Closing Date: 22nd May, 2024

Description:

Job Description and Duties:
A Government Entity Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user friendly system that provides the applicant access to real time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 1226.

A Government Entity employees are encouraged to use their existing A Government Entity email address on their application.

Positions may be located in any of the following office locations:

Sacramento
Bakersfield
Rancho Cucamonga

The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) offers legal advice to A Government Entity leadership and staff to help ensure A Government Entity's operations are conducted effectively, and consistent with legal requirements. OLA attorneys anticipate legal issues and offer practical solutions, appropriately resolve legal disputes, and advocate to advancing A Government Entity's mission. Attorneys working for A Government Entity have the unique opportunity to encounter multiple areas of law, including, healthcare; public contracting; accounting services; construction management; facilities planning; class action lawsuits; and, provide consultation on policy development, regulatory work, court compliance, risk management, and employee discipline.

Under supervision of an Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney provides legal, technical, and administrative advice on a variety of issues that may involve inmates, parolees, employees, public procurement, contracts, public entities, unions, and members of the public. The incumbent provides legal advice on sensitive legal matters relating to protocols and methodologies designed to assist the A Government Entity in managing its liability exposure.

The Attorney must have the ability to work collaboratively with A Government Entity internal units and outside agencies, which may include Department of General Services, Department of Finance, Office of the Attorney General, State Compensation Insurance Fund, and the Governor's Office. The incumbent may be required to represent the A Government Entity before various administrative bodies including the State Personnel Board, the Office of Administrative Hearings, the Public Works Board, and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board, among others. This position requires periodic statewide travel.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=23309935&name=DutyStatement.pdf)

Special Requirements:

The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar Membership License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to A Government Entity or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

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 Contract Law, Environmental Law, Information Technology Law, Construction Law, Employment Law, Government Law, Correctional Law, or some combination of these; experience of at least one year is optimal.
Experience in working cooperatively with a variety of individuals and organizations, both internal and external.
Experience providing legal counsel and advice to a public entity at all staffing and executive levels on general government law issues.
Demonstrated ability to exercise self-initiative.
Ability to handle multiple assignments with accuracy and prioritize work to meet short deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Superior research and analytical skills and the ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and professionalism in completing work within deadlines while exercising sound legal judgment and a strong attention to detail.
Ability to work both independently, and as part of a team.
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Essential Functions:

Maintain a regular work schedule during normal business hours at an approved worksite; work at least 40 hours per week, on average; work in excess of 40 hours in one week when necessary to complete a special assignment; and be accessible 40 hours per week or more via Department issued cell phone.
Ability to be supervised by assigned supervisor or manager.
Travel to and from worksites, correctional institutions and facilities, government offices, courthouses, and training venues, which may require traversing on uneven ground.
Travel regularly to all parts of the state and travel occasionally outside the state, to include overnight stays.
Work inside penal institutions and juvenile detention facilities in the presence of inmates, wards, and parolees.
Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and in person.
Use electronic software and databases to thoroughly and efficiently conduct legal research.
Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work, in consultation with the Assistant Chief Counsel (ACC), in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Maintain and ensure confidentiality of Departmental information, records, documents, concerns, and issues.
Perform research and analysis to solve complex legal problems; answer legal questions with clear and logical statements of fact, law, and argument; timely assess and respond to written and verbal communications; provide sound legal advice; exercise rationale and reasonable judgment; and implement effective courses of action in a timely manner.
Effectively and professionally represent the department in all legal venues, before all legislative bodies, and at all administrative hearings, professional conferences, training seminars, and other meetings.
Work collaboratively with and assist department staff, administrators, supervisors, investigators, and executives, attorneys, ACCs, Chief Deputy General Counsels, and the General Counsel.
Transport legal files and other objects, which may weigh up to 50 pounds, to locations inside and outside the regular worksite.
Adhere to the California Rules of Professional Conduct adopted by the State Bar of California, Board of Trustees and approved by the California Supreme Court.
Maintain active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.