ATTORNEY IV

Job Description and Duties

Draft, negotiate, and review complex and sensitive real property-related agreements such as residential and general lease agreements, conservation easements, agricultural leases and grazing permits, land management agreements, licenses, entry permits, temporary use agreements, and memoranda of understanding.

Prepare legal opinons, memoranda, and correspondece related to the use or transfer of land owned and / or controlled by CDFW.

Oversee complex aspects of CDFW's real estate related work associated with mitigation pursuant to federal and state laws, including primarily the California Endangered Species Act.

Mitigation-related work includes negotiating, drafting, and legal review of complex mitigation / conservation banking agreeements, as well as legal analysis of encumbrances and other issues affecting the bank property.

Conduct legal research and advise senior management, including deputy directors and Director, on the most complex legal real estate issues.

This advice will also be provided to representatives from the Natural Resources Agency and Governor's Office, as appropriate.

Assist with Native American tribal matters, including land transfers, reburial of artifacts and remains, and associated agreements and memoranda of understanding.

Mentor and advise CDFW attorneys on real estate issues. Facilitate monthly conservation easement and real estate meetings within the Office of General Counsel.

Oversee complex litigation and work closely with the Office of the Attorney General on matters related to CDFW lands.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exams :

Attorney III : Attorney IV :

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Working Conditions

Maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected, when necessary, to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Position may require the Incumbent to sit for long periods of time. Light lifting or reaching may be required, though reasonable accommodation may be provided upon request.

This position will be located in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule depending on operational needs.

Occasional travel may be required within the state of California via private or public transportation (i.e., automobile, airplane, etc.

Travel may include overnight stays dependent upon departmental need.

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA Bar License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Exceptional lawyering skills, especially written and oral communication and representation. Work well under pressure, handling multiple deadlines and difficult projects.

Provide clear and concise advice and work well on a team. Take direction well and respond promptly to all levels of staff and management.

Think creatively to find solutions. Understanding of when to elevate issues to management. California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary Benefit Description Additional Information New Employee Benefits Orientation Page

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CalPERS also offers disability retirement, partial service retirement, and death benefits for eligible employees.

401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

Offers a voluntary benefit that allows you to contribute to both a 401(k) and a 457(b) plan to enhance your retirement benefit.

This allows you to contribute, through payroll deduction, up to twice the amount available to the private sector and most public sector employees.

You can contribute on both a pre-tax and an after-tax designated Roth basis that offers you the opportunity to take advantage of tax savings now and in the future.

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Cash In Lieu of Health and / or Dental Benefits (Cash Option)

Allows you to receive cash in lieu of state-sponsored health and / or dental benefits insurance if you have other qualifying medical and / or dental coverage through a spouse, domestic partner, parent or other source.

Common Carrier Travel and Accident Insurance for Excluded Employees Only

Offers employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance to managers, supervisors and other specified employees who travel on state business.

Commute Program

Voluntary benefits that subsidize commuting expenses for eligible employees who commute to and from work using public transportation, vanpools, or bicycles.

Consolidated Benefits (CoBen)

Provides a benefit allowance, rather than specific contribution amounts for health, dental and vision benefits. You may receive additional taxable income each month, depending on the total cost of the benefit plans you choose.

Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)

Continuation of health, dental, and vision insurance coverage as well as medical reimbursement account for employees and eligible dependents who involuntarily lose coverage.

Death Benefits

Benefits available to legal survivors and / or designees of state employees; see "Planning Ahead" handbook.

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Offers you and your dependents preventive, basic and major dental care coverage through one of several dental plans.

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-paid program offers free professional and confidential short-term counseling and referral services to employees and their eligible dependents, as well as valuable information on a variety of topics including financial, legal, and wellness.

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Group Legal Services Insurance

Voluntary, employee-paid plan that provides comprehensive legal coverage designed to meet most common personal legal needs.

Available to eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Group Long-Term Disability Insurance For Excluded Employees Only

Voluntary, employee-paid plan that replaces a portion of the employee's income in the event the employee is unable to work for six months or longer due to a covered illness or injury.

Health Benefits

Offers you and your dependents a broad range of health insurance plans with the state paying a portion of the premium. CalPERS administers this coverage.

CalPERS Health and Wellness

Promotes a work environment that encourages healthy lifestyle choices, decreases the risk of illness and disease and enhances employee effectiveness and well-being.

Long-Term Care Program

Offers coverage through CalPERS for a chronic illness, frailty of old age, or a serious accident. Available to all California public employees, retirees, and their eligible family members.

Part-time, Seasonal, and Temporary Retirement Program

Offers a retirement savings program for part-time, seasonal and temporary employees who are not covered by CalPERS or Social Security.

Reimbursement Accounts

Allows you to set pre-taxed money aside in a reimbursement account to pay for certain kinds of medical and dependent care expenses.

You can increase your take home pay and decrease your taxable income.

Third-Party Pre-Tax Parking Reimbursement Account Program

Allows you to deduct a specific pre-tax amount for work-related parking fees from your pay. Available to employees who drive a personal vehicle to work or to a location from which the employee commutes to work and pays for parking.

Vision Benefits

Employer-paid benefit that offers you and your dependents an annual eye examination and an allowance for frames and lenses.

An enhanced vision plan is also available which provides higher allowances for certain materials and other benefits.