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Department of Toxic Substances Control

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Join the mission-driven team at the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) as we safeguard California&rsquo;s health and environment. As part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/EPA), DTSC is dedicated to regulating hazardous waste and overseeing the safe handling, treatment, and disposal of toxic substances statewide. In this role, you&rsquo;ll play a crucial part in ensuring compliance with the legal requirements and supporting our efforts to restore contaminated lands. Join DTSC&rsquo;s Office of Legal Counsel and be a vital contributor to our mission of creating a healthier, safer California.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
As an Attorney III you will have the opportunity to:</b></div><ul><li>
Provide legal support on matters related to administrative, civil, and criminal enforcement actions, specifically related to the Santa Susana Field Laboratory Project</li><li>
Review inspection reports, penalty assessments, and other legal documents
</li><li>Draft administrative orders and civil complaints
</li><li>Develop and update department enforcement policies and procedures in collaboration with other department staff</li><li>
Review and analyze historical Department policies and procedures for present applicability</li><li>
Review and analyze policies, procedures, and guidance from other agencies, such as the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/EPA) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) for consistency with the department's policies and procedures</li></ul><div><b>
Desirable Qualifications We Look For:</b></div><ul><li>
Strong legal writing skills</li><li>
Ability to conduct sound legal research and statutory analysis</li><li>
Understanding of the California State statutory laws and provisions of the State Constitution</li><li>
Knowledge of legal principles and application</li><li>
Knowledge of Bankruptcy, Collections, and/or Estate Planning laws</li><li>
Experience in administrative or civil litigation in state and federal courts</li><li>
Knowledge and understanding of environmental laws, such as CERCLA, RCRA, HSAA and HWCL</li><li>
Knowledge of public records requirements</li><li>
Knowledge of government fees and taxes, including, but not limited to, CDTFA and OTA procedures</li></ul><p>
You will find additional information about the job in the <b>Duty Statement</b>.</p>
</div><p></p><div><p>Working Conditions</p>
<p></p><div><b>A hybrid schedule may be available for this position. The position is currently headquartered in Cypress, CA.</b></div><div><b><br>
</b></div><p>Click the link below for a special message from Director Katie Butler on DTSC&rsquo;s culture:</p><div>
DTSC - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)</div>
</div></div><p></p><div><div><p>Minimum Requirements</p>
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.<ul><li>
ATTORNEY III</li></ul>
</div><div><p>Additional Documents</p>
<ul><li>Job Application Package Checklist</li><li>
Duty Statement</li></ul>
</div></div><div><div><p>Position Details</p>
<div><div><div><b>Job Code #:</b> </div><div>JC-498101
</div></div><div><div><b>Position #(s):</b>
</div><div><div>810-414-5795-003</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Working Title:</b> </div><div><b>ATTORNEY III</b>
</div></div></div><div><div><b>Classification:</b> </div><div>ATTORNEY III
<div>$10,852.00 - $15,325.00 A
</div>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
</div></div><div></div><div><div><b># of Positions:</b> </div><div>1
</div></div><div><div><b>Work Location:</b> </div><div>Orange County
</div></div><div><div><b>Telework:</b> </div><div>Hybrid
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Type:</b> </div><div>Permanent, Full Time
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Facility:</b> </div><div>Cypress Regional Office
</div></div></div></div></div><div><p>Department Information</p>
<div><div>This position is located at our Regional office in <b>Cypress, CA</b>.</div><div></div><div><br>
There are no offices available in the <b>Cypress Regional </b>Office, and should the candidate choose to be office centered, they will be provided with a cubicle but would have access to private space when needed for confidential conversations.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Mission: </b>To protect California&rsquo;s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Vision: </b>All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Core Values: </b>DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California&rsquo;s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!</div><div></div><div><b><br>
DTSC Recruitment Survey:</b></div><p>
Click here to complete the DTSC recruitment survey.</p>
</div><p>Department Website: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
</p></div></div><div></div><div><div><p>Special Requirements</p>
<div><ul><li>The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.</li>
</ul></div><div>California State Bar License
</div></div><div><p>Application Instructions</p>
<div><p>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.
</p>Final Filing Date: 12/2/2025
<p><b>Who May Apply</b></p>
<div>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.
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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).
</div><p><b>How To Apply</b></p>
<div>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:<br>
<div><p><b>Address for Mailing Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div>Department of Toxic Substances Control
</div><div>Headquarters
</div><div>Attn: Nicole Baca
</div><div>P.O. Box 806
</div><div></div><div>Sacramento, CA 95812-0806
</div></div></div></div><div><p><b>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div><div>Department of Toxic Substances Control
</div><div>CalEPA
</div><div>Nicole Baca
</div><div>1001 I Street
</div><div></div><div>Sacramento, CA 95814-2828
</div><div>Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.
</div><div>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
</div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Required Application Package Documents</b></p>
<p>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:
</p><ul><li>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.</li>
<li>Resume is required and must be included.</li>
</ul></div>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.
</div></div></div><div><p>Benefits</p>
<div>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
</div></div><div><p>Contact Information</p>
<div><p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
</p><p><b>Department Website:</b> http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
</p><p><b>Human Resources Contact:
</b><br>
Talent Acquisition<br>
(916) 302-0269<br>
Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
</p><p><b>Hiring Unit Contact:
</b><br>
Nicole Baca<br>
(916) 926-9052<br>
Nicole.Baca@dtsc.ca.gov
</p><div><p>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.
</p><b>EEO Contact:</b><br>
EEO Office<br>
(916) 324-3095<br>
OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
</div><p>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.
</p></div></div><div><p>Additional Application Instructions</p>
<p></p><div>For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
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<b>Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. </b>If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the &ldquo;Application Instructions&rdquo; section. <b>Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.</b><br>
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For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include <b>JC #: 498101 </b>and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.</div><div><br>
Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Foreign Degrees</b><b><br>
</b></div><div>Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.</div><div><b><br>
Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at </b><b>https://www.naces.org</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).</b><b><br>
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<div><p>Examination Information</p>
<p></p><div>List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the <b>Attorney III</b>, please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information
</div><div>https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1580</div><div><b>
</b></div></div><p></p><div><div><p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p>
<p>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.
</p><p>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.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

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