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Do you love litigation and want more trial experience? Are you committed to serving the people of the State of California? Are you interested in a diverse and often high profile civil litigation practice?
As part of our team in the Tort and Condemnation Section of the California Attorney General's Office, you will handle a variety of cases involving government tort liability, including civil rights, personal injury, premises liability, excessive force, medical malpractice, due process, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and mass torts arising out of floods and fires. Our section seeks motivated attorneys with 5-7 years of experience - or more - to develop and hone their litigation and trial skills.
Tort and Condemnation Section Deputy duties include:

• Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
• First- and second-chairing jury trials
• Appearing in state and federal court at all levels
• Handling an extensive variety of tort matters that are often high profile and involve issues of first impression
• Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
• Communicating and coordinating directly with clients about case status and strategy
• Working collaboratively with team members
• Representing the Attorney General's Office with the highest ethical and professional standards

All applicants must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar. Deputies may telework or work in-office at their option but are required to attend regularly scheduled in-person meetings at their local office. 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 .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III
• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV
• DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528913
Position #(s):
420-180-5706-XXX
Working Title:
Tort & Condemnation Section - Shall consider: DAG IV or DAG V
Classification:
DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III $10,852.00 - $15,325.00
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 IV
$11,993.00 - $16,096.00
DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL V
$12,659.00 - $16,883.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information

• These positions are located in the Division of Civil Law, Tort & Condemnation Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Oakland , Los Angeles, or San Diego. Please clearly indicate which city you would prefer to work in your cover letter.

• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus letter, if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary ( Hiring Above Minimum Policy ).
  The starting salary for each classification will be:
  • Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
  • Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
  • Deputy Attorney General V (Lateral): $14,051
  New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications.
• DAG V consideration - lateral transfers only.

• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .

• If you would like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email recruiters@doj.ca.gov.
• Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, 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 mo netary 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 .

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• May be required to travel to remote locations within the State, sometimes with little notice.

• Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at: http://oag.ca.gov/careers/how-to-apply .

• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code ( JC-528913 ) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application.

• Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:

• DAG III exam- at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination
• DAG IV exam- at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination
• You do not have to take an exam before you apply for a job. However, you must complete and pass the exam to be eligible for hire.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/21/2026
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. 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).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Justice
OHR-Heather Nguyen
Attn: Heather Nguyen (JC-528913)
1300 I Street Suite 720
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
OHR-Heather Nguyen
Heather Nguyen (JC-528913)
1300 I Street Suite 720
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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 required and must be included.
• Other - Cover letter
• Other -
  Writing sample (20 pages maximum) reflecting legal analysis, analytical abilities, and effective writing style, such as amemorandum in support of a motion, an appellate brief, or a litigation strategy or settlement evaluation letter, preferably written withinthe last year.

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.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Civil litigation experience in California state or federal courts is highly encouraged
• Experience in tort and personal injury defense is desirable, but not required
• Excellent legal research skills, writing skills, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to handle all aspects of complex civil litigation, including identifying, analyzing, and proposing solutions to complex issues
• Experience drafting and arguing pre-trial motions, including demurrers, motions to dismiss, and motions for summary judgment
• Ability to interview witnesses and examine both percipient and expert witnesses at depositions, hearings, and trials
• Ability to present effective oral argument at hearings before trial and appellate courts
• Ability to clearly and respectfully advise and communicate with clients, colleagues, supervisors, and court personnel
• Openness to collaboration, including receiving feedback from colleagues, supervisors, and clients on case strategy and written work product
• Jury trial experience is a plus, but not required

A successful candidate should be well organized, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude, and be team-oriented, as well as have an excellent work ethic and strong interpersonal and collaboration skills. Torts deputies are expected to behave with the highest level of professionalism even in high stress situations, and understand and abide by the laws of the State of California, Rules of Professional Responsibility and ethics required of all attorneys of this office.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Heather Nguyen
(916) 210-6444
Heather.Nguyen@doj.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
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.
Additional Application Filing Information
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date. If you are mailing your application, as a courtesy we ask that you contact the HR Consultant listed to confirm your application has been received. This is not required, but highly encouraged so we can ensure the timely submission of your application.
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.