most difficult and complex legal issues that arise in the context of procurement and contracting. Provide immediate, real‑time counsel to management and staff regarding contract‑related issues, including analyzing emerging issues during short‑notice meetings, troubleshooting time‑sensitive procurement risks, and delivering oral advice on contract interpretation. Serve as a subject‑matter expert providing advanced legal support and advice to executive leadership, colleagues, and program staff regarding the complex legal framework of grant development and administration. Work with the California Vulnerable Communities Initiative Programs on complex legal matters, ensuring statutory compliance and mitigating legal risk. Desirable Qualifications We Look For Experience advising on state or federal contracts and grant administration, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex procurement agreements. Experience acting in a lead capacity over other legal staff, including training, mentoring, and conducting substantive review of written work products. Experience advising on or advancing equity‑based initiatives such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Environmental Justice (EJ), and community outreach programs. Experience briefing and providing legal counsel to mid‑to‑high level decision makers (e.g., Executive Staff, Program Managers) on sensitive or complex legal matters. Experience managing responses to Public Records Act (PRA) requests, civil discovery demands, and other large‑scale document reviews and productions. Experience liaising with control agencies (e.g., DGS, CalHR), regulatory bodies, and internal compliance and risk management departments. Special Requirements The position requires a California State Bar license. Candidates must provide a copy of their license prior to being hired. #J-18808-Ljbffr