Closing Date: 15th May, 2024
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, A Government Entity, and the Governor's Office.
For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 1198.
A Government Entity employees are encouraged to use their existing A Government Entity email address on their application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=22851034&name=AttorneyIVDutyStatement.pdf)
Working Conditions:
The BPH headquarters is located in Sacramento. On occasion, travel may be necessary to A Government Entity headquarters (in Sacramento), A Government Entity 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, A Government Entity'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.
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 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.
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 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:
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 A Government Entity, 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.
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.
