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Position Base: Oakland

Location: UCOP - Franklin Building

UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.

The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Learn more about the UC Office of the President

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Legal - Office of General Counsel (OGC) delivers ethical, timely, efficient and high quality legal services to the University of California ten campuses, six medical centers, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, as well as to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors and other officers of the University. Its services include prosecuting and defending litigation, drafting and negotiating agreements, providing advice, counsel and interpretation of laws, regulations and policies, and assisting with development of effective compliance and risk mitigation strategies to facilitate the University's complex operations.

POSITION SUMMARY

The position deploys substantial civil litigation expertise managing a wide variety of litigation within the general liability program; working closely with outside counsel in developing case strategy consistent with University policy and protocols; independently handling a full range of legal matters and projects, including matters based on tort, contract and statutory principles. The program includes matters that are complex and involve matters of substantial importance and impact to the University. The position requires interpretation of complex facts, application of the law in areas of high ambiguity; providing functional advice to senior managers and campus stakeholders concerning risk assessment, liability, and damages; acting as a liaison among outside counsel, campus counsel, campus risk managers, and other campus constituents; and drafting, reviewing, and revising discovery documents, pleadings, and briefs. The general liability program encompasses a wide variety of claims, including personal injury, auto, third party ADA claims, police practices, cyber, and other matters asserting a mix of tort, contract and statutory claims, as well as first party property and subrogation claims. This position will also evaluate the applicability of self-insurance, and commercial insurance and reinsurance, identify and pursue opportunities for indemnification from third parties, as well as advise on risk-related issues such as waivers, assumption of risk, and insurance and indemnification provisions in a myriad of contracts and grants.

By practicing UC Legal's established Values for Principles of Community, all team members are expected to promote and maintain a workforce that is collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team.

Responsibilities

85% Legal

• Establishes effective relationships with key internal and external constituencies.
• Recognizes strategic needs of organization and proactively builds relationships with appropriate stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
• Serves as a trusted strategic partner with University business units, providing practical advice and alternative solutions to business issues.
• Advises and renders opinions to senior leaders with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy.
• Works with colleagues at the Office of the President or campus/medical center locations to develop and modify practices and procedures to conform with changing legal requirements.
• Provides substantial expertise, advice, and counsel on highly complex legal matters in civil litigation.
• Functions as a lead and technical resource within the area of practice.
• Directly negotiates matters on behalf of The Regents.
• May act as a liaison with outside counsel, and/or represent the University in complex litigation.
• Develops objectives and ensures service according to established priorities.
• Independently handles full range of legal matters and projects, to include those which hold substantial importance and impact.

10% Supervision and Leadership

• Delegates work effectively to maximize efficiencies.
• Provides clear expectations and mentors legal support staff to meet expected levels of productivity and accuracy.
• Practices OGC's established Values for Principles of Community: collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team.
• Supports OGC's commitment to diversity efforts - ensures equal opportunity in recruitment process by ensuring diverse representation on search committees and outreach efforts.
• Promotes equity in advancements and encourages participation in career advising or mentoring programs.
• Provides functional advice, training and/or guidance and effectively mentors less-experienced attorneys.
• Understand that safety and environmental issues are essential elements of ensuring the continued success of UC and its employees, and maintain a safe, healthy and environmentally sound workplace.

5% Other

• Makes recommendations concerning areas of work to perform in-house, versus payment for an outside firm.
• Ensures accurate record keeping in compliance with OGC data quality protocols.
• Complies with delegations of authority for committing University funds.

Experience

Minimum of 8 years of litigation experience in a law firm or in-house counsel for an academic institution, corporation, or other entity required.

Required Qualifications

• Proven abilities in collaboration, facilitation, and strategic and creative thinking.
• Thorough understanding of complex legal issues and ability to foresee implications in a University setting, even when ambiguous or hidden.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including proven ability to actively listen, negotiate, persuade and educate.
• Skills to gain trust and build credibility with a broad group of colleagues and clients, to include senior leaders.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to create and deliver effective materials and/or presentations appropriate to a particular audience.
• In-depth research skills to draft accurate, complete and persuasive legal documents, such as pleadings, legal responses, affidavits, position statements and briefs.
• Proven decision making ability, even when unpopular, earning credibility and support from colleagues.
• Relied on to represent institutional concerns persuasively to internal and external parties.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills to provide clear expectations, guidance and performance feedback to less experienced attorneys and legal support staff.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and tact when handling sensitive or potentially sensitive issues. 
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards.
• Advanced skills in project management, and facilitating policy review and changes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience handling general liability cases, complex litigation, or tort defense work.
• In-house or public sector work is a plus.
• Litigation experience beyond traditional general liability cases.

