ATTORNEY

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Job Posting:
Attorney – Telework Hybrid
Department of Motor Vehicles
JC-503986
Attorney – Telework Hybrid
Salary: $7,506.00 - $12,026.00 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: 2/6/2026

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This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento. Under the supervision of an Assistant Chief Counsel, the incumbent performs legal work in multiple areas of the law, including but not limited to:

• Perform legal research and write legal memorandums
• Provide oral or written advice to departmental management and staff
• Respond to legal correspondence
• Analyze legislative proposals impacting the department and its programs
• Draft and adopt regulations with departmental management and staff
• Analyze and respond to requests under the California Public Records Act
• Review contracts and leases; review and respond to civil and criminal subpoenas
• Review departmental documents for legal sufficiency
• Represent the department in lawsuits handled by the Attorney General, serving as a liaison and assisting in pleadings, discovery, witness coordination, information gathering, and appearances at mediations, arbitrations, settlements and court appearances
• Represent the department in administrative cases before the Office of Administrative Hearings and State Personnel Board, or in bond interpleader or collection cases

Please note:

if an interview is scheduled, two professional writing samples will be required.

All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The salary range shown is for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

To be considered, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) and submit all required documents by the Final Filing Date. Employment history must be provided on STD. 678; attaching a resume alone is not sufficient. Failure to indicate required information may result in elimination from the recruitment process.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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Part-time telework available. Telework requires California residency. Hybrid telework opportunities are available but may change based on state and departmental needs. Employees may be required to report to the office as necessary. Works in an office setting with artificial lighting and temperature control. Primarily sedentary for extended periods; uses a computer and standard office equipment; participates in meetings.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-503986

Position #(s):

-035

Working Title:

Attorney – Telework Hybrid

Classification: ATTORNEY

Salary: $7,506.00 - $12,026.00

Number of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:
Monday through Friday

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a public service leader serving California with extensive licensing and motor vehicle-related operations. More information is available at

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL) required; provide CDL details on the application.
• Background Investigation clearance required prior to hire.
• Active California State Bar License required; provide a copy prior to hire.
• Selected candidate will participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.

Applicants must be eligible for appointment and may be required to demonstrate eligibility through testing. We cannot sponsor visas at this time. Online Cal Career application is preferred; hard copy submission is allowed as noted.…