Attorney/Attorney III Enforcement Division Hybrid Option

Pending Budget Approval Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. Telework is available for this position; however, changes to the telework program are at the Agency's discretion. Remote-centered employees may be required to report in person to one of the agency's multiple reporting locations, as determined by management, and may be required to utilize a shared workspace or hotel when working in the office. Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel of the California Privacy Protection Agency (Agency or CalPrivacy) and with occasional instruction from the Deputy Director of the Agency's Enforcement Division, the Attorney III is responsible for prosecuting, with minimal supervision, violations of the statutes and regulations under the jurisdiction of CalPrivacy's Enforcement Division (the Laws) in administrative enforcement actions. The Attorney III investigates violations of the Laws, reviews consumer complaints and other leads, gathers and analyzes facts, evaluates legal arguments and defenses, conducts probable cause hearings, drafts administrative pleadings, and presents legal arguments before probable cause hearing officers, administrative law judges, and the CalPrivacy Board. The Attorney III participates in all aspects of administrative enforcement actions, including discovery, motion practice, and settlement discussions with opposing counsel. The Attorney III collaborates with the Enforcement Division's Attorney IV who may serve as lead counsel on projects in which the Attorney III and Attorney IV are jointly working. The Attorney III also collaborates with the CA Attorney General's office and other government agencies in other jurisdictions. This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year. CPPA is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information click here: Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include: Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance Paid Holidays and leave Defined benefit retirement program Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457) Commute Program Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees! Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ATTORNEY III ATTORNEY 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: Experience of post-JD litigation of administrative cases with responsibility for all aspects of discovery, trial, settlement negotiations, and appeals; or pre-JD course work covering administrative litigation. Experience advising a government agency or other organization and developing subject matter expertise in a variety of complex subjects. Experience in matters involving government investigations, partnering with law enforcement, gathering evidence, issuing subpoenas, and making enforcement recommendations. Experience in matters involving responding to government investigations or conducting corporate internal investigations. Strong ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues, write clearly and persuasively, and exercise fair and sound judgment. Experience reviewing contracts, including memorandums of understanding, and inter-agency agreements. Experience with privacy, data security, and technology policies. Experience with a high volume of work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Access to a professional work environment or workspace