Job Description

Under the general direction of the Assistant Deputy Director, Legal Affairs Division, the Assistant Chief Counsel oversees day-to-day operations of the Legal Division, including supervising and supporting a team of attorneys, managing their workload, and interacting with and advising the Department and its boards, bureaus and programs in various settings.

Please refer to the duty statement for specific duties.

Licensing requirement: Incumbent must maintain active membership in the California State Bar and be a member in good standing.

The position is subject to the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI): Title 11, Section 703(d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program matters at all times.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

The incumbent works in an office setting in the Legal Affairs Division suite, with artificial light and temperature control.

Hybrid telework is available based on operational needs and is subject to change, with a current minimum two in-office workdays per week. On March 3, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-22-25, which requires departments to adopt a four day per week default in-office requirement beginning July 1, 2025.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-473765

Position #(s):

610-200-5871-002

610-200-5871-XXX

Working Title:

ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

Classification:

ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

$14,090.00 - $17,225.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Legal Affairs Division

Department Information

The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners.

DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees.

The Legal Division serves as in-house legal counsel to the Department and its boards, bureaus, and programs. Legal Division attorneys regularly attend and provide legal advice at public meetings and hearings. They provide legal analysis and opinions on laws, issues, and proposed legislation relevant to the Department and its constituent agencies, including the regulatory licensing laws of the Business and Professions Code, administrative adjudication, the State rulemaking process, and conflict of interest laws. The Legal Division also provides advice on the Bagley-Keene Open Meetings Act, Public Records Act, Information Practices Act, government contracts, and employer-employee matters, such as employee disciplinary matters. The Legal Division serves as litigation liaison with the Office of the Attorney General.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) BAR Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.

• Statement of Qualifications - Interested candidates must submit a response to the following statement. The response must be no more than two (2) type-written pages in length, using 12-point font with one-inch page margins. Applications received without a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered.

Describe your work experience, knowledge, and abilities that qualify you for the Assistant Chief Counsel position in the DCA Legal Affairs Division, including experience related to the Desirable Qualifications in this posting. The SOQ should include examples that demonstrate your ability to successfully perform in the position. The SOQ will also serve as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing since this is a critical factor to successful job performance.

• Writing Sample: Please also provide a recent sample of your writing that reflects your legal reasoning and analytical skills.

• Resume and cover letter required and must be included with SOQ and writing sample.

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: 4/29/2025

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).


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 CalCareer Account at 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:

Department of Consumer Affairs

Office of Human Resources

Attn: Recruitment Technician, JC-473765, GP

1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento, CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Consumer Affairs

Office of Human Resources

Recruitment Technician, JC-473765, GP

1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-321

Sacramento, CA 95834

Please note: The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

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:

• 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 All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Other -

  Cover Letter - A cover letter is required and must be included.

• Statement of Qualifications - *Resume, SOQ, Writing Sample, and cover letter required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

1. Exceptional leadership skills, project management skills, and flexibility.

2. Management and/or supervisory experience, preferably including the supervision of attorneys.

3. Demonstrated ability to advise a public regulatory entity and to develop subject matter expertise in a variety of complex subjects.

4. Administrative licensing/discipline experience.

5. Experience in litigation, including making court appearances, preparing briefs and responding to discovery.

6. Experience drafting, reviewing and/or interpreting rules, regulations and proposed legislation.

7. Demonstrated ability to analyze legal principles and precedents, apply them to complex legal and administrative problems, and recommend and/or implement an effective course of action.

8. Demonstrated ability to work in politically sensitive areas while dealing effectively with others, including outside stakeholders, under significant pressure and short time frames, and with diplomacy and sound judgment.

9. Knowledge of the structure and operations of DCA, including the Legal Affairs Division, and its functions and programs.

10. Knowledge and experience providing legal advice to a public entity on civil service personnel, worker’s compensation, and/or reasonable accommodation matters.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Plenty of free parking, a comfortable work environment, and close to shopping, restaurants, and freeways.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kymberly Kaslar
(916) 574-8249
kymberly.kaslar@dca.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 574-8280
EEO@dca.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Instructions

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification ( please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678).

Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Multiple positions may become available.

Electronic Submission:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as state on the job vacancy announcement.

U.S Postal Service Mail:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery:

Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Please note the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions, regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer unit at (866)844-8671.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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