Closing Date: 4th August, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under the direction of the Chief Counsel, the Attorney performs progressively more difficult legal work, provides professional legal counsel and representation to the State Lands Commission (Commission), and coordinates with non-legal staff to produce legally sound approaches, negotiating strategies, and work products. This position will be focused on regulatory rulemaking and working in conjunction with our legislative liaison to update the Commission's authorities.
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Note: Posted salaries do not reflect the 2 - 4.62% pay reduction in exchange for 3.5 – 8 hours per month of leave arising from the Personal Leave Program 2025. Information related to salary reductions is available in Section 2113 (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fhrmanual.calhr.ca.gov%2FHome%2FManualItem%2F1%2F2113&data=05%7C02%7CDarlene.Hayashi%40slc.ca.gov%7C14c3a843db3140b46e7b08ddcf79d792%7C5d87bd7bd6df44c49e8fb0895e3dffe7%7C0%7C0%7C638894844428407338%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=NtkrtipE9uzZd4st9djBhBKjKJSmUjFNzbAphH3mDwQ%3D&reserved=0) of the CalHR Human Resources Manual.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32662397&name=RegsAttorneyDS.pdf)
Working Conditions:
- Core business hours of 9am to 3pm.
- Sit, bend, stoop, or stand while working.
- Daily use of standard office equipment.
- Temperature controlled office with artificial light.
- Transport items weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Appropriate business attire required.
- Occasional overnight travel.
- Occasional mandatory overtime.
- An attorney is expected to normally average 40 hours of work per week including paid leave, however, work weeks of a longer duration may occasionally be necessary.
- On occasion, work will be required outside of regular business hours and require overnight or multi-night travel to off-site locations anywhere within or outside the state that may require the use of various transportation modes (airplane, taxi, car, boat, etc.)
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5778)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The California State Lands Commission provides the people of California with effective stewardship of the lands, waterways, and resources entrusted to its care through preservation, restoration, enhancement, responsible economic development, and the promotion of public access.
We value diversity at all levels and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our employees from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are able to leverage their strengths and unique insights to further the Commission's mission and thrive.
Special Requirements:
Applying electronically for this Job Control is preferred. Paper application packages must contain the Job Control number and classification title on the first page of the application in order to be processed and included in the applicant pool.
Note:
General Qualifications:
Ability to adhere to the general qualifications outlined in California Code of Regulations 2 CCR 172. (https://govt.westlaw.com/calregs/Document/I02D021535A0A11EC8227000D3A7C4BC3?viewType=FullText&listSource=Search&originationContext=Search+Result&transitionType=SearchItem&contextData=(sc.Search)&navigationPath=Search%2fv1%2fresults%2fnavigation%2fi0a8994bc0000019b4c0a9cec5b7c6931%3fppcid%3d4a6bf40b3f714103b0257cb985f8edb0%26Nav%3dREGULATION_PUBLICVIEW%26fragmentIdentifier%3dI02D021535A0A11EC8227000D3A7C4BC3%26startIndex%3d1%26transitionType%3dSearchItem%26contextData%3d%2528sc.Default%2529%26originationContext%3dSearch%2520Result&list=REGULATION_PUBLICVIEW&rank=1&t_T2=172&t_S1=CA+ADC+s&bhcp=1)
Conflict of Interest:
This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code.
School Transcripts:
Application packages must include a copy of official transcripts for the universities/colleges attended where the required coursework was received. Failure to provide official transcripts may result in removal from the exam list. Applicants providing copies of international official transcripts may need to provide an evaluation/translation from an educational credentials evaluation service (Foreign Transcript Evaluation [CL-635]) to ensure that all the required coursework can be verified by the hiring agency.
Bar License Requirement: Candidates must identify their Bar License Number on their STD 678 State Application.
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: 8/4/2026
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:
Attorney (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5778)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=524361)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32662397&name=RegsAttorneyDS.pdf)
Department Information:
The California State Lands Commission provides the people of California with effective stewardship of the lands, waterways, and resources entrusted to its care through preservation, restoration, enhancement, responsible economic development, and the promotion of public access.
We value diversity at all levels and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our employees from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are able to leverage their strengths and unique insights to further the Commission's mission and thrive.
Special Requirements:
Applying electronically for this Job Control is preferred. Paper application packages must contain the Job Control number and classification title on the first page of the application in order to be processed and included in the applicant pool.
Note:
- Applicants must not include any hyperlinks or confidential information such as SSN, DOB, sex, marital status, age, DL number (unless required), LEAP status, disability information, Equal Opportunity Employer information, exam results, salary, I-9 information, and criminal history in their application package. Confidential information provided in the application package will be redacted.
- When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
- Only required or requested documents will be reviewed and considered by the hiring unit.
- Applicants must provide employment history on their STD. 678 application form. Attaching a resume or cover letter does not take place of the employment history sections on the STD. 678. Incomplete STD. 678 application forms may not be considered.
- Generative Artificial Intelligence shall not be used when completing any component of your application package.
- Do not submit a second application by paper when applying electronically.
- SROA/Surplus or Reinstatement applicants MUST check the applicable box as their basis of eligibility when submitting their application package electronically. Additionally, SROA/Surplus applicants must provide their layoff letter and title it as “SROA Letter” or “Surplus Letter” when applying electronically.
General Qualifications:
Ability to adhere to the general qualifications outlined in California Code of Regulations 2 CCR 172. (https://govt.westlaw.com/calregs/Document/I02D021535A0A11EC8227000D3A7C4BC3?viewType=FullText&listSource=Search&originationContext=Search+Result&transitionType=SearchItem&contextData=(sc.Search)&navigationPath=Search%2fv1%2fresults%2fnavigation%2fi0a8994bc0000019b4c0a9cec5b7c6931%3fppcid%3d4a6bf40b3f714103b0257cb985f8edb0%26Nav%3dREGULATION_PUBLICVIEW%26fragmentIdentifier%3dI02D021535A0A11EC8227000D3A7C4BC3%26startIndex%3d1%26transitionType%3dSearchItem%26contextData%3d%2528sc.Default%2529%26originationContext%3dSearch%2520Result&list=REGULATION_PUBLICVIEW&rank=1&t_T2=172&t_S1=CA+ADC+s&bhcp=1)
Conflict of Interest:
This position is subject to the Department's Conflict of Interest Code.
School Transcripts:
Application packages must include a copy of official transcripts for the universities/colleges attended where the required coursework was received. Failure to provide official transcripts may result in removal from the exam list. Applicants providing copies of international official transcripts may need to provide an evaluation/translation from an educational credentials evaluation service (Foreign Transcript Evaluation [CL-635]) to ensure that all the required coursework can be verified by the hiring agency.
Bar License Requirement: Candidates must identify their Bar License Number on their STD 678 State Application.
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: 8/4/2026
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
State Lands Commission
ASD Sacramento
Attn: Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
ASD Sacramento
Attn: Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
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:
State Lands Commission
ASD Sacramento
Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
Deliver application packages to the Receptionist Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
ASD Sacramento
Human Resources
100 Howe Ave, Suite 100 - South
Sacramento, CA 95825
Deliver application packages to the Receptionist Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between
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:
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:
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