ATTORNEY

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Counsel and Assistant Chief Counsels, the Attorney advises the Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) and its employees on all legal matters affecting policies and operations.
For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 688.
CDCR employees are encourgaed to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions The BPH headquarters is located in Sacramento.
Currently, BPH attroneys telework.
For this position, you must live and work in California.
On occasion, travel may be necessary to BPH headquarters, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) headquarters (also in Sacramento), CDCR institutions or other locations in California.
Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week.
Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected, when necessary, to complete assignments in a timely manner.
The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time.
Remote-centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location.
Remote-Centered employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ATTORNEY Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-405179 Position #(s): 065-154-5778-017 Working Title: Attorney Classification: ATTORNEY $7,737.
00 - $9,730.
00 A $8,708.
00 - $11,173.
00 B # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace.
We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported.
We believe all staff should be empowered.
CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments.
The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) maintains a high performing parole hearings system to protect and preserve public safety through the exercise of its statutory authorities and policies, while ensuring due process to all criminal offenders who come under the jurisdiction of the BPH.
Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a(n) California Bar License License.
You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.
Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.
Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification.
Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.
If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.
Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
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: 1/18/2024 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.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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 Corrections & Rehabilitation Attn: CDCR Hiring Support P.
O.
Box 942883 Sacramento, CA 94283-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation CDCR Hiring Support 1515 S Street, Application Drop Box or Suite101N (Drop off not available on weekends and holidays) Sacramento, CA 95811 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.
Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.
678).
Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered.
Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications.
Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications” section below for specific requirements.
Other - Must have passed the California Bar Exam and be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Must submit proof of California State Bar Membership.
If your state bar number is pending because you have taken the California oath of office within the past 30 days, please submit proof of California Bar Exam passage date you took the Attorney Oath form to the State Bar of California.
Applicants must have active membership in the State Bar of California before they will be eligible to be appointed.
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: Ability to work independently and telework.
Applicants should have an interest in issues facing the Board of Parole Hearings and CDCR.
Must demonstrate good judgment and tact when interacting with staff, outside agencies, and the public.
Shall have initiative and strong organizational skills.
Must possess excellent analytical, writing, and editing skills.
Shall communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Applicants should accept constructive criticism, enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment, and be creative and resourceful problem solvers.
Benefits Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at www.
calhr.
ca.
gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.
aspx.
Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.
calhr.
ca.
gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.
aspx Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.
calhr.
ca.
gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.
aspx This webpage is intended to provide general information.
Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact: Briana Bergen (279) 300-5988 ext: briana.
bergen@cdcr.
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: CDCR EEO OFFICE (916) 255-1301 Personnel-HelpDesk@cdcr.
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.
Statement of Qualifications The Statement of Qualifications must not be more than two (2) pages in length, typed, using a 12-point font.
You must answer the questions in order.
The Statement of Qualifications must have your name at the top of each page.
1.
What skills and qualifications do you have that make you an excellent candidate for the Attorney I position at the Board of Parole Hearings? 2.
Explain why you are interested in working at the Board of Parole Hearings.
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.