Closing Date: 5th April, 2024
Description:
Job Description and Duties:The Office of General Counsel is a new division within the Department of Justice that is primarily responsible for providing legal advice across the Department. The Office of General Counsel will oversee many Department-wide functions, including risk management, compliance, legal advice, and the development of policies and procedures.
The Public Records Act Unit within the Office of General Counsel has primary responsibility for providing legal advice and representation to the Attorney General, other state constitutional officers, every division within the Department of Justice, and various other state agencies and departments concerning the California Public Records Act (PRA). Attorneys often analyze unique and complicated issues that may impact access to public records in light of evolving technology and relevant constitutional and statutory privacy considerations.
Under the administrative and legal direction of the General Counsel, Senior Assistant Attorney General, and a Supervising Deputy Attorney General, attorneys collaborate with all levels of staff regarding the Department's search for responsive records and draft or review responses to PRA requests. Attorneys provide consultation to the Department's programs and develop resources and training to ensure consistent practices concerning the handling of PRA requests. Attorneys communicate with Executive-level management and the Department's external communications office regarding time-sensitive and high-profile PRA matters. Attorneys in the unit may also defend the Department of Justice, the Attorney General, and state agencies in lawsuits brought to enforce the Public Records Act. Attorneys have opportunities to appear in courts throughout California at both the trial and appellate levels in PRA matters that result in litigation.
Attorneys may also engage in other aspects of the Office of General Counsel's legal practice concerning record preservation, data security, protection of personally identifiable information and other confidential data, various matters related to the Department's non-legal programs (such as the Division of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Services, Communications, and Operations), contracting, ethics issues, and promulgation of regulations.
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Working Conditions:
This position is eligible for telework. 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
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Deputy Attorney General
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Department Information:
- These Positions Are Located in The Office of General Counsel, Public Records Act Unit and Will Be Filled in Either Fresno, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego or San Francisco. Please Clearly Indicate Which City You Prefer in Your Cover Letter.
- 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 Www.Oag.Ca.Gov.
- If You Are Interested in Speaking with A Recruiter Before Submitting Your Application, Please Email Recruiters@doj.Ca.Gov.
- Please Visit the New Webpage: Become a Doj Deputy Attorney General | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of The Attorney General.
Special Requirements:
- A Fingerprint Check Will Be Required.
- Jc-423223 Must Be Clearly Stated in The "examination or Job Title for Which You Are Appying" Section Located on Page One of Your State Application.
- Individuals Who Are New to State Service Must Have List Eligibility in Order to Gain Employment with The California Office of The Attorney General. the Process Is Described at Http://oag.Ca.Gov/careers/how-To-Apply.
- Please Note that Appointment to The Dag Classifications Will Be Made Using the Following Examinations:
- Attorney Exam – Less than 5 Years of Experience: Attorney Examination
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:
Knowledge About the Public Records Act. Knowledge About Legal Issues Related to Information Technology. Excellent Research, Analytical, Writing, and Oral-Communication Skills. Judgment and Discretion in Handling Sensitive Matters. Ability to Handle Multiple Projects and Meet Deadlines. Ability to Maintain Professionalism Under Pressure. Ability to Work Independently and As a Team Member. Ability to Maintain Good Client Relations. Ability to Self-Educate when Confronted by Complex and Multi-Dimensional Problems. Demonstrated Aptitude For, or Strong Interest in Handling Litigation when It Arises, Potentially on An Abbreviated Schedule and In Complex, High Profile Matters. Strong Computer Literacy and Research Skills Are Encouraged. Attorneys Should Possess Exceptional Organizational Skills and The Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively Under Strict Time Constraints.