Closing Date: 24th October, 2025
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under the general direction of a Chief Deputy Legislative Counsel, the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel serves as a manager of a branch of the OLC's legal division and is responsible for the overall management and administration of a team of attorneys and supervising attorneys. As a branch manager, the incumbent exercises the authority to make decisions on a wide range of legal issues and subject matter under their jurisdiction and can commit the OLC to a course of action on behalf of the Legislative Counsel and Chief Deputy Legislative Counsel.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29275904&name=AssistantChiefCounselACCPDLCIIDutyStatement(1).pdf)
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The Office of Legislative Counsel (olc) Is a Small Civil Service Department Whose Mission Is to Provide Responsive Nonpartisan and Confidential Legal Services and Information Technology Support Services to The California State Legislature and In Support of The Legislative Process. This Position Is Located in The Heart of Downtown Sacramento. the State of California Provides Excellent Health Benefits and Retirement Options, Sick Leave and Vacation Accrual, and Paid State Holidays. Olc Employees Are Excluded from Collective Bargaining And, Therefore, Receive Enhanced Benefits and Do Not Contribute Fair Share.
Special Requirements:
Do Not Include Any Confidential Information on Any Documents You Submit for A Job Vacancy, Such as Your Std 678, Resume, or School Transcripts. Confidential Information that Should Be Excluded or Removed from These Documents Includes, but Is Not Limited To, Your Social Security Number, Birthdate, Student Identification Number, Driver License Number (unless Required), Examination Results, Leap Status, Marital Status, and Age. (note Confidential Information on The First Page of The Application Submitted Online Through Your Cal Careers Account Will Be Redacted Automatically upon Submission.)
Examination and Employment Application (https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf) (std. 678):
Applicants Must Submit the Required Documents in Order to Be Considered for This Position. Failure to Complete the Std. 678 in Its Entirety May Result in Disqualification.
School Transcripts:
When Using Education to Qualify, Unofficial Transcripts Must Be Submitted. Applicants with Foreign Transcripts Must Provide a Transcript Evaluation that Indicates the Number of Units to Which the Foreign Course Work Is Equivalent. if Selected for Appointment, Official Transcripts Will Be Required.
Statewide Examination:
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1587)
Statement of Qualifications (soq):
See “required Application Package Documents” Section Below.
Application Instructions:
Completed Applications and All Required Documents Must Be Received or Postmarked by The Final Filing Date in Order to Be Considered. Dates Printed on Mobile Bar Codes, Such as The Quick Response (qr) Codes Available at The Usps, Are Not Considered Postmark Dates for The Purpose of Determining Timely Filing of An Application.
Final Filing Date: 10/24/2025
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List or Leap Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility (please Attach Your Letter, if Available). Sroa and Surplus Candidates Are Given Priority; Therefore, Individuals with Other Eligibility May Be Considered in The Event No Sroa or Surplus Candidates Apply.
Applications Will Be Screened and Only the Most Qualified Applicants Will Be Selected to Move Forward in The Selection Process. Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications Stated in The Classification Specification(s).
How to Apply:
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/employment Application (std 678) and Applicable or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted to Apply for This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. when Submitting Your Application in Hard Copy, a Completed Copy of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. if You Choose to Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through an Alternative Method Listed Below:
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5871)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=493946)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29275904&name=AssistantChiefCounselACCPDLCIIDutyStatement(1).pdf)
Department Information:
The Office of Legislative Counsel (olc) Is a Small Civil Service Department Whose Mission Is to Provide Responsive Nonpartisan and Confidential Legal Services and Information Technology Support Services to The California State Legislature and In Support of The Legislative Process. This Position Is Located in The Heart of Downtown Sacramento. the State of California Provides Excellent Health Benefits and Retirement Options, Sick Leave and Vacation Accrual, and Paid State Holidays. Olc Employees Are Excluded from Collective Bargaining And, Therefore, Receive Enhanced Benefits and Do Not Contribute Fair Share.
Special Requirements:
Do Not Include Any Confidential Information on Any Documents You Submit for A Job Vacancy, Such as Your Std 678, Resume, or School Transcripts. Confidential Information that Should Be Excluded or Removed from These Documents Includes, but Is Not Limited To, Your Social Security Number, Birthdate, Student Identification Number, Driver License Number (unless Required), Examination Results, Leap Status, Marital Status, and Age. (note Confidential Information on The First Page of The Application Submitted Online Through Your Cal Careers Account Will Be Redacted Automatically upon Submission.)
Examination and Employment Application (https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf) (std. 678):
Applicants Must Submit the Required Documents in Order to Be Considered for This Position. Failure to Complete the Std. 678 in Its Entirety May Result in Disqualification.
School Transcripts:
When Using Education to Qualify, Unofficial Transcripts Must Be Submitted. Applicants with Foreign Transcripts Must Provide a Transcript Evaluation that Indicates the Number of Units to Which the Foreign Course Work Is Equivalent. if Selected for Appointment, Official Transcripts Will Be Required.
Statewide Examination:
Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1587)
Statement of Qualifications (soq):
See “required Application Package Documents” Section Below.
Application Instructions:
Completed Applications and All Required Documents Must Be Received or Postmarked by The Final Filing Date in Order to Be Considered. Dates Printed on Mobile Bar Codes, Such as The Quick Response (qr) Codes Available at The Usps, Are Not Considered Postmark Dates for The Purpose of Determining Timely Filing of An Application.
