Job Description and DutiesUnder the general direction of the Office Manager and the immediate supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, the Legal Support Supervisor II directs and coordinates the activities, through Legal Support Supervisors I, of staff who provide legal support, executive support, clerical, and related general office services to a large staff of attorneys, paralegals, executive staff and other professionals. The incumbents will plan, organize, and assign legal secretarial teams and clerical staff in providing legal and clerical services to the legal staff; supervise the planning and flow of work; assign and reassign staff to meet changing workload conditions; plan, review, evaluate, and recommend changes of operating procedures and, through subordinates, direct their implementation of the preparation of manuals, and perform a wide variety of administrative duties to maintain the support functions of a large legal office.
The incumbents will also disseminate changes in policy and procedures to support staff on a regular basis; hold team/staff meetings and meet with attorney staff to discuss the efforts of the support staff to provide quality service. Additional duties include but are not limited to: Complete ongoing reports and special projects as delegated by the Office Manager or Statewide Manager such as career counseling, training, and ergonomic evaluations and recruiting and hiring support personnel, including subordinate supervisors. The incumbents will also assure that support employees receive adequate training and monitor continuing training efforts; approve probationary reports of performance and take or recommend appropriate personnel action; counsel employees; approve individual development plans; assist the Office Manager or Statewide Manager in preparing budget materials; and monitors precautionary measures regarding safety as directed by office policy.
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Duty Statement .
Working ConditionsPartial telework and/or in-office options are available. Schedules are based on business needs and may be re-evaluated as Department needs change.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- LEGAL SUPPORT SUPERVISOR II
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position DetailsJob Code #: JC-447060
Position #(s): 420-037-1278-002
Working Title: Legal Support Supervisor II Classification: LEGAL SUPPORT SUPERVISOR II
$5,551.00 - $6,953.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: San Diego County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Work Week: Monday to Friday
Department InformationThis position is located in the Divisionof Operations, Legal Support Operations, San Diego.
• Training and Development Assignment will not be considered this type of appointment for this position.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surpluslanguage below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• This position is located in a high-rise in Downtown San Diego.
• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov .
Special Requirements • Fingerprint check will be required
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (
JC-447060) and the title of this position in the "Examination or JobTitle (s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
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: 9/12/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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: Maria Bouvia
1300 I Street 8th Floor
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
Maria Bouvia
1300 I Street 8th Floor
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 required and must be included.
- Other - Cover letter is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for this position. This also serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing, and should be typed and no more than two pages in length.
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:
Ability to work independently, cooperatively and tactfully with all levels of staff; demonstrated initiative and willingness to assume increased responsibility; ability to write and communicate effectively; use of tact and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues; ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information; excellent organizational skills; demonstrate ability to follow through on tasks and commitment; resourceful and innovative; good computer skills and knowledge of Excel, Word and ProLaw is desired. Ability to demonstrate excellent attendance an punctuality.
BenefitsBenefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact InformationThe Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Maria Bouvia
(916) 210-6743
OPSJC@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.
LEGAL SUPPORT SUPERVISOR II EXAMINATION LINK:LSS I Link (please click the apply button and it will direct you to the examination page):
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1836
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON APPLICATION FILING:Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there's 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 .
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: 9/12/2024
