Special Counsel - Attorney III (Hybrid)

Login or Register Home Daily Jobs Post A Job Employers Create A Company Post A Free Job Post A Featured Job Search Resumes Job Seekers Dashboard Create A Resume Pricing Special Counsel - Attorney III (Hybrid) A Government Entity 16 minutes ago West Sacramento, CA Not Specified Remote JC-520005 10,852 - 15,325 / Monthly Not Specified Share on Apply now Closing Date: 14th June, 2026 Description: Job Description and Duties: This position qualifies for a 'Hire Above Minimum' (HAM) Salary. The starting salary will be $12,046. *this Position Requires an Active Membership with The California State Bar. Are You an Attorney Interested in Public Service? Are You Eager to Grow and Develop as Part of A Diverse and Experienced Team of Attorneys? if So, the California State Teachers' Retirement System Office of The General Counsel Is Currently Accepting Applications for An Attorney Iii. Join a Team that Takes Pride in Developing Expert Attorneys Who Are Committed to Securing the Financial Future and Sustaining the Trust of California's Educators. Under the Direction of The Teachers' Retirement Board and The Administrative Direction of The Chief Executive Officer, the Office of The General Counsel Provides Advice on Legal Issues as They Affect the Overall Programs and Policies of California State Teachers Retirement System (cal Strs), Manages Cal Strs Legal Program, and Represents the System in Litigation, Appeals, and Other Legal Matters. the Office of The General Counsel Is Comprised of Multiple Highly Visible and Complex Business Areas: Office of Legal Ethics & Accountability (olea), Enterprise Information Management & Legal Operations, Information Security Office, Legal Services, Investment Counsel, and Litigation Services. Under the General Direction of The General Counsel, the Attorney Iii Acts as The Special Counsel and Provides Direct Legal Support for The General Counsel Across a Broad Range of Legal Issues and Tasks and Operates at The Full Journey Level. the Incumbent Performs Detailed Legal Research, Analysis, Drafts Legal Documents, Memos, Written Analyses, Articles, and Presentations. the Special Counsel Provides Legal Advice and Analysis on The More Complex Legal Matters Arising in Connection with Cal Strs' Activities, Including, Board Governance, Fiduciary Duties, Securities Litigation, Benefits, Financial and Investment Issues, Compliance with Laws Relating to Public Agencies, Legislation and Regulations, Conflict of Interest, Public Record Access, Confidentiality, Contracting, Work Authorization and Business Immigration, and Personnel Issues Including Investigations, Reasonable Accommodations, and Other Labor and Employment Legal Issues. The Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Skills: Strong Skills in Legal Research and Analysis Across a Wide Range of Topics. Experience Drafting Clear, Accurate Legal Documents and Written Materials. Knowledge of Laws Affecting Public Agencies, Including Regulations, Confidentiality, and Conflicts of Interest. Ability to Advise on Complex Issues Such as Governance and Fiduciary Duty. Experience Providing Legal Support to Executive Leadership. Understanding of Labor and Employment Matters, Including Investigations and Accommodations. Ability to Work Independently at A High Professional Level. Strong Communication Skills for Explaining Complex Legal Issues Clearly. High Level of Judgment, Professionalism, and Confidentiality. Commitment to Values Such as Accountability, Leadership, and Stewardship. Every 12 Months, Based on Performance Evaluation, Employees May Receive a 5% Salary Increase until They Reach the Maximum Salary for The Position. In July 2025, the State of California Implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025. This Program Reduces Employees' Monthly Base Pay in Exchange for Paid Leave Credits. This Position Is Subject to Plp 2025 and Will Have a Monthly Base Pay Reduction of 4.62% in Exchange for 8 Hours of Leave Credits for The Duration of The Program. the Salary Ranges Shown on This Job Posting Do Not Reflect the Reduced Amounts. Does This Opportunity Seem Right for You? if So, See the Application Instructions Section Below and Apply Now. You Will Find Additional Information About the Job in The Duty Statement. ( Working Conditions: Cal Strs Offers a Hybrid Approach Including In-Office and Remote Work Solutions Based on Business Needs. All