ATTORNEY IV

Job Description and Duties Are you an employment/HR attorney with experience or interest in tort law who cares deeply about the future of science and nature in California? This position will be a member of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's (CDFW) highly collaborative and creative legal office comprised of natural resources, employment, contract, administrative, enforcement, and water law legal professionals. This Attorney IV will take on the challenging legal role as CDFW's primary lead on a variety of the most difficult, complex, and sensitive legal work involving human resources, labor, employment, and tort matters. This attorney will work closely with CDFW management, including the highest-level staff in CDFW’s Administration Division and the Opportunity Office. The position will also collaborate on the most sensitive matters with appointees in the Department, Natural Resources Agency, and other parts of the Governor’s Administration. A more detailed description of the position's duties is set forth in the duty statement. Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR. This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. Link to Attorney IV Exam: CalCareers You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. This position requires active membership in the California State Bar. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Demonstrated ability to independently and effectively perform and complete work; set and meet priorities; work with technical experts; and negotiate and handle difficult and sensitive situations with thoughtfulness and tact. Excellent oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; organizational skills; sound judgment; strong attention to detail; ability to effectively manage competing deadlines; and a collegial and professional attitude.