Closing Date: 17th May, 2024

Description:

Job Description and Duties:
The Land Use and Conservation Section litigates cases and provides legal advice to state agency clients concerning lands the State owns or regulates. Its attorneys advise and represent state agencies that address the regulation of development, including coastal development; conservation of environmentally sensitive habitats; oil and gas exploration; administration of state parks; high-speed rail; bankruptcy; and affordable housing. The section's practice includes ensuring public access to California's coast, mountains, and open space through litigation and client advice; conservation and expansion of public lands for recreation and ecological protection; enforcing state housing laws; and protecting against wildfire risk. The section's attorneys are specialists in the California Environmental Quality Act and other laws pertaining to environmental and natural resource regulation, real property, the public trust doctrine, land use, housing, and administrative procedure. The section represents a variety of agencies, including the California Coastal Commission, the State Lands Commission, the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Department of Parks and Recreation, the High-Speed Rail Authority, the Department of Conservation, and California's land conservancies.

Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG) for the Land Use and Conservation Section, the Chief Assistant Attorney General (CAAG) for the Public Rights Division, the Chief Deputy Attorney General, and the Attorney General, the Deputy Attorney General Supervisor directs and monitors the work of a team of Deputy Attorneys General and non-attorney legal professionals; evaluates the performance of team members; provides training and mentoring to team members; handles general administrative matters; participates in the hiring of Deputy Attorneys General and paralegals; and personally litigates and supervises all phases of cases in California and federal courts and renders legal advice on an ongoing basis to all clients and to the Attorney General. Travel is required.

Working Conditions:
This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the office on most days, but some regular required in-office attendance. Travel and additional in-person attendance may be required for court appearances, meetings, and other occasional operational needs.

Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Deputy Attorney General Supervisor (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5703)

Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=430328)

Department Information:
  • This Position Is Located in The Division of Public Rights, Land Use and Conservation Section in San Diego.
  • Please Disregard the Sroa/surplus Language Below, as The Department of Justice Requires Applicants to Submit Their Sroa/surplus Letter if That Is the Basis of Their Eligibility.
  • For More Information About the Department Please Visit the Attorney General's Website at Http://www.Oag.Ca.Gov.
  • If You'd Like to Speak with A Recruiter Prior to Submitting Your Application, Please Email Recruiters@doj.Ca.Gov.

Special Requirements:
  • A Fingerprint Check Will Be Required for Those Hired from Outside of The Department of Justice.
  • Jc-430328 Must Be Clearly Stated in The “examination or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying” Section of Your State Application.
  • If Sending Paper Applications, Please Email the Hr Contact Listed in This Job Vacancy to Confirm Receipt of Your Materials.
  • Individuals Must Have List Eligibility in Order to Gain Employment with The California Office of The Attorney General. Process Is Described At
  • Https://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/how-To-Apply
  • The Deputy Attorney General Supervisor Exam May Be Found On-Line At Https://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/exams

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:

Candidates with A Strong Commitment to Public Service and To Protecting California's Public Land Resources Are Encouraged to Apply. Candidates Should Have Managerial and Leadership Experience as Well as Civil Litigation Experience. Excellent Research, Writing, and Editing Skills Are Required, as Well as Strong Verbal Communication Skills. Candidates Should Be Able to Demonstrate Excellent Judgment and Tact, Take Initiative, and Be Well-Organized and Detail-Oriented. a Background in Public Land Matters or Environmental Law Is Highly Desirable.