Attorney

Department Overview: The Office of General Counsel (HCD) supports the California Department of Housing & Community Development in providing stable, safe homes and affordable housing programs for veterans, seniors, young families, farm workers, tribes, people with disabilities, and those experiencing homelessness. HCD’s mission is to help all California residents live, work, and play in healthy communities of opportunity. The department is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds.

Legal Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney will provide legal advice and services for a variety of housing programs administered by the department.

Responsibilities include: Advising the department on legal issues related to housing programs, policies, and legislation. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding. Representing the department in hearings, investigations, and litigation related to housing matters. Providing guidance on regulatory compliance, risk management, and best practices. Managing complex assignments with relative independence and minimal supervision. Eligibility and Telework Provisions Under California Government Code Section 14200, this position is eligible for hybrid telework. Telework-eligible applicants must reside in California. In some circumstances, full‑time remote work may be authorized at the department’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Statement

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 workplace. 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. Application Instructions Complete Application Packages (including the State Examination / Employment Application STD 678 and all required documents) must be submitted. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Career account at Cal Careers.ca.gov or in hard copy. When mailing hard copies, include a completed copy of the Application Package Listing. Final Filing Date: 1/16/2026 Application Package Documents State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent). All experience and education relating to the minimum qualifications must be included to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Resume (required). Other required documents as described below. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling. Contact the EEO officer for further information. Mailing Address Department of Housing & Community Development Attn: Hiring Unit | JC 503345 P.O. Box 952050 Sacramento, CA 94252-2050 Drop‑Off Address Department of Housing & Community Development HCD Hiring Unit | JC 503345 651 Bannon Street (Lobby) Sacramento, CA 95811 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Senior-Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Legal Industries Government Administration