Attorney IV

Are you a highly independent worker who has a firm understanding of workers’ compensation law, regulations, office processes and procedures? Are you ready to make a bold impact with your legal skills and incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create efficient and automated systems to compliment an already high functioning legal department? Join State Fund’s Elite Worker’s Compensation Team!

State Compensation Insurance Fund’s Special Projects Unit is seeking an experienced Attorney IV to join our exceptional legal team to serve as a subject matter expert in the integration and tactical execution of AI technology projects and how those will impact the execution of the legal department’s processes and applications. This is your chance to shine in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your knowledge of legal processes and the integration of AI will shape the future of workers’ compensation law.

The Attorney IV is expected to work primarily on Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation initiatives in addition to the more complex, sensitive, and difficult technology assignments.

Who We Are Looking For:

Candidates with exceptional knowledge of the legal department’s applications/systems/processes. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our inclusive team.

Your Role:

As a vital member of our Special Projects team, you'll enjoy a diverse and fulfilling role. You will:

• Identify and recommend technology tools and enhancements to Senior Legal Leadership that impact the execution of legal internal processes and existing applications/software.
• Participate in development and project management meetings.
• Development of project briefs and business requirement documents related to AI and the legal department’s internal procedures, legal document automation, and systems improvements.
• Coordinate training and testing related to technology projects.
• Understand high to very high impact to the California business environment (employers, employees, the workers' compensation system).
• Handle high to very high political and media impact, implications, or sensitivity.
• Research high to very high potential dollar amount of the transaction or risk.
• Handle the majority of individual assignment with high to very high potential exposure to State Fund.
• Lead/participate on "project" type work related to AI, automation, and system improvements that impact the legal department’s processes/procedures.
• Handle and advise on precedent setting exposure where there is a possibility of high to very high impact on State Fund.

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

Salary

• $11,993 - $16,096/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY IV

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 in Workers’ Compensation legal technology processes
• Have a strong understanding of AI, Automation, and Technology and how to apply those to a legal department’s existing internal processes
• Exceptional analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Exceptional research abilities
• Outstanding customer service and client relations skills
• Concise and persuasive writing abilities
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage project, meet deadlines, and work independently or on a team

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

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.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

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: 3/16/2026

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.

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:

State Compensation Insurance Fund
Mailing Address
Attn: JC-505647 TJ
PO BOX 659015
Sacramento, CA 95865

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Compensation Insurance Fund
Talent Acquisition/Staffing
JC-505647 TJ
2275 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Describe the type of experience/knowledge you have regarding Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Technological efficient?

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.

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 full 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.

Location:

This position offers the flexibility of remote work. However, candidates will be required to attend in-person meetings as required. Reimbursement for local travel will be provided within the allowable mile radius.

Position can be filled in:Bakersfield, Fresno, Glendale, Oxnard, Pleasanton, Redding, Riverside, Rohnert Park, Sacramento, Salinas San Diego, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Santa Ana & Stockton.

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.

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. Benefits

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS), Retirement (CalPERS), Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Group Legal Services Insurance, Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave, Flex Elect Reimbursement Program, Wellness and Recognition, Alternate Work Schedules, Transit Pass Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Dependent Scholarship Program, Leadership Training, Mentoring Program

Please access the link below for information on benefits afforded to CalPERS membership and benefits/protections provided by the State Civil Service Act

https://benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/