SUPERVISING DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General, the Chief Deputy Attorney General, and the Attorney General, the Supervising Deputy Attorney General (SDAG) directs and monitors the work of a team of Deputy Attorneys General (DAG), may directly supervise paralegals, and directs the work of support staff; evaluates the performance of DAGs and paralegals; provides training to DAGs and paralegals; handles general administrative matters; interviews and selects, or actively participates in the interview and selection process for DAGs and paralegals; and personally performs the most difficult and complex legal work in criminal trials, federal and state habeas corpus, other writs and appeals, including capital litigation, that requires the highest level of independent judgment. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: often acting as the lead attorney on a 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; drafting and analyzing legislative measures and regulations.

Attorneys in the Criminal Division, Appeals, Writs, and Trials unit uphold the Attorney General's constitutional responsibility to represent the People of California in criminal cases. Attorneys in AWT regularly appear in various county superior courts, the California Courts of Appeal, the California Supreme Court, the United States District Court, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. The work is fast-paced and challenging, and it requires an extensive knowledge of criminal law. Excellent research and writing skills are essential. SDAGs are also required to work on issues related to death-penalty litigation.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-280512 Position #(s):420-211-5703-XXX Working Title: Appeals, Writs and Trials SectionClassification: SUPERVISING DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL$12,141.00 - $15,600.00 # of Positions: 2 Work Location: Sacramento County Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Criminal Law, Appeals, Writs and Trials Section.
• 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

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Explanations" section located at the bottom of page one on your state application (STD 678).
• The Supervising Deputy Attorney General exam may be found on-line at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams

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: 12/24/2021

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 Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Justice Attn: Nicole Farrah (JC-280512) 1300 I Street, 7th 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 Nicole Farrah (JC-280512) 1300 I Street, 7th 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

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: Applicants should have experience with state and federal habeas corpus procedures and appellate work. Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary. SDAGs must have exceptional judgment and tact. SDAGs should also demonstrate initiative, have strong organizational and leadership skills, have the ability to work under pressure and work effectively with all levels of staff, and be creative and resourceful problem solvers.

Benefits

Please access this link to the CalHR Benefit Summary for 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 Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Nicole Farrah
(916) 210-7259
Nicole.Farrah@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 mailing your application, please reach out to the HR contact listed to ensure your application has been received.

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.