Attorney III - Telework Option

State of California; California; A distancia; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefits

Paid holidays and leave

Retirement program

Savings Plus Program (401k, 457)

Commute program

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Medical/Dependent Care Accounts

Descripción de la vacante

The State of California seeks an Attorney III (Criminal Law Team) to lead the Committee on Revision of the Penal Code's legislative program. You will conduct legal research, analyze criminal law and policies, and support the legislative process for proposed reforms.

Responsibilities include complex assignments, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and guiding staff through challenging projects while maintaining high professional standards.

Formación

• Experience with the California legislative process.
• Statutory interpretation and drafting experience.
• Experience writing reports for a non-legal audience.
• Experience analyzing policy issues using empirical studies and legislative history.
• Experience working cooperatively with commissions and control agencies.
• Demonstrated experience providing superior customer service.
• Knowledge and experience in project management.
• Leadership skills focused on process improvements and change.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Committee's legislative program and oversee staff legal work.
• Conduct background research and analysis of law and policies.
• Support the legislative process when bills are introduced.

Conocimientos

California legislative process

Statutory interpretation

Drafting

Policy analysis

Interagency collaboration

Customer service

Project management

Leadership

Staff development

Clear communication

Prioritization

Descripción del empleo

This position is eligible for telework in accordance with CLRC’s Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

The Committee on Revision of the Penal Code is a multi-member state body that was formed on January 1, 2020. The Committee studies the Penal Code and recommends statutory reforms to achieve the following objectives:

1. Simplify and rationalize the substance of criminal law.
2. Simplify and rationalize criminal procedures.
3. Establish alternatives to incarceration that will aid in the rehabilitation of offenders.
4. Improve the system of parole and probation.

The Committee’s legal staff will provide support for that work by conducting legal research and analysis, participating in the Committee’s meetings, and supporting the legislative process when bills are introduced to implement the Committee’s recommendations.

This position will be remote work, with occasional travel to in-person meetings in Sacramento or other locations in the state.

Excellence in the Business of Government!

Come join a team that creates:

• A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
• A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
• An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.

Under direction of the Attorney Supervisor, the Attorney III (Criminal Law Team) is primarily responsible for leading the Committee's legislative program; performing background research and analysis of the law and policies relevant to the new Committee's studies; independently performing the more complex work and assignments related to a broad range of staff legal work, and in compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and other legal authorities.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year.

This position may require travel.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of General Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purpose

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There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY III

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 with the California legislative process.
• Statutory interpretation and drafting experience.
• Experience writing reports for a non-legal audience.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting policy issues using empirical studies, other jurisdictions’ laws, legislative history, and scholarly writings.
• Experience working cooperatively with commissions, control agencies to meet organizational needs.
• Demonstrated experience providing superior customer service.
• Knowledge and experience in project management.
• Dynamic leadership skills focused on initiating and executing process improvements, coaching, and organizational change skills.
• Ability to anticipate and identify sensitive issues which may impact internal/external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff in an inclusive and equitable team environment.
• Ability to write clearly, accurately, and concisely, communicate verbally, and listen effectively with a variety of audiences.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.