Staff of Cal Strs Are Employees of The State of California and Subject to California Employment Taxes and Withholdings. upon Appointment, Staff Are Required to Provide a Current California Address to Cal Strs Human Resources to Be Used as A Remote Work Location. This Position Is Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Applicants Must Be Authorized to Work in The Us without The Need for Visa Sponsorship by The Start Date of Employment with Cal Strs. Minimum Requirements: You Will Find the Minimum Requirements in The Class Specification. Attorney Iii ( Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist ( Duty Statement ( Department Information: Cal Strs: Securing the Financial Future and Sustaining the Trust of California's Educators Cal Strs Is the Largest Educator-Only Pension Fund in The World, Providing Retirement, Disability and Survivor Benefits to California's More than 1 Million Public School Educators and Their Families. Named as One of The Best Places to Work in Money Management Ten Times by Pensions & Investments Magazine, We Are a World-Class Financial Services Institution with A Commitment to Sustainability and Wellness. Our Two U.S. Green Building Leed Platinum-Certified Headquarters Buildings in West Sacramento, California, Feature Sustainable Construction, Abundant Natural Lighting, an Organic Garden, Sustainable Beekeeping and Ergonomic Functionally Designed Workspaces. We Offer a Variety of On-Site Amenities to Our Team Members, Including Two Full-Service Cafes, Two Free Fitness Centers, a Bicycle Rental Library and A Child Care Center with A Covered Playground. Team Members Enjoy Walks Along the Sacramento River and Nearby Seasonal Farmers Markets. In Addition to Our State-Of-The-Art Amenities, We Offer Thriving Wellness and Sustainability Programs, an Award-Winning Employee Recognition Program, and Ongoing Training, Learning and Development Opportunities. We Offer Competitive Benefits, Flexible Work Hours and Hybrid Work Options. We Are Committed to Creating a Workplace Where Our Team Members Thrive. If You're Looking for A Rewarding Career and Are Interested in Becoming Part of A Diverse and Inclusive Workforce Where Talent, Expertise and Wellness Are Valued, We Encourage You to Find out More About Our Many Career Options at Cal Strs.Com/careers. Special Requirements: Exam This Position Requires a Current Attorney Iii Examination. if You Need to Take the Examination or If Your Score Has Expired, Click Here to Gain List Eligibility. Cal Strs Personal Trading Program Investment Branch Employees Are Required to Participate in The Cal Strs Personal Trading Program Which Allows Cal Strs to Monitor Employees' Personal Trading Transactions in Order to Reduce Risks Associated with Insider Trading, Front Running, and Misusing Material Non-Public Information. upon Accepting a Position Within the Investment Branch, You Will Be Required to Disclose Your Personal Broker Account Information and Be Required to Utilize a Personal Broker from A Designated List as Provided by Cal Strs. Background Investigation: Prior to Employment with Cal Strs, a Background Investigation (bi) Will Be Conducted. the Bi Consists of A Personal History Statement and Fingerprinting Through the Department of Justice. the Bi Will Check Criminal and Civil Records And, if Applicable, Verify Education and Check Driving Records. Cal Strs Disclosure Requirements This Position May Be Subject to Disclosure and Disqualification Requirements Concerning Economic Conflict of Interest in Government Work, Including the Conflict of Interest Code that Applies to Cal Strs Team Members and The Political Reform Act, Which Require Disclosure of Certain Investment Information and Use of A Designated Trading Platform for Securities Transactions, as Well as Filing a Statement of Economic Interest (form 700). Incompatible Activities This Position Is Subject to The Provisions of Government Code Section 19990. upon Accepting a Position at Cal Strs, You Will Also Be Required to Comply with The Cal Strs Incompatible Activities Policy by Ensuring that Outside Work or Activities Are Compatible and Align with Your Professional Activities or Workplace Obligations. 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 : 6/14/2026 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 Pro Similar Jobs Health Quality Enforcement Section Deputy Attor... 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