Description:

Job Description and Duties:
This position will run until filled with cutoff dates for review every Friday until filled.

The General Counsel serves as the chief legal officer for CalPERS and is a critical member of the Executive Team. Under the policy direction of the Board of Administration and the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the General Counsel provides strategic legal advice, leadership, and representation to the Board, Executive Staff, and the organization. This role supports CalPERS' mission to deliver retirement and health benefits by overseeing key enterprise functions and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and fiduciary duties.

The General Counsel leads and manages a broad portfolio of functions, including Legal, Enterprise Compliance & Risk Governance, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Investigations, and the Office of Information Security. The position advises on complex legal matters such as employee benefits law (public pension and health care), fiduciary law, government law, corporate governance, and securities law.

In addition, the General Counsel manages litigation matters including securities and investment-related cases, benefit-related administrative proceedings, and general litigation, oversees outside counsel, and provides legal and parliamentary support at Board and committee meetings. As the executive liaison to the CalPERS Board Governance Committee, the General Counsel plays a key role in shaping governance practices and Board policy. The position also represents CalPERS in state and national forums and delivers presentations on fiduciary responsibilities, legal matters affecting public pension systems, and Board governance policies.

Telework Information: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=27265045&name=PS1138DutyStatement_Final.pdf)

Special Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
All Experience and Education Relating to The Minimum Qualifications (m Qs) Listed on The Classification Specification Should Be Included in Your Application Package to Clearly Demonstrate how You Meet the M Qs for This Position. the Classification Specification Is Located on This Job Posting Under "minimum Requirements."

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:

Legal Expertise: Extensive Experience in Public Pension Law, Corporate Governance, Investment Transactions, Securities Litigation, Fiduciary Law, and Government Law.
Leadership & Management: Proven Ability to Lead and Develop High-Performing Legal Teams, Manage Complex Litigation and Transactional Matters, and Provide Strategic Legal Advice to Boards, Executives, and Large Organizations.
Collaboration & Communication: Strong Interpersonal Skills with A Demonstrated Ability to Build Trust, Credibility, and Effective Working Relationships with Diverse Stakeholders, Including Board Members, Executives, Regulators, and External Counsel. Exceptional Oral and Written Communication Skills to Convey Complex Legal Concepts Clearly to Non-Legal Audiences.
Strategic Thinking & Problem-Solving: Expertise in Assessing Legal Risks and Opportunities, Providing Strategic Advice to Support Organizational Goals, and Navigating Complex Legal and Regulatory Environments.
Ethics & Integrity: High Ethical Standards and A Commitment to Fiduciary Responsibilities, Organizational Mission, and Excellent Customer Service.
Innovation & Engagement: Passion for Fostering Creativity, Innovation, and Engagement Within Legal Teams to Advance Organizational Objectives.