ATTORNEY IV

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Job Posting:
Attorney IV
Department of Fish and Wildlife
JC-505280
Attorney IV
ATTORNEY IV
$11,993.00 - $16,096.00 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: 2/20/2026

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Are you an employment/HR attorney with experience or interest in tort law who cares deeply about the future of science and nature in California? This position will be a member of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's (CDFW) highly collaborative and creative legal office comprised of natural resources, employment, contract, administrative, enforcement, and water law legal professionals. This Attorney IV will take on the challenging legal role as CDFW's primary lead on a variety of the most difficult, complex, and sensitive legal work involving human resources, labor, employment, and tort matters.

This attorney will work closely with CDFW management, including the highest-level staff in CDFW’s Administration Division and the Opportunity Office. The position will also collaborate on the most sensitive matters with appointees in the Department, Natural Resources Agency, and other parts of the Governor’s Administration. A more detailed description of the position's duties is set forth in the duty statement.

Link to Attorney IV Exam: Cal Careers

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected when necessary to complete assignments in a timely manner. Position may require the Incumbent to sit for long periods of time. Light lifting or reaching may be required, though reasonable accommodation may be provided upon request. This position will be located in Sacramento.

Some overnight travel may be required.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-505280

Position #(s): -014

Working Title: Attorney IV

Classification: ATTORNEY IV

Salary: $11,993.00 - $16,096.00 A

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

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend. California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

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• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

This position requires active membership in the California State Bar.

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 Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 2/20/2026

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Individuals who are…