Attorney III (Hybrid)

Closing Date: 31st January, 2026

Description:

The Commission on Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) is recruiting to fill an Attorney III position in the Legal Affairs Bureau.

As a valued member of POST, the incumbent will work to continually enhance the professionalism of California law enforcement by working with POST staff and the POST Commission on legal issues involving development and implementation of training and selection standards, certification of police officers, investigation of police misconduct cases for purposes of decertification, and supporting POST's various bureaus with a wide range of legal issues involving POST's operations. Common tasks include working with executive management on various matters involving POST operations; working with POST's Professional Conduct Bureaus in investigation of police misconduct and the selection and preparation of cases for decertification; coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General regarding litigation involving POST; analyzing court records to determine peace officer disqualification; appearing before the Peace Officer Accountability Advisory Board and the POST Commission; responding to Public Records Act requests; handling internal personnel matters; analyzing local agency compliance with POST regulations; determining legal requirements for law enforcement training; implementing and interpreting legislative mandates; and drafting proposed legislative language.

Licensing requirement: Incumbent must maintain active membership in the California State Bar and be a member in good standing.

This position is subject to POST's Conflict of Interest Code. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Watch POST Attorney's in action: https://post.ca.gov/Upcoming-Meetings

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

Working Conditions:

• POST headquarters is located at 860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100, West Sacramento, near IKEA, Starbucks, and downtown Sacramento. This location has easy freeway access, is near many eateries, and offers FREE electric car charging stations, and FREE parking.
• Hybrid telework is available for employees who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely.
• This position is Hybrid and may be eligible for telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
• Works in an office setting with artificial lighting and temperature control. Primarily sedentary for extended periods of time; uses a computer and other common office equipment; participates in meetings.
• Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position.

Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney III

Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Department Information:

• POST was established by the Legislature in 1959 to set minimum selection and training standards for California law enforcement. The POST organization, with more than 260 staff members, functions under the direction of an Executive Director appointed by the Commission.
• POST funding comes from the General Fund and the State Penalty Fund. The State Penalty Fund receives money from penalty assessments on criminal and traffic fines.
• The POST Program is voluntary and incentive-based. Participating agencies agree to abide by the standards established by POST. More than 600 agencies participate in the POST Program and are eligible to receive the Commission's services and benefits.
• For more information about the Commission on POST, please visit our website
• at https://post.ca.gov/
• Note: Salaries do not reflect the 2025 PLP pay reduction. Information on recent changes to the Memorandum of Understanding can be found here: Bargaining / Contracts - CalHR.
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Special Requirements:

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar Membership License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
• A fingerprint check is required
• The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) shall be typed in 12-point font, with one-inch margins and shall not exceed two pages in length. The SOQ must describe, in narrative form, how your education, training, experience, and desirable skills make you a competitive applicant for the position.
• The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Specific examples must be provided.
• Resumes and/or cover letters do not take the place of an SOQ.

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.
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Peace Officer Standards and Training
Commission on POST
Attn: Human Resources
860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100
West Sacramento, CA 95605-1630
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Peace Officer Standards and Training
Commission on POST
Human Resources
860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100
West Sacramento, CA 95605-1630
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 - Please see the Special Requirements section of this advertisement for detailed information regarding the required Statement of Qualifications.

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.

Benefits:
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary
POST employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee and their family

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