ATTORNEY IV

$11,993.00 - $16,096.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote centeredenvironment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Attorney IV to independently performs the more complex and sensitive legal services with broad discretion.

Under general direction of the Policy Regulation & Approval Bureau (PRAB) Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney IV is considered a legal expert with a high level of experience and specialization in insurance law; provides formal, informal, oral, and written legal advice to the Assistant Chief Counsel, Deputy Commissioner and other CDI personnel on a variety of issues pertaining to federal and state insurance law. The incumbent reviews and analyzes complex insurance policy forms, health insurance company reporting, and related documents for compliance with statutory and regulatory standards; interprets complex legislation, statutes, and regulations pertaining to these various types of insurance policies; responds to inquiries from the public, insurance industry, legislators and other California Department of Insurance (CDI) personnel; completes special project/assignments, and makes recommendations to the Assistant Chief Counsel. In addition, the incumbent assists the Assistant Chief Counsel in matters that require review and interpretation of policy filings considering past Department practices, law, and experience and maintaining subject matter guides.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700), which includes an Assuming Office filing within 30 days of appointment, annual filings, and a Leaving Office filing within 30 days of physical separation. Non-compliance with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may result in the voiding of appointment, financial penalties, or enforcement actions.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website ( ).

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

Working Conditions

• Work in a high-rise office building
• Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.
• Lift, carry or otherwise transport laptop computer and documents to court, meetings, conferences, and other appearances.
• Occasional travel is required within and/or outside the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.). An Attorney IV may act in a lead capacity on a team with more junior attorneys and legal analysts. Travel may include overnight stay.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY IV

ATTORNEY IV $11,993.00 - $16,096.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

LEGAL BRANCH

REGULATORY & LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION

POLICY REGULATION AND APPROVAL BUREAU I

These positions are available to be headquartered in LosAngeles, Oakland, or Sacramento.

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 and specialization in insurance law
• Experience reviewing and analyzing complex insurance forms, policies and reporting
• Experience reviewing, analyzing and drafting proposed legislation
• Experience conducting, consolidating and applying legal research
• Proficiency with personal computing and Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong inter-personal skills and a high level of professional standards
• Ability to lead a team, work independently and collaborate in teams.

• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultations Unit

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Examination Information

Step 1 - If you have not taken the Attorney IV examination, or if your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely. It should be typed in 12-Point, single spaced, Arial font and be no more than three pages in length.

Describe how your education, work experience, skills, and abilities have prepared you for the Attorney IV position in the Policy Regulation & Approval Bureau I. Reference the position duty statement and desirable qualifications to draft your response.

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.