Closing Date: 29th September, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Are you a poised criminal prosecutor who wants to be part of a dynamic vertical prosecution team? Are you interested in protecting the most vulnerable members of our communities and in helping to safeguard our state's healthcare programs? We are seeking experienced criminal prosecutors to join our team in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA), in our Burbank Regional Office. DMFEA investigates and prosecutes fraud committed against California's Medi-Cal programs and abuse and neglect committed against elder and dependent adults. The Deputy Attorney General (DAG) in this position prosecutes complex criminal cases in state courts, including (1) fraud committed by Medi-Cal providers, such as licensed physicians, pharmacists, and nurses, and (2) criminal abuses and neglect of elder and dependent adults residing in nursing homes and other residential care facilities.
The DAG filling this position will be part of a vertical multidisciplinary prosecution team, in which the criminal prosecutors (DAGs) work closely with members of their partner disciplines, like DMFEA special agents, investigative auditors and crime analysts. The DAG advises, coordinates and collaborates with agents, auditors and analysts on criminal cases; jointly develops investigative plans; reviews reports, search and arrest warrants; and, makes filing decisions for criminal charges. The DAG's main tasks include legal research and writing, regular appearances in state courts, from case filings to sentencing as well as the presentation of evidence at hearings, grand juries and
trials.
Additional duties may include prosecuting crimes involving drug diversion of opioids and other controlled substances; cooperating with partner agencies tasked with the administration and regulation of the Medi-Cal programs and residential care facilities; collaborating with healthcare professionals and experts, such as experts on standard of care, computer and forensic experts, money laundering and asset freeze and forfeiture experts; and, liaising with federal, state and local law enforcement partners, as well as out-of-state law enforcement agencies and Attorney General Offices.
This position requires the DAG's ability to travel to neighboring counties for court appearances, including occasional overnight or extended duration for meetings, conferences and hearings.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33314745&name=Combined(DAGIII-IV).pdf)
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 currenttelework policy. While DOJ supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees areexpected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises.
Minimum Requirements:
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 currenttelework policy. While DOJ supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees areexpected 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.
Additional Documents
Department Information:
Special Requirements:
You do not have to take an exam before you apply for a job. However, you must complete and pass the exam to be eligible for hire.
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: 9/29/2026
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:
- Deputy Attorney General IV (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5705)
- Deputy Attorney General III (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5706)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=531161)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33314745&name=Combined(DAGIII-IV).pdf)
Department Information:
- This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Criminal Prosecutions Section in Burbank.
- The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a “Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary (Hiring Above Minimum Policy). (https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/1707#:~:text=Per%20Section%205%2C%20employees%20who,@calhr.ca.gov.)
- The starting salary for each classification will be:
- Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
- Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
- 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 www.oag.ca.gov.
- If you'd like to speak with 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 - CalHR. (https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/1707#:~:text=Per%20Section%205%2C%20employees%20who,@calhr.ca.gov.)
Special Requirements:
- A fingerprint check will be required.
- Deputies must be active members of the California State Bar.
- If you submit your application by mail, please contact the HR consultant to confirm it has been received.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-531161) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title for Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application.
- Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. Process is described at: https://oag.ca.gov/careers/how-to-apply
- Please note that appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations:
- DAG III exam– at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1683)
- DAG IV exam– at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4914)
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: 9/29/2026
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:
Department of Justice
Courtney Contreras
Attn: Courtney Contreras (JC-531161)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, CA 95814
Courtney Contreras
Attn: Courtney Contreras (JC-531161)
1300 I Street 720
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 Justice
Courtney Contreras
Courtney Contreras (JC-531161)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Courtney Contreras
Courtney Contreras (JC-531161)
1300 I Street 720
Sacramento, CA 95814
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:
- 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 t
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