ATTORNEY III
- State Compensation Insurance Fund
- California, USA
- $10,852 - $15,325 monthly
Job Description
State Compensation Insurance Fund
ATTORNEY III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00 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: 5/15/2026
Job Description and Duties
Ready to showcase your litigation skills? Join an experienced team of attorneys delivering superior outcomes for California’s injured workers and the employers we serve. Be part of our Legal team and make a meaningful impact.
State Fund’s Rohnert Park and San Francisco Legal offices are seeking motivated litigators at the Attorney III or Attorney level to join our team. Positions are available in both the Rohnert Park and San Francisco offices.
At State Fund, we represent insured employers and State agencies and handle complex workers' compensation-related issues.
In this role, you will make a real impact by managing, litigating, and resolving cases in depositions, administrative hearings, and court proceedings, while supporting the fair and timely delivery of benefits to injured workers.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking attorneys with experience in California Workers’ Compensation law, as well as those with experience in litigation and other Administrative Law forums. While our primary focus is on experienced candidates, newly admitted attorneys and those with little or no Workers’ Compensation background are also encouraged to apply for an opportunity to join our team. We value diversity and inclusion, and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
Location:
The Rohnert Park and San Francisco Legal units appear before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) district offices throughout Northern California. Attorneys in these units primarily appear at the Sonoma, Oakland and San Francisco WCAB locations. The successful candidate may be required to appear at other WCAB offices and locations as needed.
To facilitate local in-person hearings, we seek candidates located within Alameda, Sonoma, Sacramento, and San Francisco counties, or counties nearby. Reimbursement for authorized travel will be provided within the allowable mile radius.
Your Role:
As a vital member of our team, you'll enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. Your responsibilities will include:
- Collaborating with internal and external clients
- Drafting pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Conducting discovery and supporting case development
- Participating in settlement discussions and negotiations
- Making frequent court appearances at the Workers Compensation Appeals Board, including trials
Working Conditions
To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 state application, resume, and statement of qualifications via CalCareers. Resumes submitted in lieu of the STD 678 may not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.
Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund.
Candidates must reside in California to be eligible for this appointment.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting an SOQ that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.
Position Details
Shall Consider:
ATTORNEY
Department Information
State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits.
Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all. We recognize and reward high performance, yet value a healthy work/life balance.
Department Website: http://www.statefundca.com
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
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: 5/15/2026Who May Apply
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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
- Statement of Qualifications -
Legal Writing Samples: (Petition, Motion, Brief, Appeal)
Desirable Qualifications
- Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills
- Exceptional research abilities
- Outstanding customer service and client relations skills
- Concise and persuasive writing abilities
- Ability to comprehend complex medical reports
- Excellent organizational skills, coupled with the ability to meet deadlines while managing an active caseload
- Effective collaboration with peers, supervisors, internal and external clients, and other State Fund employees
- The flexibility to work independently and as a cohesive team member
At State Fund, we foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where your career can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the legal field and help shape the future of workers' compensation law in California.
Benefits
https://benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/
Contact Information
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.
Department Website: http://www.statefundca.com
Human Resources Contact:
Tahir Jones
(800) 499-8668
Hiring Unit Contact:
Tahir Jones
(916) 924-6880
tkjones@scif.com
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:Rosa Gil-Robles
(800) 499-8668
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.
Acknowledgement
By applying to this position, you are also acknowledging that you have received the following information:
- California State benefits
- Duty statement/Job Description
- Salary ranges and steps for the classification(s) advertised
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.
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