ATTORNEY III

State of California; California; Ibrido; USD 121.000 - 171.000; Tempo pieno

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Health benefits

401k program

Hybrid telework

Alternate Work Week Schedule

Descrizione del lavoro

State of California, Department of Housing & Community Development seeks an experienced Attorney III in Sacramento. This position provides legal counsel and transactional support for HCD programs, handling complex assignments such as loan closings and portfolio restructures, with collaboration across departments to ensure compliance and protect the Department’s interests.

The role is hybrid with telework eligibility, reporting to an HCD office at least four days per week.

Competenze

• Attorney III classification is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are desired.

Mansioni

• Provide legal counsel and transactional support for HCD programs.
• Independently manage complex assignments including loan closings, portfolio restructures, compliance resolution, and litigation support.
• Collaborate with program staff, executive leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and protect the Department’s interests.

Conoscenze

Legal analysis

Oral communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Descrizione del lavoro

Department of Housing & Community Development

JC-538208 -

JC-538208 - Attorney III ATTORNEY III

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00 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: 11/19/2026

This position is located in Sacramento. At HCD, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. If you’re interested in promoting safe, affordable, sustainable communities for all Californians, HCD is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community while working along passionate professionals.

Under the general direction of the Attorney Supervisor (AS), the Attorney III serves as an experienced attorney performing complex and sensitive legal work with broad discretion and minimal supervision. The Attorney III provides legal counsel and transactional support for HCD programs, including, but not limited to, the Portfolio Restructuring and Compliance (PRC) branch and the Asset Management and Compliance (AMC) unit. The Attorney III independently manages complex assignments, including loan closings, portfolio restructures, compliance resolution, and litigation support, and collaborates with program staff, executive leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and protect the Department’s interests.

This position requires reporting to an HCD office a minimum of four days per week. In limited cases, at the Department’s discretion, an employee may be approved to work in a remote-centered capacity on a temporary basis until appropriate office space becomes available. Under California Government Code Section 14200, telework-eligible employees must reside in California. The designated headquarters location will be based on the employee’s primary residence and may be updated if HCD criteria are met.

Limited Term appointment for 12 months, may be extended to 24 months, and may become permanent at a later date, pending Budget approval.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY III

ATTORNEY III $10,852.00 - $15,325.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

HCD helps to provide stable, safe homes affordable to veterans, seniors, young families, farm workers, tribes, people with disabilities, and individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Our Vision

Every California resident can live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity.

What We Do

HCD helps to provide stable, safe homes affordable to veterans, seniors, young families, farm workers, tribes, people with disabilities, and individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Our Vision Every California resident can live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity. What We Do HCD awards loans and grants to public and private housing developers, nonprofit agencies, cities, counties, state and federal partners. This funding supports the construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable rental and ownership homes, provides permanent supportive housing options as well as stable, safe shelter for those experiencing homelessness. HCD also develops housing policy, building codes, and regulates factory-built and manufactured homes as well as mobilehome parks.

Our Commitment to Diversity

HCD values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. HCD believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join HCD and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

HCD Disclosure Requirements

Selected candidates may be subject to rules imposed by a Conflict of Interest Code that apply to HCD employees, which may require filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700).

HCD conducts pre-employment background checks on all new to HCD or returning to HCD candidates. This position requires a background check to be conducted in California and cleared prior to being hired.

HCD utilizes the federal E-Verify system to verify employment authorization in the United States.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Desirable Qualifications

• Working knowledge of real estate and financial legal documents and related material.
• Experience in Real Estate or Real Property law, excluding eviction and unlawful detainer matters. Relevant experience may include work as a real estate broker, or with title insurance, easements, or preliminary title reports.
• State and Federal Law experience
• Broker or Title insurance, or Easement/Preliminary report Items
• Financing or Loan Experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging work environment requiring quick turnarounds to meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to use good judgment when analyzing data and situations, draw sound conclusions, and take effective action.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals in different professional roles and at different levels.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments with accuracy, to prioritize work, meet deadlines and to work effectively, independently, or in a team environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using e-document discovery software such as Westlaw, Lexis/Nexis, etc.

We offer competitive benefits and flexible opportunities:

• Excellent health, dental and vision benefits for employee/employee’s family
• 401k program
• Flexible Schedules
• Hybrid telework
• Alternate Work Week Schedule options
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Investment in your training and development

HCD’s Sacramento Headquarters’ building also offers:

• Convenient transportation options, including light-rail and pre-tax parking

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Medical Management Unit (RA Requests)

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service:

1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

No Statement of Qualification for this recruitment.

Additional Information

Click on the following link to complete a department recruitment survey: Recruitment Survey.

To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.