Closing Date: 27th February, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel of the Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC), the Assistant Chief Counsel plans, supervises, directs and reviews the work of subordinate attorneys and provides indirect supervision of support personnel within the DWC Legal Unit.
The Assistant Chief Counsel is expected to be knowledgeable in all aspects of the California workers' compensation system, which encompasses the administration and adjudication of claims, the Workers' Compensation Information System, Carve-out programs, the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule and Drug Formulary, treating physician reporting, utilization review and Independent Medical Review, the medical-legal evaluation system, fee schedules and Independent Bill Review, Medical Provider Networks, the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund, the Uninsured Employers Benefits Trust Fund, the Return to Work Supplement Program, and Audit. The Assistant Chief Counsel is further expected to be knowledgeable about the California Court system, California laws regarding the legislative process, the regulatory process, and Public Records Act procedures, and the American with Disabilities Act.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR 249.3
To be considered for this Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1587
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=30712742&name=DIR-HR-006-Duty-Statement-Rev2.23-AssitantChiefCousel1.28.26.pdf)
Working Conditions:
This position is located at: 1515 Clay St, Oakland, CA 94612.
The duties of this position are performed indoors in an office equipped with standard or ergonomic office equipment, as appropriate. The position allows for telework and/or hybrid work in accordance with CalHR's and the DIR's telework policy and procedures. The position requires the ability for prolonged sitting and to work at a computer for extended periods of time and to move and transport office items in a safe manner. The incumbent may be required to travel.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The Department of Industrial Relations (dir) Was Established in 1927. Its Mission Is to Improve Working Conditions for California's Wage Earners and To Advance Opportunities for Profitable Employment in California. Dir Administers and Enforces Laws Governing Wages, Workplace Safety and Health, Apprenticeship Training Programs, and Medical Care and Other Benefits for Injured Workers. Dir Also Publishes Materials and Holds Workshops and Seminars to Promote Healthy Employment Relations, Conducts Research to Improve Its Programs, and Coordinates with Other Agencies to Target Egregious Violators of Labor Laws and Tax Laws in The Underground Economy.
Electronic Submission of Applications Preferred. Application Packages Maybe Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Https://jobs.Ca.Gov/ Applications Must Be Received Electronically by 11:59 P.M. on Or Before the Above Final Filing Date.
Please only Submit One Application. Electronic Applications Submitted Through Your Cal Career Account Are Highly Recommended and Will Be Received/processed Faster than Other Methods of Filing.
If You Are Unable to Apply Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account, Please Mail a Completed and Signed State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678 and Application Package to The Mailing Address Provided in The “application Instructions” Section Below and Ensure the Following:
Clearly Indicate the Job Code #, Position Number 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 State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678.
Department Website: Https://www.Dir.Ca.Gov/
Special Requirements:
Membership in The State Bar of California
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: 2/27/2026
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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:
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=506865)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=30712742&name=DIR-HR-006-Duty-Statement-Rev2.23-AssitantChiefCousel1.28.26.pdf)
Department Information:
The Department of Industrial Relations (dir) Was Established in 1927. Its Mission Is to Improve Working Conditions for California's Wage Earners and To Advance Opportunities for Profitable Employment in California. Dir Administers and Enforces Laws Governing Wages, Workplace Safety and Health, Apprenticeship Training Programs, and Medical Care and Other Benefits for Injured Workers. Dir Also Publishes Materials and Holds Workshops and Seminars to Promote Healthy Employment Relations, Conducts Research to Improve Its Programs, and Coordinates with Other Agencies to Target Egregious Violators of Labor Laws and Tax Laws in The Underground Economy.
Electronic Submission of Applications Preferred. Application Packages Maybe Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Https://jobs.Ca.Gov/ Applications Must Be Received Electronically by 11:59 P.M. on Or Before the Above Final Filing Date.
Please only Submit One Application. Electronic Applications Submitted Through Your Cal Career Account Are Highly Recommended and Will Be Received/processed Faster than Other Methods of Filing.
If You Are Unable to Apply Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account, Please Mail a Completed and Signed State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678 and Application Package to The Mailing Address Provided in The “application Instructions” Section Below and Ensure the Following:
Clearly Indicate the Job Code #, Position Number 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 State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678.
- Clearly Indicate the Basis of Your Eligibility (cert, Transfer, Reinstatement, Etc.) in The “explanations” Section Located on The First Page of Your State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678.
- Remove and Do Not Submit the “equal Employment Opportunity” Questionnaire (page 5) with Your Completed State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678. This Page Is for Examination Use Only.
- Do Not Include Your Full Social Security Number on Your Documents And/or Do Not Provide Any Leap Information.
Special Requirements:
Membership in The State Bar of California
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: 2/27/2026
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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:
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Certifications Unit
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Cert Mailing Address Sacramento
Attn: Certifications Unit
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
Department of Industrial Relations
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 04:00 Pm
Cert Drop Off Address Sacramento
1416 9th Street, 13th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 04:00 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:
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:
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.Cal Careers.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.
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:
- Demonstrated Expertise in California Workers' Compensation Law, Including the Administration and Adjudication of Claims and Familiarity with Core Programs Such as Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review, Medical-Legal Evaluations, Fee Schedules and Independent Bill Review, Medical Provider Networks, Carve-Out Programs, and The Workers' Compensation Information System.
- Substantial Experience Providi
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