ATTORNEY III (538237) — Staff Attorney

Attorney III (Staff Attorney) Department of Industrial Relations$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: 11/27/2026 Under the general direction of an Attorney Supervisor, the incumbent works with broad discretion and independence to perform the more complex and sensitive legal work of the Labor Commissioner's Office (LCO). The incumbent will represent the LCO and act as lead counsel for the Retaliation Complaint Investigation unit, advising the Labor Commissioner and other public agencies, on California employment law. The incumbent is assigned to perform a variety of tasks such as litigation, negotiations, and legislative liaison work, hearings, legal research, and legal opinion writing on cases that may be appealed to the highest courts. May serve as a lead to lower level attorney staff. The incumbent possesses a strong motivation to work on and contribute to labor, employment rights-related matters. This position manages a substantial workload, which may be subject to strict time constraints or involve high-profile cases. The ability to travel is also required for this position. This position is being advertised statewide. May work in high-rise building in downtown locations. Must work in office. Workspace is a standard office in a smoke-free environment. Incumbent must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time. Incumbent must occasionally move boxes, files and office equipment. As needed, an Attorney will also have contact with the general public, California State and outside legal, program, court and agency staff via phone, email, in person, via presentation, video and mail. Such contact may include general, confidential, sensitive, technical and informative materials. The incumbent is expected to travel via land and air (including overnight travel out of town) and arrange schedules to perform duties and meet the objectives of the program. The selected candidate will choose which office to work at from the list below:7718 Meany Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93308770 E. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 937103021 Reynolds Ranch Parkway, Lodi, CA 952401500 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90810320 W. Fourth Street, Los Angeles, CA 900131515 Clay Street, Oakland, CA 946121901 North Rice Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030-79123737 Main St, Riverside, CA 925012031 Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95825950 E. Blanco Rd., Salinas, CA 93901464 W. Fourth Street, San Bernardino, CA 924017575 Metropolitan Dr., San Diego, CA 92108455 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102-70022 MacArthur Place, Santa Ana, CA 92707 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. 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).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. Statement of Qualifications - Please see Special requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Comprehensive health benefits package with medical, dental, and vision options. Sick leave, vacation leave, or annual leave options available. Retirement plan through CalPERS. Other retirement options include 401(k) and/or 457(b) participation through State of California Savings Plus program. Public transportation subsidy and pre-tax parking program options. The personal satisfaction of knowing that you impact the daily lives of wage earners in California.