Attorney II - Limited Term (JO#6531)

Judicial Council of California; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

14 paid holidays per year

Retirement plans including CalPERS

Flexible leave options

Job summary

A government judicial agency is seeking an Attorney II to assist with juvenile court practices and legal compliance in San Francisco. This full-time position requires a Juris Doctor and three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include site evaluations, providing legal guidance, and conducting legal research to improve court processes. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant post-bar legal experience as a practicing attorney.
• Current active membership with the State Bar of California.
• Experience as a Law Clerk may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform site visits to evaluate juvenile court practices.
• Provide legal guidance based on compliance with federal regulations.
• Conduct legal research to aid in changes to court standards.

Skills

Legal research

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Legal information databases

Job description

Overview

Attorney II (Limited Term) – JRTA (Judicial Resource and Technical Assistance) – Central for Families, Children & the Courts, Judicial Council of California. This is a temporary, full-time position, limited term up to 2.5 years, contingent on funds, no later than June 30, 2028.

Job opening #: 6531

Responsibilities

• For 9 counties, perform site visits as a JRTA liaison to analyze and evaluate local juvenile court practice and procedure, and prepare a memorandum with legal guidance to ensure compliance with federal regulations and state law.
• Review and analyze court files to determine compliance with federal and state juvenile law and best practices; assess title IV-E compliance and advise judicial officers to avoid fiscal penalties.
• Act as a liaison between CFCC and the court and county for 9 counties.
• Provide training and technical assistance on federal/state legal requirements, juvenile court practice, and county-specific needs; may include correspondence to answer questions or review and advise on revising local minute orders and report templates.
• Develop and update legal informational materials for the JRTA project (information sheets, county recommendations, case law summaries, charts with legally accurate findings).
• Provide legal guidance to the Family and Juvenile Law Advisory Committee by analyzing issues, drafting proposals, and preparing written reports and memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to aid in changes to rules, forms, and standards for family and juvenile cases.
• Perform special assignments, including legal research projects and development of tools and resources for local courts and CFCC staff.
• Write legal memoranda on current issues and create case summaries for JCART materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Juris Doctor and three (3) years of relevant post-bar legal experience as a practicing attorney. Experience as a Law Clerk to a federal or state judge after passing the state bar will be considered qualifying.

Licensing and Certifications

Current active membership with the State Bar of California prior to hire.

Other

Verification of employment eligibility to work in the United States will be required if selected.

How to Apply

This position is Open Until Filled and requires submission of the official application, a resume, and responses to supplemental questions. To ensure consideration for earliest interviews, apply by 5:00 P.M. on October 24, 2025.

To complete online application, go to job opening #6531 at https://courts.ca.gov/about/careers

The Judicial Council provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Request through Human Resources at [phone].

Salary, Benefits, and Work Arrangements

Please note the posted salary range is subject to a temporary 3% reduction due to statewide fiscal conditions. In exchange, judicial branch employees accrue up to 5 extra hours of paid personal leave per month through June 30, 2027.

• Health/Dental/Vision benefits
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave
• 1 personal holiday per year
• Up to $130 per month reimbursed for qualifying commuting costs
• CalPERS Retirement Plan; 401(k) and 457 plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• FlexElect Program
• Pretax Parking

The Judicial Council of California Is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

Supplemental Questions: to assess qualifications, please answer questions including date of admission to the State Bar of California and describe how related juvenile court experience supports interest in this position.

Employment details: Seniority level Mid-Senior level; Employment type Full-time; Job function: Research, Project Management, and Legal; Industries: Government Administration.

Location observations: San Francisco or Sacramento offices with hybrid arrangements; candidate should be able to work in person at least two days per week per office direction.