Attorney IV - Sacramento, United States - State of California

Description

Job Description and Duties

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this positions(s).

The Attorney IV will report to an Assistant Chief Counsel and work within the Board of Parole Hearings' legal division.

This attorney will assume responsibility for the Board's duties related to the Armstrong class action, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This attorney will lead a team of attorneys and will work on the most complicated legal issues at the Board and interact with executives at the Board, CDCR, and the Governor's Office.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 1198.

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

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

Working Conditions

The BPH headquarters is located in Sacramento.

On occasion, travel may be necessary to California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) headquarters (in Sacramento), CDCR institutions, or other locations in California.

Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected when necessary to complete assignments in a timely manner. The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time.

Remote-Centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Remote-Centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location.

Remote-Centered employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

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  ATTORNEY IV

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details


Job Code #:
JC-423599


Position #(s):

Working Title:

ATTORNEY IV

Classification:

ATTORNEY IV
$11, $14,954.00 A

# of Positions:

1


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace.

We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments.

The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) maintains a high performing parole hearings system to protect and preserve public safety through the exercise of its statutory authorities and policies, while ensuring due process to all criminal offenders who come under the jurisdiction of the BPH.

Special Requirements

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 should 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 CDCR 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.

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: 5/15/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 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 Corrections & Rehabilitation


Attn:
CDCR Hiring Support

P.O. Box 942883

Sacramento, CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

CDCR Hiring Support

1515 S Street, Application Drop Box or Suite101N

(Drop off not available on weekends and holidays)

Sacramento, CA 95811

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 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.
• Other - ACTIVE BAR LICENSE - Active membership with the California State Bar is required. Proof of membership must be submitted with your application (STD i.e., copy of bar membership card or printout from bar website.) Applications received without proof of bar membership will be rejected as incomplete and will not be considered.
• Statement of Qualifications -A Statement of Qualifications is required and should be submitted with your Employment Application (STD Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for specific requirements.

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.

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:

Applicants should have knowledge of the issues facing the Board and CDCR, particularly regarding the Armstrong v.

Newsom class action, the Armstrong Remedial Plan II, and other related court orders; demonstrate good judgment and tact when interacting with staff, outside agencies, the public, and plaintiffs; demonstrate the ability to lead a team of attorneys to address and collaboratively resolve complex legal matters and assignments; have initiative, strong organizational skills, excellent analytical, writing, and editing skills, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Applicants should accept constructive criticism, enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment, and be creative and resourceful problem solvers. Experience with administrative hearings and litigation is desirable, especially in class action litigation and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Experience in drafting, reviewing, and analyzing statutes, regulations, and policies is highly desirable.

Willingness to create and promote an equitable inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at Merit System Principles - An Overview - CalHR.

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - CalHR.

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

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


Hiring Unit Contact:
Ashley Zamora

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:

CDCR EEO OFFICE
Personnel-California Relay Service: TTY), 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 (SOQ) must be typed using a 12-point font and have your name at the top of each page.

The SOQ must not exceed three pages in length.

• What skills and qualifications do you have that make you an excellent candidate for the Attorney IV position at the Board of Parole Hearings leading the Armstrong class action team?
• Discuss your experience leading a team of attorneys working on a complex assignment and interacting with high level government officials.
• Explain why you are interested in working with the Board of Parole Hearings.

Examination Information

To obtain list eligibility for the Attorney IV classification, before applying for the position(s), you must first take and pass the examination here Attorney 4 Examination ).

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.