ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
United States, California, Sacramento
Dec 13, 2024
Job Posting: ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation JC-459978 - ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL $14,090.00 - $17,225.00 per Month Final Filing Date: 12/30/2024 Job Description and Duties Do you love employment law? Are you committed to serving the people of the State of California? Are you interested in researching statutes, advising policy development, and coordinating litigation plans related to employment of peace officers and administrative officials for one of the largest departments in the State? California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) is seeking a motivated attorney eager to supervise a team of attorneys advising department executives on employment policies and coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) on employment cases brought against CDCR. Under the direction of the Chief Deputy General Counsels (CDGCs), the Assistant General Counsel (AGC) is responsible for the oversight of a team of attorneys researching and advising on policies and litigated cases involving the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and the Whistleblower Protection Act, among others. The AGC works closely with their CDGC and General Counsel to provide legal guidance on departmental policies, regulatory changes, proposed legislation, and any other department program needs of a legal nature. The AGC works in partnership with the OAG, outside counsel, and various other stakeholders to ensure litigation impacting CDCR is resolved in a manner most beneficial to CDCR. Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application. Human Resources Technology System CDCR 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) 2029. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The Office of Legal Affairs offices are located in Rancho Cordova, Bakersfield, and Rancho Cucamonga. Telework This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for employees who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely. Specific telework schedules may be discussed further during the interview process. All employees are expected to be able to report to the office if an urgent need arises, and be available for meetings and to repond to emails and phone calls during regular businees hours. A laptop and cell phone are provided. Travel On occasion, travel throughout the state to a CDCR institution or location, or to court for appearances, may be necessary. Days of work or travel may include any day of the week, and hours may include non-standard business hours. Travel is compensated in accordance with the State Administrative Manual and CDCR travel policies. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-459978 Position #(s): 065-400-5871-002 Working Title: ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL Classification: ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL $14,090.00 - $17,225.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States 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. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities Commitment to California Model CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and insitution working conditions, creating a safe, professional and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into the community. 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. Must be willing and able to work a full-time schedule which may exceed a 40-hour week when operational needs require. Must be willing and able to travel within the State, sometimes with little notice. Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment. 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. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES \| National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as wll as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to https://www.e-verify.gov/. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: 12/30/2024 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 Corrections & Rehabilitation CDCR Hiring Support - Postal Attn: CDCR Hiring Support P.O. Box 942883 Sacramento, CA 94283-0001 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 - Drop-off CDCR Hiring Support 10000 Goethe Rd, Application Drop Box (Drop off not available on weekends and holidays) Sacramento, CA 95827 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. Other - Cover letter is required and must be included. 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.