ATTORNEY III

Job Description and Duties

This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Legal Affairs Division, the Attorney III provides a broad range of professional legal services to the Department of Consumer Affairs and the Department's boards and bureaus on complex and sensitive issues, and with broad discretion and independence, and a minimum of supervision.  The Attorney III must possess the ability to interact independently, professionally and courteously with all staff, including the Department’s boards and bureaus, while performing multiple tasks that often require stringent deadlines.  

Please refer to the duty statement for specific duties.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Special Requirements

Conflict of Interest: This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations.  The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Licensing requirement: Incumbent must maintain active membership in the California State Bar and be a member in good standing.

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:

Experience advising a public regulatory entity or other organization and developing subject matter expertise in a variety of complex subjects. 

• Experience providing legal advice to public bodies subject to state or local open meeting requirements.

• Experience drafting/reviewing rules, regulations, and/or proposed legislation. 

• Experience developing training materials and providing training in complex legal subjects. 

• Experience providing legal advice on administrative licensing/discipline matters.

• Experience drafting contracts, including memorandums of understanding, inter-agency agreements, or development agreements.

• Experience in litigation, including preparing briefs and making court appearances.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website.

Plenty of free parking, a comfortable work environment, and close to shopping, restaurants, and freeways.

Filing Instructions

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678).

Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Multiple positions may become available.

Electronic Submission:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as state on the job vacancy announcement.

U.S Postal Service Mail:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery:

Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Please note the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact View email address on calcareers.ca.gov. For all other questions, regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer unit at Show phone number. 

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.
• Other - A cover letter is required and must be included.