Deputy Attorney General Iv

Position: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV
Job Description and Duties

The Tort and Condemnation Section of the California Attorney General's Office seeks experienced trial and appellate attorneys with excellent oral advocacy, analytical, and research skills to work as part of team of highly skilled and experienced attorneys defending and prosecuting complex and mass party litigation with an emphasis on eminent domain and inverse condemnation.

The Tort and Condemnation Section represents the state, its agencies, and employees in civil rights, tort, eminent domain and inverse condemnation litigation in both state and federal courts.

Deputies litigate and try difficult and sensitive cases including government tort liability, civil rights, personal injury, medical malpractice, dangerous condition of public property, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, mass flood, and fire actions.

Deputies are expected to work under time constraints, client and department guidelines, and to abide by ethical and professional standards. Deputies must possess excellent communication and writing skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word.

Some travel is required.

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

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on DOJ's current telework policy. While DOJ supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III

* DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-505144

Position #(s):

-XXX

Working Title:

Tort & Condemnation Section - Eminent Domain & Inverse Condemnation Deputy Attorney General IV (May consider DAG III, or DAG V)

Classification:

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

$11,993.00 - $16,096.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

$12,659.00 - $16,883.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Week:

Monday-Friday

Department Information

* These positions are located in the Division of Civil Law, Tort & Condemnation Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, or San Diego. Please clearly indicate your preferred city in the "Explanations" section of your State Application.

* 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.

* 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 III (5 years): $12,046

* Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313

* Deputy Attorney General V (Lateral): $14,051

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

* DAG V consideration - lateral transfers only.

* For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at

* If you would like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email

* 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 with holdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Special Requirements

* A fingerprint check will be required.

* May be required to travel to remote locations within the State, sometimes with little notice.

* Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at:

* Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-505144) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application.

* Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:

* DAG III exam- at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination

* DAG IV exam- at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar…