ATTORNEY III

This is Job Bulletin has been re-advertised.
If you previously applied to this vacancy (JC #366900) candidates don’t need to submit another application package to be considered for interviews.
Your Application package is on file.
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all.
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team.
If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.
About the Job: Under the general direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel, Legal Services Division the Attorney III independently performs the most complex and sensitive legal assignments, and serves as the expert/lead attorney in the Cal OES Legal Services Division.
The position requires a high level of expertise on the demanding legal issues that affect Cal OES, ability to act with minimal supervision, and consistently exercise independent professional discretion on a diverse variety of problematic and complex legal issues and strategies.
The legal advice provided may possibly have significant public safety, policy, and fiscal ramifications outside of the department and state government.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions CONFLICT OF INTEREST: 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.
Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.
TELEWORK: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to two days of remote work per week.
Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ATTORNEY III Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-366900 Position #(s): 163-112-5795-001 Working Title: Senior Counsel Classification: ATTORNEY III $10,536.
00 - $13,526.
00 A # of Positions: 2 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment.
Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.
More information regarding the Office of Policy & Administration may be found here: https://www.
caloes.
ca.
gov/cal-oes-divisions/administrative-services/careers.
Link: Legal Affairs | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency.
This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays).
This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description.
Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
Department Website: https://www.
caloes.
ca.
gov Special Requirements How to apply: To have your application considered for this job opportunity, please indicate the JC #366900, and Position #163-112-5795-001 in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD.
678.
Please identify how you are eligible (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.
).
You must list your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the State Application providing the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months).
You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section).
SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered.
Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678.
Please note, applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted.
If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.
Only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.
If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts.
If selected official transcripts will be required.
**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.
** **All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.
** **We encourage applicants to apply electronically.
** 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: 1/22/2024 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: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Attn: Human Resources - JQ Human Resources Recruitment 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Human Resources - JQ Human Resources Recruitment 10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard Mather, CA 95655 Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor.
This excludes holidays and weekends.
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.
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.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
MATHER CAMPUS: Cal OES offers FREE PARKING and is conveniently located off of the Highway 50 Corridor and near many local eateries, financial institutions, and Mather Sports Facility Complex.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.
caloes.
ca.
gov Human Resources Contact: HR Unit - JQ (916) 845-8321 Recruitments@CalOES.
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) 845-8527 EEO@CalOES.
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.
Examination Information To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below: Attorney III – Exam 9PB08 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.