Attorney IV (JC-404730) 12/22/23

To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply you must first create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created you can search 404730 to locate the job posting and apply.

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 12/22/2023. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

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The State Water Resources Control Board’s, Office of Enforcement (OE) has an opening for a permanent full time Attorney IV in its State Water Board Programs Legal Unit to assist with fraud prevention and underground storage tank enforcement work. OE acts as legal advisor to both the State Water Board and the nine Regional Water Boards in all matters relating to enforcement. The position requires frequent adversarial engagement with the regulated public, stakeholders, non-governmental organizations, and other government agencies. The position location is 801 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. The building is a short 5-minute walk to CalEPA headquarters and is conveniently located near public transportation. 801 K Street has on-site permitted parking for a monthly rate and secure bicycle parking.

Duties: Assisting in all aspects of an investigation and prosecution of enforcement matters arising out of the State Water Board’s enforcement programs. This position will support the enforcement of the State Water Board’s underground storage tank leak prevention program. This position will also support fraud prevention investigations and enforcement actions where state funds are being misused or where false information is being provided to the Division of Financial Assistance for monetary gain. Please review the Duty Statement attached.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $11,644 - $14,954/month

“The Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.”