Senior Attorney (PC 4900 Team) (Attorney III)

Job Description and Duties Are you looking for a meaningful and rewarding public interest, victim centered career? Are you searching for a job that provides an opportunity to work as part of a team, while exercising independence and initiative? Are you interested in utilizing either civil and/or criminal litigation skills and knowledge on a regular basis? If yes, the Attorney III position at the California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB) may be the opportunity you seek. Under the general direction of the Attorney Supervisor, the Attorney III advises on complex and sensitive legal matters affecting CalVCB and effectively performs difficult and complex administrative adjudications, litigation and investigations, hearings, negotiations, and legal research for CalVCB with minimal supervision, broad discretion, and independence. The Attorney III utilizes appropriate oral and written advocacy skills, interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, personal knowledge, training, rules, laws, regulations, legal practices, and CalVCB policies and practices consistent with the direction of the Attorney Supervisor with oversight by the Chief Counsel to perform essential functions This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in person at least four (4) days per week and as needed/required. 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. Failure to comply with the Conflict-of-Interest Code requirements may void the appointment. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. We do not accept STEM-OPT. CalVCB uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements NOTE: This position requires membership in the California State Bar. A completed and detailed State application must be received in the Human Resources Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and include the following: • On the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) enter the Job Control Number and Position Title in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” Section. • If you are applying using list eligibility please ensure you have taken the exam or have verified your past exam is still active. • Cover Letters, Resumes, Statement of Qualifications, etc. DO NOT replace the required Examination/Employment Application STD. 678. • For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants MUST include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions/duties, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may be disqualified and/or will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. • Do not include your Social Security Number, method of eligibility, or LEAP information in your application package. • If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Please utilize the following link to view approved agencies: Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (ca.gov) 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: • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Experience in criminal law, administrative law, and/or civil litigation. • Ability to research, analyze, apply and interpret policies, regulations, and laws. • Ability to take and follow verbal or written directions from supervisors/managers. • General knowledge of the VCP program to be able to establish program goals/objectives, identify/resolve program issues, etc. • General knowledge of the formal and informal aspects of the legislative process in order to analyze proposed legislation impacting the department. • General knowledge of the department’s mission, goals and policies to ensure that the progress and completion of work assignments and tasks conform to the overall objectives of the unit and/or division. • General knowledge of governmental functions and organization at the State and local level to maintain and foster a good working relationship with our clients. • Effectively operate a computer using the following software programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access. Statement of Qualifications The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion regarding how the applicant’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria outlined below. In addition, the SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please address how you possess each SOQ criteria, numerically in the same order outlined below, using specific examples of your education, training, and experience. The SOQ must be typed, single spaced, no smaller than a 12-point font, and no more than two (2) pages in length. You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applications received without an SOQ, those that do not follow the instructions in this section, or answer the specific SOQ criteria below will not be considered. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of SOQ. The SOQ must be submitted along with the STD 678. Describe your knowledge and experience as an attorney in the practice of criminal law. Include the number of years of practice, volume of cases handled, and the type of duties performed. • Describe your knowledge and experience as an attorney in the practice of criminal law. Include the number of years of practice, volume of cases handled, and the type of duties performed. • Describe your professional experience and personal qualities that would make you a valuable addition to the Penal Code section 4900 Team.