Closing Date: 2nd May, 2024

Description:

Job Description and Duties:
A Government Entity promotes a positive and equitable hybrid work environment where employees feel valued and work-life balance and employee growth is prioritized.

The Board's mission is to provide all Californians who appeal a A Government Entity decision with an efficient, timely, and approachable appeals process and a fair and transparent legal review.

The Board's decisions have broad impacts on business owners, public safety, and California communities.

Under the direction of the Executive Officer, the Attorney III independently performs various counsel duties in preparation of legal proceedings before the Appeals Board with a high degree of expertise. Including written analysis and summaries of complex cases, peer review of legal documents prepared by other staff attorneys, and providing legal counsel as requested by the Board and Executive Officer. Serve as counsel to the Board on assigned appeal cases at appeal hearings.

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 interestes. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=23178581&name=DutyStatement.pdf)

Special Requirements:
Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. Click here to learn more about examinations administered by DGS and examinations available online. (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=9PB08)

The State of California is an eligible employer for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To learn more, visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

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:

Knowledge of state and civil procedure and prior experience in civil litigation or administrative law experience.
Experience in or knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process, California Public Records Act, Administrative Procedures Act and Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act.
Ability to prepare and present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form to attorneys and laypersons.
Ability to use good and ethical judgment in following established program procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately verbally and in writing and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, stakeholders, and members of the public.
Ability to research, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and legal principles to specific situations.