Special Prosecutions Attorney
About the role
Deputies in the Special Prosecutions Section are experienced criminal trial attorneys who work independently in the prosecution of complex, multi-jurisdictional criminal cases including various forms of fraud, AB 1506 officer-involved fatal shooting incidents, tax evasion and underground economy violations, human trafficking, organized retail theft, fentanyl trafficking, and political corruption.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with teams of legal, auditing, and law enforcement professionals
- Handle every stage of investigation and prosecution from referral to jury trial
- Assist multiagency task forces, such as the Tax Recovery in the Underground Economy (TRUE) task force, and other law enforcement agencies
- Travel to fully participate in investigations and prosecutions in multiple jurisdictions
- Participate in rotating on-call rotations for response to officer-involved shootings
Locations
These positions are located in the Criminal Law Division, Special Prosecutions Section and may be filled in Sacramento or San Francisco.
Work Schedule
- Permanent, Full Time
- Monday-Friday
- Telework Hybrid
Qualifications
Multiple positions available. The Deputy Attorney General classifications qualify for a "Hire Above Minimum" (HAM) salary. New to State candidates in the DAG series will be hired at the starting HAM salary of the classifications. DAG V consideration - lateral transfers only.
Salary
- Deputy Attorney General IV: $11,993.00 - $16,096.00
- Deputy Attorney General (Range A, 0-24 months): $8,846
- Deputy Attorney General (Range B, 2-5 years): $9,956
- Deputy Attorney General III (5 years): $12,046
- Deputy Attorney General IV (6+ years): $13,313
- Deputy Attorney General V (lateral only): $14,051
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- 11 paid holidays
- Flexible paid leave options
- Consistent wage increases
- Pension retirement
- Job stability
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov. If you'd like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email Recruiters@doj.ca.gov.
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