ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Caltrans; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 12,590 - 16,900; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in Los Angeles County is seeking an Attorney Supervisor to lead a group of attorneys in litigation and related legal activities. The role includes coordinating a statewide program, preparing legislation, and advising top management on legal policy.

The position requires CA Bar membership and extensive civil litigation experience, with demonstrated supervisory ability and a deep understanding of transportation law and state government processes. Final filing date: 8/9/2026.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of civil litigation laws, regulations, trends, practices, and the California Code of Civil Procedure.
• Knowledge of law relating to public transportation issues and related statutes.
• Understanding of the Department's mission and statutory environment for top-management support.
• Supervisory/management experience in a large legal office or equivalent setting.
• Broad experience defending and resolving civil and administrative cases across multiple courts and agencies.
• Ability to advise top management and formulate legal policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of attorneys in litigation and related activities.
• Coordinate statewide legal program and prepare legislation for the Department.
• Support top management with legal policy and strategic direction.

Skills

Civil litigation knowledge

Supervisory experience

Public transportation law

Legislation & policy formulation

Legal research & analysis

State government procedures

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-526814

Position #(s): 701-003-5749-XXX

Working Title: ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Classification: ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

$12,590.00 - $16,900.00 A

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

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Los Angeles County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney Supervisor is responsible for assisting with the supervision of a group of attorneys involved in a variety of litigation and other legal activities. The incumbent may also coordinate more complex and/or major specialized areas in the Legal Division and/or have statewide responsibility for the Department's legislative program. The Attorney Supervisor assists the Assistant Chief Counsel in coordinating the planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of a major legal section of a large legal office; supporting the Assistant Chief Counsel acting as a legal advisor to top management; preparing legislation and representing the Department before the Legislature; formulating legal policy.

PARF# 42-27-0034 / JC-526814

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Attorney Supervisor exam.

For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.

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

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA BAR membership License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hire.
• Statement of Qualification is requried.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ.

The SOQ no longer than three (3) pages is required and address the following: using the Duty Statement clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the qualifications for Attorney Supervisor.

• Proficient knowledge of civil litigation laws, regulations, trends, practices, and the California Code of Civil Procedure, California Evidence Code, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, California Government Code, and the California Insurance Code.
• Knowledge of law relating to public transportation issues. Federal Aid statutes relating to transportation; California law relating to acquisition, financing, administration, and risk management.
• Sufficient knowledge of the organization, mission and statutory environment of the Department in order to function effectively in a position that works closely with and supports top.
• Experience at a supervisory and/or management level in the Department or comparable agency or organization or law firm practice including knowledge of transportation, civil litigation, current management principles and practices, and demonstrated ability to plan, direct, coordinate and review the work of a program consisting of professional legal staff.
• Breadth and variety of experience as an attorney, Attorney Supervisor and/or contractor of attorneys, in the research and analysis of transportation and business-related issues, and in defending, pursuing and resolving civil and administrative cases in administrative forums, in the California Superior Courts, Appellate Courts, Supreme Court, Federal District Courts and Courts of Appeal, or the California state Legislature.
• Ability to act and/or support as legal advisor to top management, including the ability to formulate legal policy and to initiate and recommend strategic changes impacting the individual Departmental programs and the organization as a whole to meet competitive demands and corporate objectives and values.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Final Filing Date: 8/9/2026

Who May Apply

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 eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.