ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Job Description and DutiesIn accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.Under general direction provided by the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney Supervisor supervises Attorney IVs, Attorney IIIs and Attorneys in the Legal Office, performs administrative duties, and serves as a member of the Legal Office's senior management team.This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape and strengthen the legal work of the Department of Conservation. The Attorney Supervisor will partner closely with one of two Assistant Chief Counsels to plan, direct, and elevate the work of a team of attorneys who handle some of the Department's most pressing and complex legal challenges. As a trusted legal advisor and leader, the Attorney Supervisor will:Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of attorneys handling matters of varying complexity.Step in for the Assistant Chief Counsel as needed, ensuring seamless leadership continuity.Collaborate with legal and executive management to develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies that support the Department's mission.Oversee and review the work of subordinate attorneys, ensuring the highest standards of legal analysis and advocacy.Personally handle or guide the most sensitive, novel, and high-impact cases.Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary by 4.62% [BU2] in exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable Bargaining Unit contract.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Working ConditionsThis position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person in Sacramento at least two days per week at 715 P Street, MS 1906, Sacramento, CA 95814 . Alternative work locations will not be considered.Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must show proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.Please see the attached duty statement for information related to this position's working conditions.Minimum RequirementsYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.* ATTORNEY SUPERVISORAdditional Documents* Job Application Package Checklist* Duty StatementPosition DetailsJob Code #:JC-508924Position #(s):538-401-5749-XXXWorking Title:Staff Counsel SupervisorClassification:ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR$11,867.00 - $16,900.00New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.# of Positions:1Work Location:Sacramento CountyTelework:HybridJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeFacility:Primary Cert ContactDepartment InformationWith a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.govSpecial RequirementsThis position is subject to the Department of Conservation's Conflict of Interest code.The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.This position is contingent on budget approval.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: 3/23/2026Who May ApplyIndividuals 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 ApplyComplete 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:Department of ConservationN/AAttn: Andrea Derich715 P Street, MS 1806Sacramento, CA 95814Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Department of ConservationPrimary Cert ContactAndrea Derich715 P Street, MS 1806Sacramento, CA 95814Due to limited access, call Hiring Contact prior to dropping off your application package.08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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.Statement of Qualifications -The Statement of Qualifications should be no more than 3 pages, 12-point Arial font, 1-inch margins. Please respond to each question separately and include specific examples from your experience.1.Describe your experience supervising or leading attorneys or professional staff.Including your approach to:i. Coaching and mentoringii. Providing performance feedbackiii. Supporting staff developmentiv. Addressing performance concerns2.Describe your approach to managing a high-volume workload with competing deadlines. Provide an example of a time you had to prioritize multiple urgent matters and how you determined what came first.* Other - COVER LETTER: Applicants must include a cover letter with their application package to be considered for this opportunity.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:Excellent computer skillsPossess good interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently, as well as in a team environmentAbility to organize and prioritize multiple assignmentsAbility to promote a positive working environment and relationship with othersBenefitsDOC employees may be eligible for the following benefits:Health, dental, and vision benefitsPaid sick and vacationCalifornia State holiday pay401(k) and 457 plansRetirement (CalPERS)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Public Transit SubsidyAdditional benefit information can be found on the following websites:California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary.Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.calpers.ca.gov.Contact InformationThe Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.govHuman Resources Contact:Andrea Derich(916) 858-9026andrea.derich@conservation.ca.govPlease 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) 215-0955EEO@conservation.ca.govCalifornia 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.Important InformationDo not email or fax your application. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR "SEE ATTACHED" WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.Additional InformationELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: If new to California State service, or need to gain list eligibility for this classification, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR's website to review the exam bulletin:Attorney Supervisor ExamEDUCATION INFORMATION: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.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.