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ATTORNEY IV – ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL / LEGAL UNIT / CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY
The reporting location for this position is Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Deputy Secretary/General Counsel.
As Assistant General Counsel (AGC) in the Natural Resources Agency, this position will work under the general direction of the Deputy Secretary/General Counsel, and in collaboration with the other AGC. The AGC independently performs sensitive and complex legal work for the Natural Resources Agency and collaborates with staff and legal counsel in the 40 departments, boards, commissions, conservancies, and museums within the Agency. The work is challenging, varied, and rewarding as the AGC works with and advises colleagues across the Agency on issues related to energy, water, fire protection, protection of species, tribal matters, and all the work the Agency does to protect the historical, natural, and cultural resources of California.
Flexible Work Schedule: This position is categorized as Office-Centered. The position’s job duties are performed at their designated work location 50% or more of the time within a work month. This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Beginning July 1, 2025, it is expected that all employees will be required to work in-person at least four days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25.
The incumbent’s work schedule will be Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Training and Development Assignments may be considered.
For further information regarding this position, please contact Mia Soto at [email protected]
Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended.
Note: New to the State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Flexible Work Schedule:This position is eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Beginning July 1, 2025, it is expected that all employees will be required to work in-person at least four days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
ATTORNEY IV
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-478100
Position #(s):
534-001-5780-001
Working Title:
Assistant General Counsel
Classification:
ATTORNEY IV
$11,644.00 – $15,627.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) is a state cabinet-level agency in the government of California. Through its 40 departments, conservancies, boards, commissions, councils, and museums, the California Natural Resources Agency is responsible for protecting historical, natural, and cultural sites, monitoring and controlling state lands and waterways, and regulating fish and game use.
The current Secretary for the California Natural Resources is Wade Crowfoot, and he serves as a member of Governor Gavin Newsom’s cabinet.
Home to over 25,000 employes, our Agency protects, manages, and restores the state’s environment and its vast natural, cultural, and historical resources. We advance this work with science as our foundation and inclusion and collaboration as our guiding principles.
Mission statement: To restore, protect and manage the state’s natural, historical, and cultural resources for current and future generations using creative approaches and solutions based on science, collaboration, and respect for all the communities and interests involved. We are on a mission to help all Californians and nature thrive together.
Special Requirements
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person drop off.
All job applicants must provide their employment history on the State Application STD 678. rather than attaching a resume to the form, this may be considered incomplete.
“To” and “From” dates (month/day/year)
Hours worked per week
Private sector job titles
Supervisor name and phone number
Job duties performed
State experience should list the department and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Transcripts
If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts upon appointment. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.
Personal Identifying Information
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.
The Minimum qualifications can be found in Attorney IV classification specifications.
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: 5/29/2025
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Natural Resources Agency
California Natural Resources Agency
Attn: Classification and Hiring – Personnel Technician
c/o California Natural Resources Agency 715 P street
Sacramento, CA 95815
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Natural Resources Agency
California Natural Resources Agency
Classification and Hiring – Personnel Technician
c/o California Natural Resources Agency 715 P street
Sacramento, CA 95815
08:00 AM – 04:30 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.
School Transcripts
Other – Please submit a Cover Letter.
Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Failure to include the Statement of Qualifications as required shall result in disqualification from the hiring process. Please see the section labeled “Statement of Qualifications” for further information.
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:
Knowledge of the organization and functions of California state government.
Knowledge and experience working on matters concerning the California Environmental Quality Act and environmental laws.
Experience working with tribes and tribal governments.
Litigation experience.
Knowledge of state budget and legislative processes.
Experience working with attorneys in the Office of the Attorney General.
Experience or knowledge in any of the following areas: contracting and procurement; California Public Records Act; Open Meeting Act; labor and employment; ethics and conflicts of interest; rulemaking; grants; real estate transactions.
Experience providing legal services and support to an executive team.
Experience leading programs and projects.
Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully.
Strong ability to maintain composure during, and successfully navigate, difficult conversations and situations.
Ability to advocate and defend positions and ideas with confidence and enthusiasm, and to confront difficult issues to ensure they are addressed.
Ability to think strategically, manage change, and provide innovative solutions to complex problems.
Demonstrated experience or ability to handle multiple assignments and work effectively under pressure.
Strong organizational skills, the ability to set priorities when faced with conflicting demands, and meeting deadlines within challenging and strict time constraints.
Ability to analyze and develop solutions to technical, personnel, and politically sensitive problems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to respond effectively to feedback.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Mia Soto
(916) 653-5656
[email protected]
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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 894-9567
[email protected]
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.
Statement of Qualifications
Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications for this recruitment. You must provide specific information in your response(s) which demonstrates how your knowledge, skills, and training meet the needs of this position.
The SOQ must have each response numbered, no more than four pages in length, single-spaced and using 12-point Arial font. You must indicate your Name and Job Control Number at the top of the page.
Please describe, with specificity, your experience with and specific interest in the Natural Resources Agency by addressing in the categories below how you are qualified for this position.
Ability to perform sensitive and complex legal work under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
Knowledge and/or interest in environmental issues with an emphasis on at least one issue area that is part of the mission of the Natural Resources Agency.
Extensive experience with open meeting laws, the Political Reform Act, the Public Records Act, litigation or regulatory issues.
Experience working collaboratively within a team or experience working across agencies or departments.
*** For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To be considered for this position you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:
List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for the classification of Attorney IV. Click here for more information on how to apply for the Attorney IV position. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.
Please see the three-step guide to getting a state job.
Applications must be postmarked by the United States Postal Service or depositing with a parcel delivery or courier service no later than the final filing date specified by the job announcement, provided that the parcel contains proof of a timely deposit with the parcel delivery or courier service or
Date stamped at the appropriate office of the appointing power no later than the final filing date specified by the job announcement or
Electronically transmitted no later than 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the final filing date specified on the job announcement.
When determining if an application has been filed within the time as set forth above, any dates printed on mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology shall not be considered postmarks and, as such, are not acceptable proof of the date the application was filed.
A completed State Application (STD. 678), a Resume, and any other relevant documents (e.g., transcript copies, copies of degree(s), cover letter, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareer Account, by U.S. mail, or by dropping your application package off.
Please reference Job Control 478100 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section on the STD. 678. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please note you can only apply for one Job Control per application submission.
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.
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Title: Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Company: TrustPoint International, LLC
Location: Baltimore, MD