Education

Advanced degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training required

Licenses and Certifications

Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of California

Travel Requirements

25% Occasional business travel.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person hired will be required to reside within California and report to work on-site at UC’s Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA on a regular basis.  Current policy requires that a new employee work on-site at least two days a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (“anchor days”). In exceptional circumstances, approved by the General Counsel, candidates residing in or willing to relocate to California may be considered for a fully remote work arrangement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Job Title: Counsel 4

Job Code: 000201

Salary Grade: Grade 29

Payscale: $220,000 - $255,000, commensurate with experience

Full Salary Range: $165,200 - $333,800

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is June 24, 2024. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy

The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: Accessibility or email the Human Resource Department at: epost@ucop.edu.

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ALJ openings at the Office of Administrative Hearings in the General Jurisdiction Division. In LA and Sacramento. 

The State of California’s Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is seeking applications for the position of Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) within the General Jurisdiction Division’s Sacramento and Los Angeles regional offices. OAH is a quasi-judicial tribunal that provides independent ALJs to conduct hearings and alternative dispute resolution for over 1,500 State and local government agencies. General Jurisdiction ALJs preside over administrative hearings conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act or other legal authority and prepare detailed written decisions making findings of fact and conclusions of law. ALJs adjudicate cases of varying complexity involving disputes including: professional/occupational license discipline, public employee retirement benefits, developmental disability benefits, teacher and public safety employee discipline, and other matters referred to OAH for administrative adjudication. OAH is seeking motivated, fair, and detail-oriented individuals, with excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills, to fulfill its mission to provide a neutral forum for fair and independent resolution of administrative matters, ensuring due process and respecting the dignity of all. A detailed description of duties, requirements, and application instructions can be found here for Sacramento:CalCareers and here for Los Angeles: CalCareers

Comments Sought,

A new proposal has been posted to the California Courts website, at http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Posted under the following location:

Legislative Proposals

SP24-06

Title: Judicial Council–Sponsored Legislation: Juror and Prospective Juror Oaths Using Plain Language

Summary: The Court Executives Advisory Committee (CEAC) and Jury Administration and Management Subcommittee (JAMS) propose amending the oaths administered to jurors and prospective jurors in Cal. CCP § 232 to use plain language.

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Friday, July 12, 2024, at, 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

Every year leaders from Bar Affiliates all over California are invited to attend a Summit in Sacramento that addresses the work of each county’s unity bar. At this summit there are panels and speakers that provide updates as to the work of the various Unity Bars. These speakers range from a Supreme Court Justices, Judicial Nominating Secretaries, Retired Justices, and Community leaders. The primary mission of the Unity Bar is to open pathways to the bench for underserved communities, often starting the work at middle schools and high schools.

The Unity Bar Summit's objective is to make the bench reflective of the community and ensure that well qualified applicants do not self-disqualify and let our youth know that they can be Judges or involved in the legal community.

OC has one of the largest Unity Bars Comprised of 13 of its Bar Affiliates including OCWLA.

OCWLA is excited to announce board members Amber Poston, Heidi Plummer were invited and attended!

Comments Sought, a new proposal has been posted to the California Courts website, at http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Posted under the following location:

CRIMINAL JURY INSTRUCTIONS (CALCRIM)

CALCRIM-2024-01

Title: Criminal Jury Instructions: Revisions

Summary: Revisions to jury instructions reflecting recent developments in the law and user suggestions.

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Friday, June 21, 2024, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

The application period for the position Associate General Counsel I at LAUSD is currently open. Please see the attached PDF for more information about the post. You may apply to the position at lausdjobs.org

Associate General Counsel I Job Posting.pdf

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Position Base: Oakland

Location: UCOP - Franklin Building

UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.

