Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This Job Control is listed Until Filled.  Applications will be processed in rounds with the following cut-off dates:

• June 26,  2025
• July 10,  2025
• July 24, 2025
• August 7, 2025
• August 21, 2025

Under the direction of the Attorney Supervisor, the Attorney I provides legal recommendations to Board members, its Executive team, and staff.  The Attorney I also advises the Administration Division, Victim Compensation Program (VCP), and Revenue Recovery Branch. Additionally, the Attorney I position is quasi-judicial, and acts as an Administrative Hearing Officer regarding victim appeals and Erroneously Convicted Felon claims.

This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in person at least two (2) days per week and as needed/required. Beginning July 1, 2025, all employees will be required to work in person four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25.

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.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

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:

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:

• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with staff and the public at all levels
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Experience with administrative adjudicatory bodies
• Experience with state contracting process
• Experience with complex civil litigation
• Familiarity with the PRA and IPA

Benefits

CalVCB employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on the length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment.

Some added benefits CalVCB offers include:

• Telework
• Flexible Work Hours
• Generous healthcare benefits - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement and Savings Plans
• Group Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development
• Short-Term Disability Program
• Convenient transportation options, including light-rail and pre-tax parking
• Nearby restaurants

For more details about employee benefits, visit the CalHR Benefits Website

Location

CalVCB is located at 400 R Street in downtown Sacramento, blocks from the light rail and public transportation and within walking distance to restaurants, Sacramento River levee bike trail, the State Capitol, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50 and Highway 80.  

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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required at the time of your application submittal. Please see the “Statement of Qualifications” section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Remote job, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,

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