Job Description

We're looking for paralegals who enjoy litigation and want to help out with trials in our diverse and often high-profile civil litigation practice serving the people of the State of California.


As part of our team in the Tort and Condemnation Section of the California Attorney General's Office, you will assist Deputy Attorneys General in litigating and trying a variety of cases involving government tort liability, including civil rights, personal injury, premises liability, excessive force, medical malpractice, due process, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and mass torts arising out of floods and fires.


Tort and Condemnation paralegal duties include:

Assisting in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal Coordinating requests for representation from client agencies Drafting and responding to discovery requests and assisting in discovery management Interviewing and preparing witnesses Analyzing and summarizing medical records, other evidence, and witness testimony Coordinating with expert witnesses, including preparing contracts, managing billing, and assisting attorneys in preparing witnesses for testimony Communicating and coordinating directly with clients and witnesses Working collaboratively with team members Representing the Attorney General's Office with the highest ethical and professional standards

You will find additional information about the job in the

Duty Statement

.


Working Conditions


This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the office, with required in-person days based on operational needs. Travel and in-person attendance may be required for trials, trial preparation, witness interviews, depositions, and operationally as needed.
Minimum Requirements


You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.SENIOR LEGAL ANALYST LEGAL ANALYST LEGAL ASSISTANT

Additional Documents


Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-488731

Position #(s):

420-184-5333-XXX

Working Title:

PARALEGAL, TORT AND CONDEMNATION SECTION

Classification:

SENIOR LEGAL ANALYST
$6,330.00 - $7,929.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

LEGAL ANALYST


$5,529.00 - $6,922.00 A
LEGAL ASSISTANT


$4,873.00 - $6,102.00 A

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Fresno County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Week:

Monday - Friday
Department Information


These positions are located in the Division of Civil Law, Tort & Condemnation Section and may be filled in Sacramento (JC-488679), San Francisco (JC-488692), Los Angeles (JC-488699), San Diego (JC-488715), Fresno (JC-488731) or Oakland (JC-488737). Please clearly indicate your preferred city in the "Explanations" section of your State application. Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus letter, if that is the basis of their eligibility. Please note that all new-to-state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations. For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Perso

nal Leave Program: Effective July 12025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit

Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Special Requirements


A fingerprint check will be required. Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General Process is described at: http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams. Clearly indicate the Job Control Code

(JC-488731)

and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your STD 678 State Application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment. The Department of Justice may consider a Training & Development (T&D) assignment for this recruitment. If you are applying for a T&D assignment, please note "T&D" in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application (STD 678) form.

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: 10/19/2025

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Justice
Joshua Quinones
Attn: Joshua Quinones (JC-488731)
1300 i Street
Suite 1010-4
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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



Department of Justice
Joshua Quinones
Joshua Quinones (JC-488731)
1300 i Street
Suite 1010-4
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 - + Writing Sample
+ Cover Letter
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:



Experience in legal support of civil litigation in California state or federal courts Experience in tort and personal injury defense is desirable, but not required Ability to work independently and provide high-level assistance to attorneys Excellent legal research, writing, and organization skills Ability to clearly and respectfully communicate with clients, colleagues, supervisors, and court personnel Experience in document management and working with electronic data Knowledge of the Government Claims Act is desirable


A successful candidate should be well organized, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude, and be team-oriented, as well as have an excellent work ethic and strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.


Benefits


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


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

Hiring Unit Contact:

Joshua Quinones

(916) 210-6818

joshua.quinones@doj.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) 210-7580

EERROffice@doj.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 Information on Application Filing


Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.


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.