Job Description and Duties
The Natural Resources Law Section of the Public Rights Division advises and represents state agency clients including, among others, the Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Department of Water Resources, the Air Resources Board, the State Water Resources Control Board, the Regional Water Quality Control Boards, the Department of Pesticide Regulation, CAL FIRE, the Board of Forestry, CalRecycle, and the Department of Food and Agriculture. Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General (CAAG), the Chief Deputy Attorney General (CDAG), and the Attorney General, the Deputy Attorney General Supervisor directs and monitors the work of a team of subordinate attorneys, may directly supervise paralegals, and directs the work of support staff; evaluates the performance of subordinate attorneys and paralegals; provides training to subordinate attorneys and paralegals; handles general administrative matters; interviews and selects, or actively participates in the interview and selection process for, subordinate attorneys and paralegals; possesses the highest level of skill with complex civil litigation and may be called upon to apply hands-on knowledge to supplement the litigation efforts of existing teams engaged in litigation based on operational needs, and to personally perform the most difficult and complex legal work related to jury trials, bench trials, writs, appeals, and administrative hearings, which requires the highest level of independent judgment. Travel within the state is required, including to personally mentor and assist deputies who are engaged in trials, depositions, meetings, mediations and other matters requiring hands-on knowledge of the civil litigation process. Experience regarding practical application of attorney ethical and conflict rules governing representation of California state agencies is a beneficial, desired skill.
Please Note: The position may be called upon to supervise deputies and teams in other cities as needed to cover operational needs.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-431017
Position #(s): 420-423-5703-XXX
Working Title: Natural Resources Law, Deputy Attorney General Supervisor Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR
$12,818.00 - $16,470.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: San Francisco County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
- This position is located in the Division of Public Rights, Natural Resources Law Section and may be filled in either San Francisco or Oakland (JC-431023).
- 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'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 the Department of Justice.
- JC-431017 must clearly be stated in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your state application (STD 678).
- If sending paper applications, please email the HR contact listed in this job vacancy to confirm receipt of your materials.
- 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 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 .
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: 5/30/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.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:
Department of Justice
Attn: Nicole Farrah (JC-431017)
1300 I Street, 7th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
Nicole Farrah (JC-431017)
1300 I Street, 7th Floor
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:
- 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.CalCareers.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.
- Other - A cover letter is required and must be submitted.
- Other - Writing sample demonstrating both writing ability and legal analysis is required.
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:
The most qualified applicants will possess experience and interest in supplementing the litigation efforts of existing teams engaged in litigation based on operational needs, and in personally performing the most difficult and complex legal work related to jury trials, bench trials, writs, appeals, and administrative hearings, as well as mentoring and assisting deputies who are engaged in trials, depositions, meetings, mediations and other matters requiring hands-on knowledge of the civil litigation process.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Nicole Farrah
(916) 210-7259
Nicole.Farrah@doj.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Filing Information
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date. If you are mailing your application, as a courtesy we ask that you contact the HR Consultant listed to confirm your application has been received. This is not required, but highly encouraged so we can ensure the timely submission of your application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Closing Date/Time: 5/30/2024
