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California Department of Justice

Correctional Law Section Deputy Attorney General III

California Department of Justice, San Francisco, California, United States

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Correctional Law Section Deputy Attorney General III California Department of Justice provides a pay range. Actual pay will be based on skills and experience, to be discussed with the recruiter.

Base Pay Range JC-503055: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Job Description and Duties The Correctional Law Section is one of the largest in the Civil Division of the California Attorney General’s Office, with approximately 125 deputies statewide. Deputies defend state employees in federal and state litigation brought by inmates, providing excellent representation to high‑ranking officials, correctional administrators, and employees.

Engage in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal.

Investigate facts and analyze documentary evidence.

Appear in all levels of state and federal courts.

Exercise independence and initiative in cases involving cutting‑edge issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights.

Carry a caseload while working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve excellent results for the State of California.

Travel as necessary for depositions, witness interviews, client meetings, and site inspections inside correctional institutions statewide.

This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the office most days, but some regular required in‑office attendance. Travel and additional in‑person attendance may be required for court appearances, meetings, and other occasional operational needs.

Position Details Job Code: JC-503055 Title: Correctional Law Section Deputy Attorney General III Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III Salary: $10,852.00 - $15,325.00 Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Week: Monday‑Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Correctional Law Section and may be filled in Sacramento (JC-503054), San Francisco (JC-503055), Los Angeles (JC-503056), or San Diego (JC-503057).

The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a “Hire Above Minimum

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