California Department of Industrial Relations
Attorney Ill, Cal/OSHA
California Department of Industrial Relations, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Attorney III, Cal/OSHA – California Department of Industrial Relations
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Attorney III, Cal/OSHA
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California Department of Industrial Relations .
1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Salary Base pay range: $360,000.00 – $530,000.00.
Job Overview Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel of the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Attorney IIIs represent DOSH in a wide range of legal issues within the jurisdiction of the Division. They work with broad discretion and independence, expected to be experts in complex occupational safety and health employment law, and handle administrative proceedings, writs, and appeals.
Key Responsibilities
Represent DOSH in complex administrative hearings before the Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board.
Represent DOSH in civil and writ litigation before California trial and appellate courts.
Advising the Chief, management, and the Division on policy, sensitive, and high‑profile matters and program direction.
Providing analysis and advice concerning Public Records Act requests.
Analyzing and drafting proposed legislation and regulations.
Appearing before the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board.
Providing legal services on a wide variety of other issues arising in the operation of DOSH, including occupational safety and health law, administrative law, employment law, labor law, constitutional law, corporate law, bankruptcy law, criminal law, and civil procedure law.
Essential Functions & Competencies
Perform legal work competently, with strong technical skills and minimal supervision.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, including producing well‑written and compelling legal briefs.
Appear and perform competently in civil or administrative courts with professionalism.
Communicate respectfully with opposing counsel, clients, stakeholders, colleagues, and the public.
Travel locally within Southern California and, on occasion, one to three‑day overnight trips within California.
Demonstrate good judgment and uphold high ethical standards.
Location & Telework One position available in Los Angeles, Monrovia, or Riverside. Telework agreements available; attorneys conduct a majority of hearings remotely.
Qualifications
Either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
Must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification.
Application Requirements
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application).
Resume.
Cover letter (describe relevant experience).
A recent writing sample no longer than 15 pages.
Application Instructions Complete applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date: 1/23/2026. Applications are due via CalCareer account or by mail to:
Department of Industrial Relations, Certifications Unit, 1416 9th Street, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics.
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Attorney III, Cal/OSHA
role at
California Department of Industrial Relations .
1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Salary Base pay range: $360,000.00 – $530,000.00.
Job Overview Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel of the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), Attorney IIIs represent DOSH in a wide range of legal issues within the jurisdiction of the Division. They work with broad discretion and independence, expected to be experts in complex occupational safety and health employment law, and handle administrative proceedings, writs, and appeals.
Key Responsibilities
Represent DOSH in complex administrative hearings before the Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board.
Represent DOSH in civil and writ litigation before California trial and appellate courts.
Advising the Chief, management, and the Division on policy, sensitive, and high‑profile matters and program direction.
Providing analysis and advice concerning Public Records Act requests.
Analyzing and drafting proposed legislation and regulations.
Appearing before the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board.
Providing legal services on a wide variety of other issues arising in the operation of DOSH, including occupational safety and health law, administrative law, employment law, labor law, constitutional law, corporate law, bankruptcy law, criminal law, and civil procedure law.
Essential Functions & Competencies
Perform legal work competently, with strong technical skills and minimal supervision.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing, including producing well‑written and compelling legal briefs.
Appear and perform competently in civil or administrative courts with professionalism.
Communicate respectfully with opposing counsel, clients, stakeholders, colleagues, and the public.
Travel locally within Southern California and, on occasion, one to three‑day overnight trips within California.
Demonstrate good judgment and uphold high ethical standards.
Location & Telework One position available in Los Angeles, Monrovia, or Riverside. Telework agreements available; attorneys conduct a majority of hearings remotely.
Qualifications
Either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.
Must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification.
Application Requirements
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic application).
Resume.
Cover letter (describe relevant experience).
A recent writing sample no longer than 15 pages.
Application Instructions Complete applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date: 1/23/2026. Applications are due via CalCareer account or by mail to:
Department of Industrial Relations, Certifications Unit, 1416 9th Street, 13th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics.
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