Job Posting: Attorney IV

Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)

JC-516560
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Attorney IV
ATTORNEY IV

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

Final Filing Date: 5/8/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under minimal supervision, the Attorney IV performs some of the most politically sensitive and complex legal work including reviewing, researching, and interpreting federal and state laws and regulations, case law, and program guidance; advising on funding issues and parameters of broad discretionary authority; assisting in the drafting and reviewing of program policy guidance; and providing substantive litigation support to the Office of the Attorney General. The Attorney IV also drafts, negotiates and oversees execution of grants/contracts, along with exempt contracts and related instruments such as sponsorships or subscriptions. 

This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill identical vacancies which occur with 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.

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

Working Conditions

Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) - Effective the first day of the July 2025 pay period through the October 2026 pay period, PLP 2025 will apply to BU 2-represented employees. Employees continue to work their assigned work schedules and shall have a reduction in pay equal to four and sixty-two hundredths percent (4.62%). Each full-time employee shall be credited with 8 hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period for the duration of the PLP 2025 program.   

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-516560
Position #(s):
475-550-5780-001
Working Title:
Attorney IV
Classification:
ATTORNEY IV
$11,993.00 - $16,096.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Commission for Behavioral Health champions wellbeing for all Californians, especially those most in need, through behavioral health prevention and intervention, including mental health, substance use disorders, and trauma-related disorders. By working with the community, experts, and civic partners, we help to increase public understanding, catalyze best practices, and inspire innovation. Our goal: accelerating transformational change in California’s behavioral health system.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with BHSOAC’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Department Website: http://www.bhsoac.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a(n) The California State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Licensing Requirement – The incumbent must maintain an active membership in the California State Bar.

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: 5/8/2026

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:

Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Human Resources
Attn: Certification Analyst
1812 9th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Human Resources
Certification Analyst
1812 9th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
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.
  • School Transcripts
  • Statement of Qualifications -
    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ must be no more than two-pages in length using 12-pt., Arial-font, single-spaced. Applications received without a SOQ will not be considered. 
    1.) Please explain why you want to join the Commission for Behavioral Health Legal Office team, and how your background meets the Desirable Qualifications noted.  

    To support fair hiring, applicants should prepare their application materials using their own knowledge, experience, and skills. Your responses should show your own qualifications and work history. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools should only be used responsibly. 
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:
  • Education, training and/or experience to successfully perform the most complex and highly technical policy legal work of an Attorney IV with minimal supervision, including, but not limited to: in-depth research and analysis of federal and state statutes, regulations and case law; providing verbal guidance and formulating strategic approaches to implement that guidance; drafting well-reasoned and concise written legal opinions and guidance; analyzing and drafting proposed legislation; assisting in the drafting and review of proposed regulations; and providing substantive litigation support to the Office of the Attorney General on program specific litigation; 
  • Experience providing advice to a public board or commission on a variety of the most complicated legal issues, and highly political and sensitive matters; 
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, on complex and highly technical legal issues; 
  • Capable of meeting strict deadlines, and/or on an expedited basis with the highest degree of autonomy; 
  • Willingness and ability to perform all duties in a customer service-oriented manner. 
  • Background in public contract drafting and California procurement law and processes 
  • Knowledge of the Public Records Act 

Benefits

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: http://www.bhsoac.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 500-0577
HR_Recruiting@bhsoac.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:
Annie Palmero
(916) 312-4432
Annie.Palmero@bhsoac.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 Application Information

Applications received without the following information may be considered incomplete:

  • "to" and "from" dates (month/day/year);
  • hours worked per week; total worked
  • civil service classification or private sector job titles;
  • supervisor name and phone number;
  • duties performed.

Applications with "see resume" in place of duties performed are not acceptable.

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
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