The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Learn more about the UC Office of the President

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

UC Legal - Office of the General Counsel (UCL) provides legal services to the university's 10 campuses, five medical centers, and three affiliated national laboratories, including representation, advice, research and training. We also provide legal opinions to the Board of Regents, administration, faculty, staff and others acting on the university's behalf. We report jointly to the Board of Regents and the President. The Education Affairs and Governance group handles a wide variety of issues involving students, faculty, and academic life, such as admissions, fees, financial aid, housing, student conduct, research compliance, conflicts of interest, governance, faculty, and Academic Senate matters.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel - Education Affairs, Employment and Governance, this Managing Counsel position will supervise a team of in-house counsel in the Education Affairs or Governance practice areas, and also provides direct client service. These practice groups handle a broad range of issues including, but not limited to, free speech, academic freedom, admissions, financial aid, student conduct, FERPA, Title IX, Clery, public records, conflict of interest, and Regents bylaws and policies. The Managing Counsel serves as a resource to subordinates on highly complex legal matters or problems in the assigned practice areas; advises and renders opinions to senior management with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy; works with representatives of the campus on developing and modifying practices and procedures to conform with legal requirements; and leads and/or supports administrative or management initiatives within UC Legal. The Managing Counsel: assists the Deputy General Counsel of EAEG in the day-to-day operations of the practice group and the development of its strategic plans and budgets; serves as a member of the OGC leadership team; provides direct supervision over lawyers working in the Oakland UC Legal office and leads recruitment and retention efforts.

Responsibilities

50% Leadership and Supervision

• Manages OGC attorneys to achieve high quality work products from each individual and meet departmental service expectations. Provides an environment of individual growth and career development, recognizing and utilizing skills of others through clear, specific and timely performance feedback; recruits, mentors and retains talented employees; provides effective coaching, delegates effectively and rewards superior performance.
• Participates and collaborates in long range strategic direction for OGC initiatives, programs and services.
• Establishes the strategic goals and objectives for legal service areas under his/her purview, in support of OGC strategic goals.
• Adheres to University principles of transparency and openness in working with all constituents.
• Inspires and develops creative and innovative approaches to addressing challenges and problems.
• Seeks to determine whether programs and activities add value to the work of the University. Drives change initiatives by defining measurable outcomes, energizing others at all levels and ensuring continuing commitment when faced with new initiatives; confronts and works through concerns of various stakeholders.
• Develop clear, written performance goals and objectives annually for direct reports and contribute to the development of same for all members of the legal staff.
• Provide oral feedback to direct reports regarding progress toward goals and objectives throughout the performance review cycle.
• Provide coaching, counseling and corrective action plans as needed.
• Monitor workload of team and direct reports; evaluate client service, resource capacity and legal practice needs.
• Provide recommendations for the merit, equity, retention and award process (performance evaluation and monetary remuneration)
• Provide proactive and consistent contributions and leadership for OGC projects and initiatives.
• Proactively contribute to strategic planning for the section.
• Ensure that direct reports provide contributions for projects and initiatives.
• Practice OGC's established Values for Principles of Community: collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team.
• Demonstrate an active and engaged commitment to diversity, establishing a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for diversity of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran in the University. 
• Ensure equal opportunity in search and recruitment process by ensuring diverse representation on search committees, supplemental outreach efforts, etc., and promote equity in advancements by describing review process for new staff and encouraging participation in career advising or mentoring programs, etc.
• Understand that safety and environmental issues are essential elements of ensuring the continued success of UC and its employees, and maintain a safe, healthy and environmentally sound workplace.

50% Client Service

• Provides direct client service.
• Understands that UC is a large, complex organization with many clients.
• Serve directly as legal specialist and be relied upon for high quality, timely, relevant, and solution-oriented counsel including research, writing, advice and advocacy.
• Serve as a trusted strategic partner with University business units, providing practical advice and alternative solutions to business issues.
• May directly negotiate matters on behalf of The Regents.
• Demonstrate and promote appropriate risk tolerance.
• Prioritize objectives and ensure service according to those priorities.
• Keep informed on legislation and case law developments affecting overall operations of the University or the legal practice area.
• Render opinions to The Regents and senior management with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy or taking certain courses of action.
• Practice OGC's established Values for Principles of Community: collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team.

Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a law firm, public agency or academic setting. Experience should include work in at least one of the following areas: student affairs, civil rights/anti-discrimination, academic research compliance, board governance, and/or public accountability laws such as conflicts of interest or public records.

Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications

• Outstanding interpersonal skills to interact effectively and develop and maintain productive working relationships with an array of diverse interests, individuals, and constituencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Judgment, tact and diplomacy to partner with senior teams to help them achieve their strategic objectives.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively during interactions and utilize active listening skills.
• Exceptional ability to draft accurate, complete and persuasive legal documents, such as pleadings, legal responses, affidavits, position statements and briefs.
• Demonstrated understanding of highly complex legal issues in a University setting.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality with regard to sensitive issues and information and exercise discretion in dealing with sensitive or potentially sensitive topics.
• Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards.
• Previous management or supervisory experience and / or significant project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a team player in all circumstances, as defined by contributing to the successful outcome of initiatives, accountabilities, and operations of others.
• Exceptional ability to represent institutional concerns persuasively to internal and external parties.
• Outstanding written skills as defined by the ability to compose a variety of concise, informative written materials appropriate to a particular audience.
• Outstanding skills in the ability to lead by influence and consensus.

Education

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in related area

Licenses and Certifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be in good standing in the California State Bar. (Out-of-state hire would be afforded time to pass the Bar within a reasonable period).

Travel Requirements

• 5% Occasional business travel.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person hired will be required to reside within California and report to work on-site at UC’s Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA on a regular basis. Current policy requires that a new employee work on-site at least two days a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (“anchor days”).

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Job Title: Managing Counsel 3

Job Code: 000203

Salary Grade: Grade 31

Payscale: $290,000 - $320,000, commensurate with experience

Full Salary Range: $210,700 - $437,500

The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is May 6, 2024. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy

The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: Accessibility or email the Human Resource Department at: epost@ucop.edu.

Please apply through this link:

https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucop/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=19&JobOpeningId=66882&PostingSeq=1

SALARY RANGE:

Deputy City Attorney I: $109,306 - $146,481 Annually

Deputy City Attorney II: $132,059 - $176,966 Annually

Senior Deputy City Attorney: $140,179 - $187,853 Annually

In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have outstanding career opportunities available, as we're looking for the "right people" to serve as Deputy City Attorney I, Deputy City Attorney II, or Senior Deputy City Attorney in our LITIGATION Division.

The Ideal Candidate has been practicing law in California for at least 2 years, with civil trial experience, either in prosecuting or defending lawsuits. The Ideal Candidate also has very strong legal research and writing experience, with experience researching and writing Writs, researching and writing Appeals, and preparing written discovery, dispositive motions, and preparing trial documents and briefs. Having represented other government or public agencies at trial is a significant plus and experience with State laws involving housing, planning and zoning, and State environmental laws is desirable.

City Attorney's Office

The Office of the City Attorney represents the City in all aspects of legal representation. In addition to handling all lawsuits in-house, and prosecuting crimes at the local level, the City Attorney's Office advises the City Council and all City officials in all matters of law pertaining to the business of the City of Huntington Beach. Among other things, generally the City Attorney defends the City in every lawsuit, including Writs and Appeals, prepares and/or reviews all City Ordinances, Resolutions, contracts and other legal documents. The City Attorney also prosecutes criminal cases arising from violation of the provisions of the City Charter or Huntington Beach Municipal Code, and such State misdemeanors as the City has the power to prosecute.

The Position

Under general direction from the City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney, the Deputy City Attorney I, II or Senior Deputy City Attorney are assigned to the Litigation Division of the City Attorney's Office.

The Deputy City Attorney I or II perform routine to complex legal work, while the Senior level position will be assigned to handle high-exposure litigation principally in areas of, among others, Writs, Appeals, land use, State housing and

environmental laws, personnel, police defense, personal injury and other tort defense, inverse condemnation, and public works, and may be required to provide direction and assistance to less experienced attorneys at the Deputy City Attorney levels. Regarding day-to-day function, these positions receive instruction or assistance commensurate with their experience and position level.

NOTE: This posting is a job series in which applications will be accepted, reviewed, and considered based on the qualifications listed on the application. The candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and best meet the City's current needs will be invited to test at the appropriate job level within the series. Only ONE APPLICATION needs to be submitted to be considered for this job series.

Please note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close when the hiring manager determines that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Examples of Essential Duties

Deputy City Attorney I / II

Timely responds to the needs presented while working in the City Attorney’s Office in a professional, responsible, efficient manner in accordance with office policy as set by the City Attorney;
Performs a full range of legal research, writing, and other law-related transactional duties;
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates leases, contracts, and agreements;

Drafts, reviews, evaluates, revises, and recommends City ordinances, resolutions, policies and procedures; Performs legal research, analysis, interprets laws, rulings and regulations, and prepares legal opinions to departments, boards, commissions, agencies and established committees as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorneys;

Attends meetings with City staff and/or members of the public on behalf of the City and provides legal advice during the meetings as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorneys;
May indirectly supervise other less experienced attorneys, support staff, and interns, provide work assignments and direction, review and evaluate work product as directed by the City Attorney or Chief Assistant City Attorney (at the II level)

Please click here to view the full job description for Deputy City Attorney I

Please click here to view the full job description for Deputy City Attorney II

In addition to duties listed above, Senior Deputy City Attorney (Litigation) also

Performs the full range of litigation work;
Responsible for Writs, Appeals, civil litigation, trials, damage or other civil suits in State and federal courts, including advanced appellate work and the representation of the City's Police Department and its officers in Pitchess Motions, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney;
Occasionally represents management in hearings involving City employee disciplinary matters, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney;
Handles all aspects of assigned cases or claims including investigation, pleading preparation, discovery, law and motion, court appearances, settlement negotiations, legal research, witness preparation, and trials for tort defense, writ actions, Pitchess motions, appellate work, civil rights actions, code enforcement, nuisance abatement, administrative actions and employee grievances, as directed by the City Attorney or the Chief Assistant City Attorney;

Please click here to review the full job description for Senior Deputy City Attorney.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position or assignment is qualifying. A typical combination includes:

Education: Graduation from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association with a Juris Doctorate degree. Experience:

Deputy City Attorney I - Two (2) years' experience as a practicing attorney, preferably within a municipal law office, or a private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services.

Deputy City Attorney II - Four (4) years' experience as a practicing attorney within a municipal law office, or a private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services

Senior Deputy City Attorney - Five (5) years' experience as a practicing trial attorney within a municipal law office, or a private firm that has contracted with a public agency for legal services. State and Federal jury trial experience is desirable.

License/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and an acceptable driving record are required by time of appointment and throughout employment.

Current member in good standing with the California State Bar Association.

Check out more information below!

DCA I_II_Senior_City_of_Huntington_Beach.pdf

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office is currently hiring for the following positions.  We would greatly appreciate your assistance with sending the link/advertisement to your members or posting it to your website.

Deputy District Attorney I, II, III’s

Salary

• Deputy District Attorney I - $89,190.40 - $107,827.20 Annually 
• Deputy District Attorney II - $104,312.00 - $116,251.20 Annually 
• Deputy District Attorney III - $119,371.20 - $165,318.40 Annually

Upcoming Salary Increases:

• 4.25% Increase – Effective June 28, 2024
• 4.00% Increase – Effective June 27, 2025

Candidates can click here to APPLY , applications will be reviewed on April 30, 2024.

Prospective Employee Benefits Page:https://hrs.ocgov.com/benefits-prospective

Announcing a special recruitment Open House featuring the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and District Attorney George Gascón. Join us to learn what it means to be a 21st Century prosecutor and hear about exciting opportunities within the largest District Attorney’s office in the country. These opportunities include our new Post-Bar Paid Law Clerk Program, Deputy District Attorney I and District Attorney II openings. These opportunities cater to new graduates as well as junior criminal law attorneys. Please see additional details included in the attachment. 

This administration marks a historic moment for criminal justice in Los Angeles, and we are excited to provide job seekers with the opportunity to work in what is widely regarded as the most progressive prosecutor's office in the nation.

The event is open to all lawyers, graduating students, and anyone working in the fields of recruitment interested in gaining valuable insight into the evolving role of the 21^st century prosecutor and the unique and rewarding opportunities to join the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office. We will have numerous members of our executive and recruitment teams available to answer any questions about the decision making involved in the hiring process. A light meal and soft drinks for all attendees will also be provided.

Please join us on Tuesday, April 23^rd, from 5pm to 7pm at the Hall of Justice. RSVP required, please RSVP by visiting this link bit.ly/LADARecruitment4-23-24 . Parking included with RSVP.