Closing Date: 31st October, 2025
Description:
Job Description and Duties:CalHR has authorized the DFPI to pay candidates hired in at the Attorney III (Range A) a hire above minimum (H.A.M.) rate of $12,046.00.
Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each full-time employee shall receive a reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the reduction in pay. All Bargaining Unit 2 classifications will receive a 4.62 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 8 hours of PLP 2025 per month.
The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation is recruiting for three Permanent, Full-time Attorney III positions within the Enforcement Division. These positions are to be located in the Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego offices. This recruitment may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of these positions within the next 180 days.
Reporting to the Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney III performs independently and with broad discretion, litigation work. The Attorney III will represent the Department in all litigation forums including civil and administrative cases in state and federal courts and before the Office of Administrative Hearings. The Attorney III will serve as lead counsel on routine matters, directing a team of attorneys, examiners, and investigators. This role involves analyzing products, developing litigation strategies to determine whether licensing is required, and negotiating compliance through licensure. The Attorney III will also prepare legal opinions and factual analyses and recommend appropriate enforcement actions.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29527783&name=CombinedDS140-5795-100.214.219AttorneyIII7.14.25.pdf)
Working Conditions:
Sacramento Location: The Sacramento office is in the new state-of-the-art May Lee State Office Complex in Sacramento's River District, conveniently located next to Light Rail. On site parking available for a fee.
San Francisco Location: The San Francisco office is located in the heart of the financial district within walking distance to BART and restaurants. Parking available for a fee.
Los Angeles Location: The Los Angeles office is located in the heart of the downtown financial district within walking distance to restaurants, transit, and multiple parking options available for a fee.
San Diego Location: The San Diego office is located in the heart of Mission Valley, within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Parking options available for a fee.
This job requires reporting on site, however, telework may be available once established.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship or a training plan, now or in the future.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney III https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5795)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) protects consumers and oversees financial service providers and products. The DFPI supervises the operations of state-licensed financial institutions, including banks, credit unions and money transmitters. Additionally, the DFPI licenses and regulates a variety of financial service providers, including securities brokers and dealers, investment advisers, payday lenders and other consumer finance lenders. The DFPI offers benefit packages, competitive salary, a robust training program and opportunities for advancement.
Department Website: https://dfpi.ca.gov/
Special Requirements:
Attorney III https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5795)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=496153)
- Duty Statement https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29527783&name=CombinedDS140-5795-100.214.219AttorneyIII7.14.25.pdf)
Department Information:
The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) protects consumers and oversees financial service providers and products. The DFPI supervises the operations of state-licensed financial institutions, including banks, credit unions and money transmitters. Additionally, the DFPI licenses and regulates a variety of financial service providers, including securities brokers and dealers, investment advisers, payday lenders and other consumer finance lenders. The DFPI offers benefit packages, competitive salary, a robust training program and opportunities for advancement.
Department Website: https://dfpi.ca.gov/
Special Requirements:
The position(s) require(s) a(n) State Bar of California License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Conflict of Interest
This Position Is Subject to Title 10, 250.30 of The California Code of Regulations, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation's Conflict of Interest Regulations, the Incumbent Is Required to Submit a Statements of Economic Interests (form 700) Within 30 Days of Assuming Office, Annually by April 1st and Within 30 Days of Leaving Office.
Additional Filing Instructions:
Do Not Provide Any Personal Identifying Information on The Documents (social Security Number, Date of Birth, Age Etc.) You Submit with Your Application. Additionally, Do Not Complete or Submit the Equal Employment Opportunity, Page 10 of The Std. 678 with Your Application Page. the Eeo Page Is for Examination Use Only. Furthermore, Do Not Provide Any Leap Information with Your Application Package.
Please See the Attached Class Specification. All Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications (mq's) for The Classification They Are Applying For. Possession of Mq's Will Be Verified Prior to Interview And/or Appointment.
Interested Applicants Using Education to Meet Mq's Must Include a Copy of Their Unofficial Transcripts/diploma Showing Completion of Required Coursework for Verification. Official Transcripts May Be Required upon Appointment.
Foreign Degrees Must Provide Degree Evaluation to Verify U.S. Equivalency. Foreign Education Credential Evaluation Services Can Be Found At: Evaluation of Foreign Degrees - United States Department of State.
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: 10/31/2025
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:
This Position Is Subject to Title 10, 250.30 of The California Code of Regulations, the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation's Conflict of Interest Regulations, the Incumbent Is Required to Submit a Statements of Economic Interests (form 700) Within 30 Days of Assuming Office, Annually by April 1st and Within 30 Days of Leaving Office.
Additional Filing Instructions:
- You Are Encouraged to Apply Electronically Through Your Cal Careers Account.
- If Applying with A Hard Copy Application, Please Reference “jc-496153/enf 26-013, 014, and 057” in The Job Title Section of Your State Application in Order to Be Considered for This Vacancy.
- Hard Copy Applications Not Received or Postmarked by 5:00 Pm on The Final Filing Date Will Not Be Accepted.
- Emailed and Faxed Applications Will Not Be Accepted.
Do Not Provide Any Personal Identifying Information on The Documents (social Security Number, Date of Birth, Age Etc.) You Submit with Your Application. Additionally, Do Not Complete or Submit the Equal Employment Opportunity, Page 10 of The Std. 678 with Your Application Page. the Eeo Page Is for Examination Use Only. Furthermore, Do Not Provide Any Leap Information with Your Application Package.
Please See the Attached Class Specification. All Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications (mq's) for The Classification They Are Applying For. Possession of Mq's Will Be Verified Prior to Interview And/or Appointment.
Interested Applicants Using Education to Meet Mq's Must Include a Copy of Their Unofficial Transcripts/diploma Showing Completion of Required Coursework for Verification. Official Transcripts May Be Required upon Appointment.
Foreign Degrees Must Provide Degree Evaluation to Verify U.S. Equivalency. Foreign Education Credential Evaluation Services Can Be Found At: Evaluation of Foreign Degrees - United States Department of State.
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: 10/31/2025
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 Financial Protection and Innovation
N/a
Attn: Phoebe Plumley
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento, Ca 95811
N/a
Attn: Phoebe Plumley
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento, Ca 95811
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 Financial Protection and Innovation
N/a
Phoebe Plumley
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento, Ca 95811
Se Tower
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
N/a
Phoebe Plumley
Human Resources Office
651 Bannon St Suite 300
Sacramento, Ca 95811
Se Tower
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 Qual
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