Attorney IV

The Attorney IV monitors, evaluates, and reports on the most difficult and sensitive California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) criminal and administrative investigations related to alleged employee sexual misconduct and the litigation of employee disciplinary actions. The Attorney IV monitors and evaluates the performances of CDCR’s Office of Internal Affairs (OIA) investigators, Office of Legal Affairs Employment Advocacy and Prosecution Team (EAPT) attorneys, and hiring authorities, including wardens. The Attorney IV performs OIG investigations or investigative activities concerning alleged CDCR employee sexual misconduct.

The OIG is dedicated to being an agency that promotes a positive work environment where employees feel valued, is family friendly, allows for true work-life balance, and ensures opportunities for employee growth.

Telework is available!

This position is eligible for teleworking under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, but some in-office work may be required.

The designated Headquarters (HQ) for this position is in Kern County, and the selected candidate will be required to commute to their HQ office location as needed to meet operational needs. All commute expenses to the HQ location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Final Filing Date: 4/03/2026

Please Note: You will need to create an account on CalCareers at www.CalCareers.ca.gov in order to submit an application and be considered for this job.

The CalCareers job posting for this position can be found at the following link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=510219

A copy of the duty statement can be found here:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=510219

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-510219

Position #(s): 

297-003-5780-601

Working Title: Attorney IV

Classification: ATTORNEY IV

Salary: $11,993.00 - $16,096.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Kern County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Office of the Inspector General safeguards the integrity of the State’s correctional system by providing oversight and transparency through monitoring, reporting, and recommending improvements to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

The Office of the Inspector General is excluded from bargaining unit contracts.

Department Website: https://www.oig.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Proof of California residency will be required prior to appointment, if teleworking.

*E-mail will be the primary method of communication for the recruitment and interview process. Please ensure that the e-mail address listed on your application is current and/or accurate.

PLEASE NOTE:

Electronic application submission through CalCareers is highly encouraged.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed includes, but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Final Filing Date: 4/03/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

Required Application Package Documents

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx and on the CalPERS website at https://www.calpers.ca.gov.

OIG employees are excluded from collective bargaining and are eligible to receive the following enhanced benefits:

• Enhanced medical, dental, and disability benefits 
• Employer paid Life Insurance 
• Additional hour of Vacation/Annual Leave 
• Excluded employees are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding 

Department Website: https://www.oig.ca.gov

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process:

Human Resources Contact

Corey Hudson

HudsonC@oig.ca.gov

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

(916) 591-8767

spillanes@oig.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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 work place. 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.