Tort & Condemnation Section - Shall consider: DAG IV or DAG V

Job Description And Duties

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 .

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 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!