Closing Date: 26th June, 2026

Description:

Job Description and Duties:
Please Note:
Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced by 4.62% and will accrue 8 hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period. PLP 2025 for this classification is expected to be effective through October 2026.

Under general direction of the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel, the Staff Misconduct Monitoring Unit Attorney Supervisor supervises a team of Attorney Is who monitor California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitations (CDCR) routine reviews regarding alleged staff misconduct; critical incident cases; cases closed by the Office of Internal Affairs under special conditions; and attends use-of-force institutional executive review committees. The Attorney Supervisor supervises a team of Attorney Is who monitor the performance of prison supervisors who conduct the routine reviews regarding alleged staff misconduct and the reviewing authority who make findings regarding the allegations; monitor the prison staff involved in critical incidents and make recommendations to the hiring authority; monitor the disciplinary process for cases closed by Office of Internal Affairs pursuant to special conditions; and attends the institutional executive review committees to assess the committee's review of use-of-force incidents.

This position may eligible for teleworking under Government Code 14200 et. seq. for eligible applicants residing in California, but in-office work will be required. Proof of California residency will be required if teleworking prior to start date.

The designated Headquarters (HQ) for this position is in Kern County, and the selected candidate will be required to commute to their HQ office location as needed to meet operational needs. All commute expenses to the HQ location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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

Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney Supervisor (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5749)

Additional Documents
  • Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=521092)
  • Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=32344108&name=AttorneySupervisorSMMUCentralTeam5DutyStatement.pdf)

Department Information:
To Safeguard the Integrity of The State's Correctional System by Providing Oversight and Transparency Through Monitoring, Reporting, and Recommending Improvements to The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

The Office of The Inspector General Is Excluded from Bargaining Unit Contracts.

Department Website: Https://www.Oig.Ca.Gov

Special Requirements:
  • The Position(s) Require(s) a Valid California Drivers License (cdl). You Must Answer the Questions Addressing Your Cdl on Your Application. Ensure You Provide Your Cdl Number, Class, Expiration Date, and Any Endorsements And/or Restrictions.
  • The Position(s) Require(s) a Background Investigation Be Cleared Prior to Being Hired.
  • The Position(s) Require(s) A(n) Bar License. You Will Be Required to Provide a Copy of Your License Prior to Being Hired.
  • Proof of California Residency Will Be Required if Teleworking Prior to Appointment.
  • Email Will the Primary Method of Communication for The Recruitment and Interview Process. Please Ensure that The E-Mail Address Listed on Your Application Is Current And/or Accurate.

Please Note:
Electronic Application Submission Through Cal Careers Is Highly Encouraged.

Do Not Include Any Confidential Information on Any Documents You Submit for This Job Vacancy. Confidential Information that Should Be Excluded or Removed Includes, but Is Not Limited To, the Equal Employment Opportunity Page, Your Social Security Number, Birth Date, Examination Results, Leap Status, Marital Status, and Age.

This Business Uses E-Verify in Its Hiring Practices to Achieve a Lawful Workforce. E-Verify Is a Web-Based System that Allows Enrolled Employers to Confirm the Eligibility of Their Employees to Work in The United States. for More Information About E-Verify, Please Go to Www.Dhs.Gov/e-Verify.

If Selected for The Position in Which Education Is Required to Meet the Minimum Qualifications, Official Transcripts Will Be Required Prior to Appointment.

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: 6/26/2026

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:
Inspector General's Office
Human Resources Unit
Attn: Lydia Nguyen
10111 Old Placerville Rd., #110
Sacramento, Ca 95827

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
Inspector General's Office
Human Resources Unit
Lydia Nguyen
10111 Old Placerville Rd., #110
Sacramento, Ca 95827
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.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 Required and Must Be Included.

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 Ability to Supervise a Group of Subordinate Attorneys Who Perform a Wide Variety of Legal Work, with Varying of Legal Work, with Varying Levels of Complexity, and Independently Handle Complex and Sensitive Cases.
  • The Ability to Assist in Planning, Organizing, Directing, and Coordinating the Work of Legal Staff.
  • Experience in Conducting, Monitoring, or Assessing Investigations.
  • Experience in Litigating, Monitoring, or Assessing Employee Discipline Cases.
  • Experience in Supervising Attorneys or Serving as A Lead to A Group of Attorneys.

Benefits:
Benefit Information Can Be Found on The CalHR (https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx) Website and The CalPERS (https://www.calpers.ca.gov/) Website.

Oig Employees Are Excluded from Collective Bargaining and Are Eligible to Receive the Following Enhanced Benefits: