What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health, Education & Welfare Deputy Attorney General IV position at California Department of Justice?
Job Description And Duties
The Health, Education & Welfare Section (HEW) actively recruits highly qualified attorneys to practice in a dynamic and collegial environment, where they frequently handle high-profile and impactful legal matters while serving the public interest. Attorneys provide legal advice and representation to the Governor, Attorney General, and Directors of over 30 state agencies, including the Departments of Health Care Services, Public Health, State Hospitals, Social Services, and Education. HEW’s litigation includes constitutional law and statutory interpretation; actions for declaratory and injunctive relief; writ petitions; and civil complaints challenging state laws, regulations, and agency decisions. Representation includes appearances in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. If you are well qualified and desire to be part of a talented team that furthers California’s important public interests every day, we strongly encourage you to apply.
HEW deputies may largely choose whether to telework or come into the office. There are times when in-office attendance may be required, such as for in-person meetings or operational reasons. In addition, court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, mediations, and other proceedings require in-person attendance. Deputies are also expected to be able to report to the office if an urgent need arises, and, whether teleworking or in the office, are expected to be available for meetings and to promptly respond to emails and phone calls during regular business hours.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-494369
Position #(s):
420-141-5705-XXX
Working Title
Health, Education & Welfare Deputy Attorney General IV
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 III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework
Hybrid
Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The Health, Education & Welfare Section (HEW) actively recruits highly qualified attorneys to practice in a dynamic and collegial environment, where they frequently handle high-profile and impactful legal matters while serving the public interest. Attorneys provide legal advice and representation to the Governor, Attorney General, and Directors of over 30 state agencies, including the Departments of Health Care Services, Public Health, State Hospitals, Social Services, and Education. HEW’s litigation includes constitutional law and statutory interpretation; actions for declaratory and injunctive relief; writ petitions; and civil complaints challenging state laws, regulations, and agency decisions. Representation includes appearances in state and federal courts at both the trial and appellate levels. If you are well qualified and desire to be part of a talented team that furthers California’s important public interests every day, we strongly encourage you to apply.
HEW deputies may largely choose whether to telework or come into the office. There are times when in-office attendance may be required, such as for in-person meetings or operational reasons. In addition, court appearances, hearings, oral arguments, mediations, and other proceedings require in-person attendance. Deputies are also expected to be able to report to the office if an urgent need arises, and, whether teleworking or in the office, are expected to be available for meetings and to promptly respond to emails and phone calls during regular business hours.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-494369
Position #(s):
420-141-5705-XXX
Working Title
Health, Education & Welfare Deputy Attorney General IV
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 III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework
Hybrid
Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
- These positions are located in the Division of Civil Law, Health, Education & Welfare Section, and may be filled in Sacramento.
- 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 ).
- Deputy Attorney General Range A (0-24 months): $8,588 and Range B (2-5 years): $9,666
- Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $11,695
- Deputy Attorney General IV (6 years): $12,925
- If you would like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email Recruiters@doj.ca.gov
- For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .
- Please visit our webpage: Become a DOJ Deputy Attorney General | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General .
- 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 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 .
- 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!
Salary : $11,993 - $16,096
