Overview
Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Insurance Defense Jobs in Maitland, FL at The Rock Law Group, PA
The Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) is accepting applications for a Staff Services Manager I (Supervising Caseworker). Whether you’re an experienced paralegal looking to enter a managerial role or a seasoned manager looking to work in public defense, OSPD has the resources, tools, and strategies to aid you in the next steps of your career.
Caseworkers at OSPD work collaboratively with a team of attorneys and other Caseworkers to provide paralegal support in capital appeals and other matters in the California Supreme Court, the District Courts of Appeal, the Superior Courts of California, and the Supreme Court of the United States. As the Supervising Caseworker, you will be working supervisor, applying your skills as a paralegal in capital appeals and other matters, and sharing your knowledge and experience by providing the Caseworker Unit with expertise, oversight, and training. You will also collaborate with the Managing Caseworker on general program and policy formulation, assignments, and personnel matters, and you will advocate for the Caseworker Unit in a managerial setting.
Ideal candidates for this position will have experience
providing paralegal support in appellate proceedings,
training, coaching, and mentoring teammates; and
advocating for organizational improvement.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
Please take the short recruitment survey linked here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M7N6925
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
OSDP has two regional offices located in Oakland and Sacramento.
The Oakland office is located downtown in a modern high-rise building near the 12th Street BART station, not to mention a variety of delicious restaurants.
The Sacramento office is located downtown in a modern high-rise building near SacRT Light Rail stations, Downtown Commons, and plenty of shopping.
OSPD permits full-time telework in accordance with government code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. Business travel reimbursements consider an employee’s designated Headquarters Location and primary residence. The policy may be subject to change by the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
Due to the nature of the position, the Supervising Caseworker is sometimes required to work nights, weekends, and other non-traditional schedules. Absent unusual circumstances, certain duties must be performed in person, such as training, supervision, and visiting detention facilities. The position requires traveling to clients, conferences, meetings, and training events up to 10% of the time and includes occasional overnight travel, up to a week. Travel is primarily by automobile but also includes occasional train, airplane, or public transportation.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-471958
Position #(s):
426-015-4800-003
Working Title:
Supervising Caseworker
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
$6,963.00 – $8,650.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Telework
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The OSPD is legislatively mandated to focus its resources on postconviction appellate representation in death penalty cases and improving indigent defense in California by providing assistance and training to local public defender systems.
Diversity Statement
OSPD is committed to promoting a workplace rooted in the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We can best serve our clients and stakeholders when we have a diverse staff that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our colleagues.
An inclusive culture improves the quality of our work lives and makes us better advocates for our clients and better colleagues to each other. We are continually growing and are committed to equitable, inclusive, and nondiscriminatory hiring practices.
OSPD encourages applications from all qualified individuals of any race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, and veteran status.
OSPD is recognized by the State Bar of California as a gold tier recipient of the DEI Leadership Seal Program for its on-going commitment to advancing workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion for all staff through evidence-based actions.
Department Website: http://www.ospd.ca.gov/
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: 4/30/2025
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.
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:
Office of the State Public Defender
Human Resources
Attn: Human Resources – TM
770 L Street, Suite 1000
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Office of the State Public Defender
Human Resources
Human Resources – TM
770 L Street, Suite 1000
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.
Statement of Qualifications – Please see the “Statement of Qualifications” section for instructions
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:
Significant experience as a paralegal in the most complex appellate cases.
Knowledge of procedures for citation checking, including proper case formatting according to both the California Style Manual and the Bluebook Style Guide.
Proficient ability to use legal software, including Best Authority, Adobe, Accurint, Westlaw, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Outlook.
Excellent judgment regarding when to delegate and when to escalate issues arising out of the division to executive management.
Ability to review and monitor staff work for efficiency and effective progress.
Ability to review and facilitate personnel matters in a professional manner.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to communicate, problem-solve, and manage time effectively.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to unpredictable changes in priorities and assignments.
Ability to build a culture of belonging and inclusion by fostering an environment that promotes respect and collaboration to resolve issues.
Knowledge and skills to effectively collaborate with people from different cultures, ethnicities, and background, while respecting their unique perspectives and practices
Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with applicable laws.
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Benefits
The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, and Retirement benefits. For more information on what is offered by the State of California, please visit the California Department of Human Resources CalHR website and the California Public Employees’ Retirement System CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.ospd.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Twanna Moore
(916) 322-7043
[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:
Denise Armendariz
(916) 322-2676
[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
Please provide detailed responses to the questions below, this can be in the form of a cover letter. Your response must be single-spaced, written in narrative form, and no longer than 2 pages. The SOQ also serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
Please discuss how your experience, education, training, and skills relate to this position’s primary duties as listed in the duty statement; and
Please discuss why you are interested in the Staff Services Manager I (Supervising Caseworker) position with the Office of the State Public Defender.
Applicants who fail to submit a SOQ will not be considered for an interview.
Staff Services Manager I Exam/Assessment
You will need to take and pass the exam to establish eligibility prior to job offer:
Staff Services Manager I
Staff Services Manager I (Leap)
Please click the link in the Minimum Qualification section of this posting to see if you meet the requirements based on your experience.
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: Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Insurance Defense
Company: The Rock Law Group, PA
Location: Maitland, FL
