ATTORNEY IV

Salary: $11,993.00 – $16,096.00 per month. New to State candidates hired at minimum salary or alternate range. Hiring an Attorney IV ($13,313) or Attorney III ($12,046) with 5–6+ years experience. Hiring Above Minimum (HAM) 5% adjustment available for qualifying experience.

Application Methods:
1) Electronic via Cal Career Account (STD 678)
2) Mail or drop‑off (address provided below).

The Caltrans Sacramento Legal Office seeks a well‑qualified attorney with experience or strong interest in civil litigation to defend Caltrans in tort and employment cases. Trial experience is preferred but not required. Telework may be available; attorneys must appear in Sacramento for depositions, hearings and other statewide obligations.

• Attorney IV or Attorney III, as defined in the Classification Specification.
• California bar membership; copy of license required before hiring.
• Valid driver’s license (if operating a state vehicle).
• Eligibility to take the CalHR Attorney IV/Attorney III examination (must be on the state examination list).
• Minimum experience:
  
  5 years for Attorney III, 6+ years for Attorney IV.

• Represent Caltrans in civil litigation, including tort and employment cases.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare discovery.
• Advise Caltrans on legal matters related to operations.
• Participate in depositions, hearings and, when required, trial proceedings.

• Experience in civil litigation, with knowledge of discovery, trial procedure and practice in state and federal courts.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Full state compensation package including holidays, vacation, sick leave, health, dental, vision, and pension benefits.

Submit a complete application by the Final Filing Date, 1/29/2026. Applications can be submitted electronically through Cal Career or mailed/dropped off to the address listed below. Include the Job Control number (JC‑504675), PARF# 42‑6‑046 and position title on the STD 678 form.

Mailing Address: Department of Transportation, N/A, Attn:
Caltrans DHR Contact certification Services MS‑90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036

Drop‑off Address: Department of Transportation, Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit – ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816 (Closed weekends and holidays, 08:00‑05:00 PM).

All required documents, including State Examination application and any supporting evidence of qualifications, must be received by the Final Filing Date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. The State seeks a diverse workforce and values equity, inclusion, and a drug‑free workplace. All applicants are protected from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, race, and other protected categories.