ATTORNEY IV

Company: State of California
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) With general direction provided by the Chief Legal Counsel, or his designee, perform professional legal work for the State Controller's mandated fiscal programs, State Boards and Commissions, and/or employment related cases. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY The State Controller's Office is actively recruiting for the position of Attorney. The State Controller is a public servant with the responsibility of safeguarding the expenditure of public dollars. We are a professional organization and highly regarded as the hub of financial information. Our strength lies within the people employed within our organization and their commitment to excellence. If this description intrigues you, then consider submitting your application. We are interested in like-minded individuals who enjoy challenges and serving this state.
  
  To ensure your application is received, candidates are encouraged to submit package online.
  
  NOTE: Salaries do not reflect recent changes necessitated by the unanticipated budget shortfalls arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Information for actual reductions of salaries is available in the Human Resources Manual, Section 2113, Personal Leave Program (PLP) at http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 . 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: 4/14/2021 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: State Controller's Office Attn: Human Resources Office - CN 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: State Controller's Office Human Resources Office - CN 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814 Application must be received in HR, postmarked or submitted online, by final date. 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. 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:
    • Active Member of the California Bar (required);
      
      
    • Knowledge of the State Controller's Responsibilities;
      
      
    • Understanding of the California State statutory laws and provisions of the State Constitution;
      
      
    • Knowledge of legal principles and application;
      
      
    • Practical application of Legal Consultation. The following link outlines a summary of benefits available to state employees: General State Employment Benefits and ProtectionsClick here to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees. Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact:
      Rick Chivaro
      (916) 445-6854
      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:
      SCO EEO Office
      (916) 324-2223
      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. 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.

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