Licensing Section (DAG IV; will consider DAG III, DAG, or DAG V)

California Department of Justice; California; Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

11 paid holidays

Pension retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

California Department of Justice, Licensing Section, is seeking a Deputy Attorney General IV to handle complex administrative litigation for state licensing agencies. This permanent, full-time role offers a hybrid schedule with limited in-person days and travel for trials and hearings in California.

Qualified candidates must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar. Positions may be filled in Los Angeles or San Diego, with HAM salary considerations for

Qualifications

• All applicants must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar.
• Hybrid work arrangement with some in-office days and potential travel for trials, hearings, and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Handling all phases of complex administrative litigation before the Office of Administrative Hearings and California superior courts.
• Representing client agencies in multiple hearings each month and in civil judicial review proceedings.
• Appearing on behalf of client agencies at administrative, superior court, and appellate levels.
• Collaborating with deputies, paralegals, supervisors, and investigators to develop case strategy and evidence.
• Advising agencies on legal matters, settlement options, and strategy; providing training to agency staff.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The Licensing Section protects California consumers by representing over three dozen state licensing agencies in actions filed against licensed professionals. Matters include appeals from denials of licensure applications, prosecution of disciplinary actions against licensees, interim suspension and relief cases, license reinstatement cases, probation modification and termination cases, and injunctive proceedings against professional and vocational licensees and unlicensed individuals. The Licensing Section provides attorneys with opportunities to develop trial and oral advocacy skills, manage an independent caseload, and work with supportive, dedicated, and collaborative colleagues.

The Licensing Section protects California consumers by representing over three dozen state licensing agencies in actions filed against licensed professionals. Matters include appeals from denials of licensure applications, prosecution of disciplinary actions against licensees, interim suspension and relief cases, license reinstatement cases, probation modification and termination cases, and injunctive proceedings against professional and vocational licensees and unlicensed individuals. The Licensing Section provides attorneys with opportunities to develop trial and oral advocacy skills, manage an independent caseload, and work with supportive, dedicated, and collaborative colleagues.

Duties Include

• Handling all phases of complex, sensitive, and difficult administrative litigation matters generally before the Office of Administrative Hearings, most of which do not include significant discovery
• Preparing for and representing client agencies in several administrative hearings each month
• Handling civil judicial review proceedings in California superior courts that arise out of administrative litigation, including petitions for writ of administrative and ordinary mandate and interlocutory writs and appeals
• Appearing on behalf of client agencies at the administrative, superior court, and appellate levels
• Handling other complex civil matters, including subpoena enforcement and defense, and complaints filed against client agencies in state and federal courts
• Collaborating with other deputies, paralegals, supervisors, and clients to develop and implement case strategy
• Working with investigators to obtain and develop evidence
• Advising client agencies on legal matters, including settlement options, expert and/or consultant needs, and strategy
• Providing training to agency staff

All applicants must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar. This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the office, with a minimum of 1 to 2 required in-person days each month. Travel and in-person attendance may be required for trials, court appearances, witness interviews, depositions, and operationally as needed.

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

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-532759

Position #(s): 420-115-5705-XXX

Working Title: Licensing Section (DAG IV; will consider DAG III, DAG, or DAG V)

Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

$11,993.00 - $16,096.00

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

Shall Consider

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

$7,969.00 - $12,026.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

$12,659.00 - $16,883.00

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III

$10,852.00 - $15,325.00

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: United States

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Licensing Section and may be filled in Los Angeles or San Diego. Please notate in your cover letter which city you prefer.
• The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary ( Hiring Above Minimum Policy ).

Starting Salary For Each Classification Will Be

• Deputy Attorney General Range A (0-24 months): $8,846 and Range B (2-5 years): $9,956
• Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
• Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
• Deputy Attorney General V (lateral only): $14,051

New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications.

• DAG V considerations - lateral transfers only.
• For more information about the Department of Justice, please visit the Attorney General's website at http://www.oag.ca.gov.
• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Benefits of working for the State of California

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!