Closing Date: 29th May, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:About the Organization:
Attorney General Rob Bonta is the State's chief law officer, responsible for ensuring that state laws are uniformly and adequately enforced. As the chief law officer, the Attorney General has broad authority to provide his views on significant legal issues. Under state law, the Attorney General provides legal opinions when requested by designated public officials, including state constitutional officers, members of the Legislature, heads of state agencies, county counsels, city attorneys, district attorneys, and sheriffs. Attorney General legal opinions play an important role in guiding official decision-making and shaping California law and policy on questions of broad public importance. The Attorney General is also responsible for overseeing quo warranto litigation, including actions brought by private parties to challenge the eligibility of public officials to hold office.
Located within the Department of Justice, the Opinion Unit is responsible for developing formal legal opinions on behalf of the Attorney General. Legal opinions involve a wide range of novel and sensitive issues, including questions of statutory and regulatory interpretation, constitutional analysis, and state and federal preemption. Recent opinions have addressed diverse topics such as housing regulation, administrative law, taxation, cannabis, water regulation, labor law, good governance, gaming, immigration, criminal law, tribal affairs, and education. The Opinion Unit also manages the Attorney General's review of quo warranto applications and oversees related litigation. At times, the Unit may provide legal analysis, advice, or special project support to the Attorney General and the Department as well.
About the Position:
Under the supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG) and the direction of the Principal Deputy Solicitor General, the Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) participates in the work of the Opinion Unit and directly supervises other Unit employees. The SDAG is responsible for supervising and managing attorneys at all stages of opinion development by: coordinating with the SAAG on opinion intake and assignment; communicating with state and local officials concerning opinion requests; discussing and coordinating strategy for opinion research and analysis; reviewing and editing draft opinions; consulting with other sections and divisions within the Department of Justice; preparing attorneys to present proposed opinions to the Attorney General and participating in presentations; and advising the Executive Office. In carrying out these duties, the SDAG leads, coordinates, monitors, and reviews the work of attorneys assigned to the SDAG's direct supervision. The SDAG also participates personally and substantially in the Unit's work by: preparing and presenting the most complex and sensitive legal opinions; maintaining and fostering good communication with Department colleagues; building strong relationships with external stakeholders, including through outreach to the Governor's Office, the Legislature, and other public officials; and responding to opinion-related public inquiries. In coordination with the SAAG, the SDAG assists in monitoring and organizing opinion and quo warranto application workflows, opinion publication, and quo warranto litigation oversight. The SDAG periodically prepares performance evaluations; handles general administrative matters; assists in the review, development, and implementation of Unit policies and procedures; and participates in the interview and selection process for attorneys and staff.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions:
This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the office on most days. Travel and additional in-person attendance may be required for court appearances, meetings, and other occasional operational needs.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor
Additional Documents
Department Information:
Special Requirements:
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: 5/29/2026
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 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:
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Department Information:
- This Position Is Located in The Directorate Division, Opinion Unit and May Be Filled in Either Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego, or San Francisco. Please Indicate Your Preferred City on The Front Page of Your Application or Cover Letter.
- 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.
- The Deputy Attorney General Classifications Qualify for A “hire Above Minimum" (ham) Salary (hiring Above Minimum Policy).
- The Starting Salary for The Sdag Classification Will Be:
- Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (8+ Years): $14,655
- For More Information About the Department, Please Visit the Attorney General's Website at Www.Oag.Ca.Gov.
- If You Would 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 - Cal Hr.
Special Requirements:
- A Fingerprint Check May Be Required.
- Clearly Indicate the Job Control Code (jc-516524) 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 Application.
- The Supervising Deputy Attorney General Exam May Be Found On-Line Here: Sdag Examination
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: 5/29/2026
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 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 Justice
Ohr-Danielle Newman
Attn: Danielle Newman (jc-516524)
1300 I Street, 7th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Ohr-Danielle Newman
Attn: Danielle Newman (jc-516524)
1300 I Street, 7th 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 Justice
Ohr-Danielle Newman
Danielle Newman (jc-516524)
1300 I Street, 7th Floor
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
Ohr-Danielle Newman
Danielle Newman (jc-516524)
1300 I Street, 7th Floor
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.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.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please Include a Statement of Qualifications that Offers a Narrative Discussion of How an Applicant's Education, Training, Experience and Skills Meet the Minimum Qualifications and Desirable Qualifications and Qualify the Applicant for The Position. the Statement of Qualifications Should Be Typed, Single-Spaced, and Ma
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