Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel for the Division of Recycling, the Attorney III will play a key role in supporting California’s efforts to promote environmental protection and a circular economy. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact matters in a supportive, mission-driven legal office.
As an Attorney III, you will:
- Lead administrative law cases, including preparing matters for hearing, advising program staff, negotiating settlements, and representing the Department in administrative proceedings.
- Serve as the Department’s liaison with the Attorney General’s Office on civil and criminal cases.
- Conduct legal research and analysis involving state and federal laws, regulations, and case decisions related to the Department’s programs—especially the Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act.
- Draft high-quality legal documents, including briefs, Accusations, memoranda, and correspondence involving complex and sensitive issues.
- Handle requests made under the California Public Records Act.
- Review, draft, and advise on legislative proposals and rulemaking packages relating to the Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act and its regulations.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, and maintain a professional, respectful working style with colleagues, stakeholders, and the public.
Why This Role Matters
Your work will support California’s nationally recognized recycling programs and help ensure integrity, transparency, and strong legal foundations for policies that impact millions of Californians and the environment.
Shall Consider:
ATTORNEY
$7,506.00 – $12,026.00
