ASSISTANT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER – SAN DIEGO COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

San Diego County

Salary: $200,000 – $252,325 per year

Job description and requirements

Back to Job Board ASSISTANT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER – SAN DIEGO COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION San Diego CountyPost DateClosing DateSalary$200,000.00 - $252,324.80 AnnuallyDescriptionASSISTANT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER – COMPLIANCE SAN DIEGO COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION (SDCERA) SDCERA is seeking a collaborative, forward‑thinking Assistant Chief Legal Officer – Compliance to lead its enterprise-wide compliance program. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this role provides critical legal and strategic guidance to the Board and staff on governance, compliance, ethics, procurement, and regulatory matters. Key duties include overseeing daily compliance operations, monitoring risk, updating policies, coordinating internal and external resources, developing training, managing investigations, advising on conflicts of interest and contracts, and supporting strategic initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape compliance in a complex, dynamic regulatory environment and help advance SDCERA’s mission. Please review the detailed job brochure for additional information on the responsibilities and requirements of the position here. The ideal candidate brings broad legal expertise, strong compliance knowledge, and experience advising public organizations. They understand California public‑sector laws and regulations, including CERL, PEPRA, conflict‑of‑interest rules, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act. They excel at clear, persuasive communication; navigate complex, sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; and have a proven record of delivering high‑quality legal services in large public entities. File your application here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sdcounty/jobs/5453046/assistant-chief-legal-officer-compliance-sdcera-26029208u?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobsQualifications Minimum Qualifications Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California and five (5) years of experience that demonstratestheability to performthe essential functions of the classification. *****It is highly desirable that applicants possess ten (10) years of experience providing or assisting with the delivery of legal services to a Board of Retirementor governmentalagency.
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ASSISTANT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER – SAN DIEGO COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

San Diego CountyPost DateClosing DateSalary$200,000.00 - $252,324.80 AnnuallyDescriptionASSISTANT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER – COMPLIANCE
SAN DIEGO COUNTY EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION (SDCERA)
SDCERA is seeking a collaborative, forward‑thinking Assistant Chief Legal Officer – Compliance to lead its enterprise-wide compliance program. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this role provides critical legal and strategic guidance to the Board and staff on governance, compliance, ethics, procurement, and regulatory matters. Key duties include overseeing daily compliance operations, monitoring risk, updating policies, coordinating internal and external resources, developing training, managing investigations, advising on conflicts of interest and contracts, and supporting strategic initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape compliance in a complex, dynamic regulatory environment and help advance SDCERA’s mission. Please review the detailed job brochure for additional information on the responsibilities and requirements of the position here. The ideal candidate brings broad legal expertise, strong compliance knowledge, and experience advising public organizations. They understand California public‑sector laws and regulations, including CERL, PEPRA, conflict‑of‑interest rules, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act. They excel at clear, persuasive communication; navigate complex, sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy; and have a proven record of delivering high‑quality legal services in large public entities. File your application here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sdcounty/jobs/5453046/assistant-chief-legal-officer-compliance-sdcera-26029208u?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobsQualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California and five (5) years of experience that demonstratestheability to performthe essential functions of the classification.

*****It is highly desirable that applicants possess ten (10) years of experience providing or assisting with the delivery of legal services to a Board of Retirementor governmentalagency.

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This posting appears on Csac. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 1, 2026. It was last verified open on November 2, 2026.

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