ATTORNEY III

Job Description and Duties This position is for a workers' compensation attorney. The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) offers legal advice to California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) leadership and staff to help ensure CDCR's operations are conducted effectively, and consistent with legal requirements. OLA attorneys anticipate legal issues and offer practical solutions, appropriately resolve legal disputes, and advocate to advancing CDCR's mission. Attorneys working for CDCR have the unique opportunity to encounter multiple areas of law, including, healthcare; public contracting; accounting services; construction management; facilities planning; class action lawsuits; and, provide consultation on policy development, regulatory work, court compliance, risk management, and employee discipline. Under direction of an Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney III provides legal, technical and administrative advice on complex and sensitive workers' compensation issues that may involve incarcerated people, supervised persons, and employees. the incumbent provides legal advice on sensitive legal matters designed to assist the department in managing its liability exposure. The Attorney III must have the ability to work collaboratively with CDCR internal units and outside agencies, which may include State Compensation Insurance Fund, Department of General Services, Department of Finance, Office of the Attorney General (OAG), and Office of the Governor. The incumbent may be required to represent the CDCR before various administrative bodies including the State Personnel Board, Office of Administrative Hearings, State Public Works Board, and Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, among others. Individuals with an active State Bar License who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Human Resources Technology System CDCR Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4632. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application. This advertisement is for Attorney III position(s) located in Sacramento, Bakersfield, or Rancho Cucamonga. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-400-5795-XXX. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. See Essential Functions attached to the Duty Statement. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • This position(s) require(s) a(n) active California State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. • This position(s) require(s) a(n) active California Driver's License or the ability to obtain transportation to sites throughout the state. 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 should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined that an applicant 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. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: 1. Experience in Workers Compensation 2. Analytical and problem-solving skills 3. Ability to settle complex claims 4. Ability to communicate effectively 5. Demonstrate negotiation skills 6. Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued Statement of Qualifications In two pages or less using Arial 12-point font, describe your experience in workers' compensation and how you meet the first 5 desirable qualifications.