Attorney Supervisor

Salary: $12,590.00 - $16,900.00 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: 1/16/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Cal Career Account) or By Mail Drop‑off

Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney Supervisor assists with the supervision of a group of attorneys and professional staff involved in litigation and other legal activities. The incumbent may also coordinate more complex or major specialized areas in the Legal Division and/or have statewide responsibility for the Department’s legislative program. Key tasks include planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and reviewing the work of a major legal section, supporting the Assistant Chief Counsel as a legal advisor to top management, preparing legislation and representing the Department before the Legislature, and formulating legal policy.

• Supervise attorneys and professional staff within the Legal Division.
• Coordinate complex and/or major specialized legal areas.
• Assist in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and reviewing major legal work.
• Support the Assistant Chief Counsel as a legal advisor to top management.
• Prepare legislation and represent the Department before the Legislature.
• Formulate legal policy and recommend strategic changes.

• Proficient knowledge of civil litigation laws, regulations, trends, practices, and relevant codes (California Code of Civil Procedure, Evidence Code, Federal Rules, Government Code, Insurance Code, etc.).
• Knowledge of the Department’s mission and statutory environment.
• Experience at a supervisory and/or management level with a program of professional legal staff.
• Breadth and variety of experience as an attorney, Attorney Supervisor, and/or contractor of attorneys, including research, analysis, defense, pursuit, and resolution of civil and administrative cases in courts and legislative forums.
• Ability to act as legal advisor to top management and to formulate legal policy.

Applicants are required to take the CalHR examination for the classification, be on the eligibility list, and submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) no longer than two pages, typed, 12‑point Arial font. The SOQ must be numbered, follow the instructions, and include all required questions. Official, unofficial, or sealed transcripts will be accepted when needed for educational verification. Transcripts and degree equivalency reports for foreign credentials must be provided.

Individuals in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, List or LEAP eligibility, or those obtaining List eligibility. SROA and/or Surplus candidates are given priority. Candidates with other eligibility may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Training and Development assignment candidates may also be considered.

Complete application packages must be received or postmarked by the final filing date. Packages include the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application), relevant education and experience documentation, and the SOQ. Optional resume may be included. Submit electronically via Cal Career or by mail to:

Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS‑90 P O Box 168,036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036

Drop‑off location:
Department of Transportation, ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816 (closed weekends and holidays, 08:00‑05:00).

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request them at the time of contact.

Human Resources Contact: available to answer questions regarding the application process.
Hiring Unit Contact: available to answer questions regarding the position.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. The State prohibits discriminatory practices and encourages a drug‑free workplace.