Closing Date: 26th September, 2025

Description:

Job Description and Duties:
Attorneys in the Criminal Division, Appeals, Writs, and Trials Section (AWT), uphold the Attorney General's constitutional responsibility to represent the People of California in criminal cases. Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General, the Chief Deputy Attorney General, and the Attorney General, the Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) in AWT directs and monitors the work of a team of Deputy Attorneys General (DAG), may directly supervise paralegals, and directs the work of support staff; evaluates the performance of DAGs and paralegals; provides training to DAGs and paralegals; handles general administrative matters; interviews and selects, or actively participates in the interview and selection process for DAGs and paralegals; and personally performs with the highest level of independent judgment the most difficult and complex legal work in criminal trials, federal and state habeas corpus matters, and other writs and appeals, including capital litigation.

SDAGs can be called upon to act as the lead attorney on a team assigned to the most difficult and complex cases. SDAGs can be called upon to appear before various federal and state courts and administrative bodies on the most difficult and sensitive cases, and may appear in the highest levels of the appellate courts. SDAGs can be called upon to advise various legal jurisdictions, public officials and representatives of public agencies on legal issues. SDAGs can be called upon to conduct or supervise special investigations of the most sensitive or difficult nature. SDAGs can be called upon to draft and analyze legislative measures and regulations. The work is challenging, and it requires an extensive knowledge of criminal law. Excellent research, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential.

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

Working Conditions:
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on DOJ's current telework policy. While DOJ supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises.

Minimum Requirements:

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Department Information:

This Position Is Located in The Division of Criminal Law, Appeals, Writs and Trials Section and May Be Filled in Sacramento or Fresno.
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 Supervisor (8 Years): $14,655

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 Http://www.Oag.Ca.Gov
If You Would Like to Speak to 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 - Cal Hr

Special Requirements:

A Fingerprint Check Will Be Required.
Clearly Indicate the Basis of Your Eligibility in The "explanations" Section Located at The Bottom of Page One on Your State Application (std 678).
The Deputy Attorney General Supervisor Exam May Be Found On-Line at Http://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/exams

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:

This Sdag Position Is for Supervising an Appellate Team in The Sacramento/fresno Awt Section. Applicants Should Have Substantial Experience with California Criminal Law, and With Criminal Appellate, Habeas, and Writ Practice. Applicants Should Also Have Substantial Experience Reviewing and Editing Pleadings for Filing in The Appellate Courts. Sda Gs Should Have Exceptional Judgment and Tact, and Should Work Effectively with All Levels of Staff. Sda Gs Should Be Administratively Proficient, Have Strong Organizational Skills, and Be Effective Managers. Sda Gs Should Have the Ability to Work Under Pressure, Demonstrate Initiative, and Be Creative and Resourceful Problem Solvers.