Senior Administrative Law Judge

**This position is pending budgetary approval.**

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced remote centered environment with variety in your work? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Senior Administrative Law Judge with experience researching, interpreting and applying various provisions of federal and state statutes, regulations, policies and case law in conjunction with conducting hearings and preparing decisions.

If this is you, then CDI may be the employer for you!

Under supervision of the Supervising Administrative Law Judge in the Administrative Hearing Bureau (AHB), the Senior ALJ acts at the expert level and presides over the most complex and technical quasi-judicial hearings involving expert interpretation and application of provisions of the most difficult Insurance Code, Administrative Procedures Act and other applicable statutes and regulations; renders proposed decisions; and accomplishes other assignments under the direction of the Supervising Administrative Law Judge.

This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict-of-Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

New to state service? Learn how to apply here.

Please, take two minutes to check us out or provide your feedback.

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

Salary

• $11,154 - $15,546/month

Qualifications

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

• SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE

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:

• Demonstrated ability to research, interpret and apply various provisions of federal and state statutes, regulations, policies and case law in conjunction with conducting hearings and preparing decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to make accurate summaries of evidence, prepare appropriate findings and conclusions of law, and make recommendations based on such facts.
• Knowledge of laws governing California Department of Insurance (CDI), the law administered by CDI, and the judicial interpretations of such laws.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of insurance accounting, underwriting, and operation of the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of legal principles and their application, conduct of hearing proceedings, and the provisions of the Administrative Procedures Act.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence governing such procedures and the laws relating to serving notices, taking depositions, and issuing subpoenas.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

The CDI is the largest consumer protection agency in the state. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world.

Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

Administration and Licensing Services Branch

Administrative Hearing Bureau

This position is available to be headquartered in Los Angeles or Oakland.

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

Special Requirements

Please attach (upload) all the required documents to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position (i.e., degree, transcript, license, certificate). If you fail to provide the required documentation, your application package will be marked as incomplete and not considered for an interview.

• Exam list eligibility - refer to exam link below
• Transfer eligibility, if applicable, for current/former civil service employees
• Statement of Qualifications
• Resume
• Active membership in the State Bar of California, unless legal authority permits performance of duties while in inactive status; and admissions to practice law in California or any state in the United States or District of Columbia for at least 5 years immediately preceding application for appointment. For further minimum requirements, see Administrative Law Judge Series - CalHR.

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: 7/18/2025

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:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classification & Consultation Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
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 -

  Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting

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

• The incumbent must be able to work in a high rise building.
• The incumbent must be able to travel to Los Angeles and other parts of the state and country for hearings and trainings. Travel will/may include overnight stay.
• The incumbent must be able to lift, carry or otherwise transport documents to court, meetings, conferences, and other appearances.
• The incumbent may telework in accordance with CDI's Telework Policy. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days. Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit
(916) 492-3300
CDIJobinquiries@insurance.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.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.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion of each candidate's education, training, experience, and skills as it relates to the minimum and desirable qualifications as stated in the Job Posting and in the duty statement.

The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely. It must be typed in 12-Point Arial Font, single-sided, single-spaced, 1” margin, and be no more than two pages in length.

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

• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Medical Benefits - including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training
• Career Services Program
• Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401 (k), 457)
• Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.