Final Filing Date: 10/24/2025
Who May Apply:
Individuals Who Are Currently in The Classification, Eligible for Lateral Transfer, Eligible for Reinstatement, Have List or Leap Eligibility, Are in The Process of Obtaining List Eligibility, or Have Sroa And/or Surplus Eligibility (please Attach Your Letter, if Available). Sroa and Surplus Candidates Are Given Priority; Therefore, Individuals with Other Eligibility May Be Considered in The Event No Sroa or Surplus Candidates Apply.
Applications Will Be Screened and Only the Most Qualified Applicants Will Be Selected to Move Forward in The Selection Process. Applicants Must Meet the Minimum Qualifications Stated in The Classification Specification(s).
How to Apply:
Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/employment Application (std 678) and Applicable or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted to Apply for This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. when Submitting Your Application in Hard Copy, a Completed Copy of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. if You Choose to Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through an Alternative Method Listed Below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
Office of Legislative Counsel
N/a
Attn: Olc Human Resources
925 L Street, Suite 900
Sacramento, Ca 95814
N/a
Attn: Olc Human Resources
925 L Street, Suite 900
Sacramento, Ca 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
Office of Legislative Counsel
N/a
Olc Human Resources
925 L Street, Suite 900
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
N/a
Olc Human Resources
925 L Street, Suite 900
Sacramento, Ca 95814
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
Required Application Package Documents
The Following Items Are Required to Be Submitted with Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit the Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered for This Job:
The Soq Should Also Document Each Candidate's Ability to Present Information Clearly and Concisely in Writing. the Soq Must Be Typewritten and Single Spaced, Use No Less than 12-Point Font, and Be No More than Three Pages in Length.
Applicants Who Do Not Submit a Soq with Their Application Will Automatically Be Disqualified from Consideration for This Position.
Applicants Requiring Reasonable Accommodations for The Hiring Interview Process Must Request the Necessary Accommodations if Scheduled for A Hiring Interview. the Request Should Be Made at The Time of Contact to Schedule the Interview. Questions Regarding Reasonable Accommodations May Be Directed to The Eeo Contact Listed on This Job Posting.
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:
Benefits:
All Olc Employees Are Excluded from Collective Bargaining, and Therefore, Receive Enhanced Benefits, Such as Co Ben Benefit Allowance, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Additional Vacation/annual Leave, and Are Not Subject to State Disability Insurance Payroll Withholding. Additional Information
The Following Items Are Required to Be Submitted with Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit the Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered for This Job:
- Current Version of The State Examination/employment Application Std Form 678 (when Not Applying Electronically), or The Electronic State Employment Application Through Your Applicant Account at Www.Cal Careers.Ca.Gov. All Experience and Education Relating to The Minimum Qualifications Listed on The Classification Specification Should Be Included to Demonstrate how You Meet the Minimum Qualifications for The Position.
- Resume Is Required and Must Be Included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
- All Applicants Must Submit a Statement of Qualifications (soq). an Soq Is a Narrative Discussion Describing how The Candidate's Education, Training, Experience, and Skills Meet the Desirable Qualifications for The Position as Listed in This Bulletin.
The Soq Should Also Document Each Candidate's Ability to Present Information Clearly and Concisely in Writing. the Soq Must Be Typewritten and Single Spaced, Use No Less than 12-Point Font, and Be No More than Three Pages in Length.
Applicants Who Do Not Submit a Soq with Their Application Will Automatically Be Disqualified from Consideration for This Position.
Applicants Requiring Reasonable Accommodations for The Hiring Interview Process Must Request the Necessary Accommodations if Scheduled for A Hiring Interview. the Request Should Be Made at The Time of Contact to Schedule the Interview. Questions Regarding Reasonable Accommodations May Be Directed to The Eeo Contact Listed on This Job Posting.
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:
- Experience Managing And/or Leading Staff, Including Attorneys, Paralegals, Support Staff, And/or Clerical Staff.
- Experience with And Ability to Mentor, Motivate, and Develop Staff, and Identify and Implement Strategies for Increased Employee Engagement and Morale.
- Ability to Participate and Function Effectively as A Member of A Diverse Management Team Comprised of Peers, Executive Management, and Support Staff Management.
- Extensive Experience Researching, Writing, And/or Reviewing Legal Opinions or Legal Advice Regarding the Legality or Constitutionality of Laws, Bills, or Regulations; Developing, Drafting, Interpreting, And/or Reviewing Constitutional, Statutory, or Regulatory Language for Legislative Bodies or Other Governmental Entities; Making Decisions on Complex, High Profile, or Sensitive Legal Matters; and Ensuring Drafts of Proposed Legislation or Legal Advice Meet the Needs of The Client, Are Technically and Legally Accurate, Reflect the Style and Philosophy of The Office, and Are Timely.
- Experience Developing and Implementing Department Policies, Practices, and Procedures, and Providing Policy Consultation to High-Level Executives and Management.
- Commitment to Furthering the Olc's Strategic Initiatives and Management Priorities, Including Efforts to Increase Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity Throughout the Department's Hiring and Management Practices.
Benefits:
All Olc Employees Are Excluded from Collective Bargaining, and Therefore, Receive Enhanced Benefits, Such as Co Ben Benefit Allowance, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Additional Vacation/annual Leave, and Are Not Subject to State Disability Insurance Payroll Withholding. Additional Information
