Closing Date: 2nd May, 2024
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-411887 with the final filing date of 3/12/2024, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment.
This position is located at the A State Agency Headquarters in Sacramento.
Interested in an attorney position that involves diving into the multi-faceted areas of employment and administrative law? Working for the A State Agency doesn't always involve driver licenses and vehicle registrations. The Department of Motor Vehicles Legal Affairs Division is the legal counsel for the Director and the Department. The division is experiencing growth and new challenges in the constantly changing environments of administrative and general law. We seek a candidate who is energetic, and mission driven to assist our team into the future. Those excited to work in an engaging and evolving environment, to solve complex and ambiguous problems, and engage in continual learning on the job, are encouraged to apply.
All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.
The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.
To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=23171387&name=DutyStatement_019-5795-014_.pdf)
Special Requirements:
Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), 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 license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.
Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635)#:~:text=Individuals%20who%20have%20completed%20college%20or%20university%20course,Commission%20for%20a%20California%20credential%2C%20permit%2C%20or%20certificate.)
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) active California State Bar License 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 Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), 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 license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.
Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635)#:~:text=Individuals%20who%20have%20completed%20college%20or%20university%20course,Commission%20for%20a%20California%20credential%2C%20permit%2C%20or%20certificate.)
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:
Ability to research, analyze, appraise, and apply legal principles, facts and precedents to legal problems; ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; ability to prepare and present statements of facts, law and argument clearly and logically in written and verbal form; ability to prepare correspondence involving the explanation of legal matters; ability to draft opinions, pleadings, rulings, regulations, and legislation; and ability to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals.
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:
Ability to research, analyze, appraise, and apply legal principles, facts and precedents to legal problems; ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; ability to prepare and present statements of facts, law and argument clearly and logically in written and verbal form; ability to prepare correspondence involving the explanation of legal matters; ability to draft opinions, pleadings, rulings, regulations, and legislation; and ability to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals.
