Job Posting: Attorney IV

Department of Insurance

JC-538582
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Attorney IV
ATTORNEY IV

$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.

Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026

Job Description and Duties

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced Remote-Centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a highly skilled Attorney IV to perform complex Attorney work within the Legal Branch.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel for the Government Law Bureau, the Attorney IV performs the most sensitive and complex attorney work within the Department, works independently with broad discretion, and may act as a lead over other attorneys and legal professionals. The Attorney IV handles Public Records Act requests, subpoenas, service of process, and service on the Commissioner. The Attorney IV handles day-to-day privacy-related matters and ensures compliance with the Department's information privacy requirements. The Attorney IV provides legal guidance to Department staff regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) issues and emerging developments. The Attorney IV is responsible for the legal representation of the Commissioner and the Department by representing, or arranging for representation, in all matters before the civil and administrative tribunals. In exceptional circumstances, the Attorney IV makes court appearances and argues motions on behalf of the Department. The Attorney IV works with minimal supervision and often leads a team of paralegals. The Attorney IV serves as the lead attorney on the most complex cases or special assignments and projects for the General Counsel. The Attorney IV provides legal guidance to departmental staff and may be called on to represent the Department and the Commissioner in venues outside the organization in meetings and other activities.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions.

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

Working Conditions

  • Work in a high-rise building
  • Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
  • Overtime will/may be required. Occasional travel may be required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.)

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-538582
Position #(s):
413-130-5780-001
Working Title:
Attorney IV
Classification:
ATTORNEY IV
$11,993.00 - $16,096.00 A
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:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.


LEGAL BRANCH
REGULATORY & LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION
GOVERNMENT LAW BUREAU
Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

 

  • Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below.
  • Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
  • Statement of Qualifications
  • Resume

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: 11/30/2026

Who 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 Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classfication & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classfication & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.
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:
  • Ability to work independently and/or in a team of attorneys and paralegals
  • Ability to perform legal research and analyses- Proficiency with personal computing and Microsoft Office 365 application 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to perform work that requires attention to detail, such as reviewing legal contracts

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours
  • Remote work options
  • Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On the Job Training
  • Career Services Program
  • Recognition Program
  • Paid Holidays and leave
  • Defined benefit retirement program
  • Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
  • Every 12 months, based on performance  evaluation, employees may receive a 5%  salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classfication & Consultations Unit
(916) 492-3300
cdijobinquiries@insurance.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) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.ca.gov
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.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Attorney IV examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions.

Attorney IV: Exam Bulletin

Step 2 - Submit your application including all required documents, by using the "Apply Now" button found at the top of this bulletin.

Statement of Qualifications

An SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills qualify them for the position.

SOQ: Using Arial, 12pt font, describe how your education, work experience, skills, and abilities have prepared you for the Attorney IV position in the Government Law Bureau. Reference the position duty statement and desirable qualifications to draft your response and submit no more than two page.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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