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

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.

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-511292

Position #(s):

420-117-5705-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:

1

Work Location:

San Diego County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Licensing Section in San Diego.

• 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 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 .
• If you'd like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email Recruiters@doj.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 .
  
  

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!