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Pay

$10,852 – $16,096 a month

Job type

Full job description

Cannabis Control Section (CCS) handles matters involving cannabis, industrial hemp, alcoholic beverages, kratom, and more. CCS deputies represent state agencies in civil litigation in all levels of both state and federal court (both plaintiff and defense), and the Department of Cannabis Control before the Office of Administrative Hearings and the Cannabis Control Appeals Panel.

The duties of CCS Deputy Attorneys General include, but are not limited to, the following:

Directly handle complex, sensitive, and often high-profile civil litigation matters, including prosecuting civil enforcement cases and defending client agencies in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
Draft discovery, pleadings, and motions.
First- and second-chair hearings and trials.
Handle judicial review proceedings arising out of administrative litigation before the California appellate courts.
Apply sound legal judgment and abide by professional ethics.
Ability to work independently and remotely within the requirements of the department’s telework policy.
Advise client agencies on legal matters, including investigation strategy, application and enforcement of cannabis laws and regulations, litigation strategy, settlement options, and expert and/or consultant needs.
Work in a team and collaborative environment.
Directly handle licensing matters involving the revocation, denial, and discipline of licenses, and the embargo and condemnation of misbranded goods.

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.

For any inquiries about the position, the Deputy Attorney General Examination, or the application process, please contact Deputy Attorney General Cristina M. Matsushima (Cristina.Matsushima@doj.ca.gov) or recruiters@doj.ca.gov.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III
DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL IV

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details

Working Title:

Cannabis Control Section Deputy Attorney General III – May consider: DAG IV

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

Work Location:

United States

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Cannabis Control Section and may be filled in Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego. Please state in your cover letter your city of preference.
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
New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications.

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.

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.og.ca.gov.

If you would 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.

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check will be required.

Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-496808) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application.

Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:
DAG III exam – at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination
DAG IV exam – at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination

If mailing your application, please contact the HR consultant listed to confirm your application has been received.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 12/1/2025Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice

OHR-Heather Nguyen

Attn: Heather Nguyen (JC-496808)

1300 I Street Suite 720

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice

OHR-Heather Nguyen

Heather Nguyen (JC-496808)

1300 I Street Suite 720

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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 required and must be included.
Other – Cover letter describing your interest in and qualification for working in the Cannabis Control Section.

Other – Writing sample consisting of a dispositive motion, pretrial motion, or appellate brief preferably written within the past year.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Dedication to consumer protection
Strong trial and oral advocacy experience, including recent and frequent experience conducting proceedings in administrative, trial, and appellate courts
Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, exhibited by recent and frequent drafting of pleadings, motions, and briefs
Working familiarity with principles of administrative and constitutional law, rules of evidence, and civil litigation
Ability to analyze difficult and complex legal problems, apply precedents to new factual scenarios, and present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form
Experience drafting and arguing pre-trial motions, including demurrers, motions to dismiss, and motions for summary judgment
Ability to prepare for and represent clients in civil or criminal trials
Ability to interview witnesses and examine both percipient and expert witnesses at depositions, hearings, and trials
Ability to clearly and respectfully advise and communicate with clients, colleagues, supervisors, and court personnel
Experience successfully negotiating settlement of actions informally and in mediation or settlement conferences
Openness to collaboration, including receiving feedback from colleagues, supervisors, and clients on case strategy and written work product

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Heather Nguyen
(916) 210-6444
Heather.Nguyen@doj.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.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov