DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SUPERVISOR

Job Description and Duties

The Natural Resources Law Section of the Public Rights Division advises and represents state agency clients including, among others, the Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Department of Water Resources, the Air Resources Board, the State Water Resources Control Board, the Regional Water Quality Control Boards, the Department of Pesticide Regulation, CAL FIRE, the Board of Forestry, CalRecycle, and the Department of Food and Agriculture.

• Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant Attorney General (SAAG), the Chief Assistant Attorney General (CAAG), the Chief Deputy Attorney General (CDAG), and the Attorney General, the Deputy Attorney General Supervisor directs and monitors the work of a team of subordinate attorneys, may directly supervise paralegals, and directs the work of support staff;
• evaluates the performance of subordinate attorneys and paralegals; provides training to subordinate attorneys and paralegals;
• handles general administrative matters; interviews and selects, or actively participates in the interview and selection process for, subordinate attorneys and paralegals;

possesses the highest level of skill with complex civil litigation and may be called upon to apply hands-on knowledge to supplement the litigation efforts of existing teams engaged in litigation based on operational needs, and to personally perform the most difficult and complex legal work related to jury trials, bench trials, writs, appeals, and administrative hearings, which requires the highest level of independent judgment.

Travel within the state is required, including to personally mentor and assist deputies who are engaged in trials, depositions, meetings, mediations and other matters requiring hands-on knowledge of the civil litigation process.

Experience regarding practical application of attorney ethical and conflict rules governing representation of California state agencies is a beneficial, desired skill.

Please Note : The position may be called upon to supervise deputies and teams in other cities as needed to cover operational needs.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required for those hired from outside the Department of Justice.
• JC-431017 must clearly be stated in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your state application (STD 678).
• If sending paper applications, please email the HR contact listed in this job vacancy to confirm receipt of your materials.
• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General.

The process isdescribed at

The Deputy Attorney General Supervisor exam may be found on-line at

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

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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

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

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Group Legal Services Insurance

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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

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

Third-Party Pre-Tax Parking Reimbursement Account Program

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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.