Job Description and DutiesUnder the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General (CAAG), the Chief Deputy Attorney General and the Attorney General, the Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) assigns, directs, monitors, and supervises the work of a legal team of Deputy Attorneys General (DAG) and paralegals; directs the work of support staff; evaluates the performance of DAGs and paralegals; provides training for subordinate legal staff; resolves problems among and implements improvement measures for subordinate legal staff; handles general administrative matters; actively participates in the interview and selection process for hiring DAGs and paralegals; develops and maintains good client relations with client agencies and ensures staff service levels are designed to timely meet the objectives and priorities of these clients; has the ability to personally perform and will guide the most difficult and complex legal work in cannabis licensing litigation requiring the highest level of independent judgment in administrative hearings, and state and federal court civil litigation, trials, review proceedings, and appeals. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: acting as the lead attorney or supervising a trial team assigned to the most difficult and complex cases; appearing before various federal and state courts and administrative bodies on the most difficult and sensitive cases, and may appear in the highest levels of the appellate courts; advising various legal jurisdictions, public officials, and representatives of public agencies on legal issues; conducting or supervising special investigations of the most sensitive or difficult nature; and drafting and analyzing legislative measures and regulations.
All applicants must reside in California and be members in good standing of the California State Bar. Supervising Deputy Attorneys General may telework or work in-office at their option. This position will supervise staff located in the Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Diego offices but the applicant can be located in any office statewide. Travel and in-person attendance will be required for trials, court appearances, witness interviews, depositions, team meetings,and operationally as needed.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Working ConditionsSDAGs may largely choose to telework or come into the office, at their option. There are some times when in-office attendance will be required for meetings, court appearances, or other operational reasons. Otherwise, SDAGs may freely telework if that is their preference, subject to their supervisor’s discretion. Deputies are expected to be able to report to the office if an urgent need arises, and are expected to be available for meetings and to respond to emails and phone calls during regular business hours.
Internal as well as external candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #: JC-441536
Position #(s): 420-290-5703-XXX
Working Title: Cannabis Control Section Deputy Attorney General Supervisor Classification: DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR
$12,818.00 - $17,211.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: United States
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Week: Monday-Friday
Department Information- This position is located in the Division of Civil Law, Cannabis Control Section and may be filled in Los Angeles, Oakland, Sacramento, San Diego or San Francisco. Please clearly state which city you prefer in your cover letter.
- Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
- For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .
- If you would like to speak with a recruiter prior to submitting your application, please email recruiters@doj.ca.gov
Special Requirements - A fingerprint check may be required.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-441536) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application.
- This position requires out-of-town travel.
- Must be available via telephone and/or in-person during regular business hours to address any departmental emergencies, as determined by operational needs.
- Due to operational needs, alternate work schedules are not permitted for Supervising Deputy Attorneys General in the Cannabis Control Section.
- If you submit your application by US Postal Service, please contact the HR consultant listed below to confirm it was received.
Application InstructionsCompleted 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: 8/12/2024
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:
Department of Justice
Attn: Heather Nguyen (JC-441536)
1300 I Street Suite 720
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
Heather Nguyen (JC-441536)
1300 I Street Suite 720
Sacramento , CA 95814
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other - Cover letter - please explain your interest in CCS and your qualifications for this position.
- Other - Writing sample of a recent brief preferably written within the last 3 years.
- Statement of Qualifications - A statement not to exceed three double-spaced pages, which (1) describes your philosophy of supervision and the type of supervisor you will be, (2) provides the reasons you should be selected for the position of SDAG, and (3) concisely explains how your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the Desirable Qualifications described below.
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 QualificationsIn 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:
Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they would be effective supervisors to a team of attorneys and paralegals. Candidates should have the ability to work well with attorneys and paralegals of all skill levels, to act as role models, and to advise, mentor and trainattorneys and paralegals under their supervision. Candidates should be able to demonstrate good judgment and tact when interacting with staff and clients, have initiative, be accomplished civil litigators, have strong organizational and editing skills, be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, have the ability towork under pressure and work effectively with all levels of staff, and be creative and resourceful problem solvers. Knowledge of bargaining unit MOUs, civil service laws and rules, and disciplinary process preferable.
BenefitsPlease access this link to the CalHR Benefit Summary for your information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California:
https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Heather Nguyen
(916) 210-6444
Heather.Nguyen@doj.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) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.
Additional Application Filing Information:Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery
prior to the final filing date. If you are mailing your application, as a courtesy we ask that you contact the HR Consultant listed to confirm your application has been received. This is not required, but highly encouraged so we can ensure the timely submission of your application.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.
Closing Date/Time: 8/12/2024
