Assistant to the Chief Assistant Attorney General of the Public Rights Division

Are you interested in being a member of a dynamic team working to uphold the rights of the People of California? Consider joining the Public Rights Division team at the California Department of Justice in a role supporting the Chief Assistant Attorney General, who oversees the legal work of twelve sections. Embrace the engaged, collegial team, and this active role!

Under the general direction of the Chief Advisor to the head of the Public Rights Division, the incumbent performs a variety of administrative and executive level support duties that require independence, analysis, initiative, knowledge of departmental policies, good judgment, tact, diplomacy, and a thorough knowledge of modern office methods. Specific duties include, without limitation: calendaring, monitoring, evaluating and research; assisting the Chief Assistant in interpreting and transmitting necessary directives both orally and in writing to the Public Rights Division team; preparing materials and/or correspondence in response to written and verbal inquiries for the Chief Assistant's signature. The incumbent also completes special projects for the Chief Assistant that require problem identification, collection, evaluation and analysis of data, and the development of solutions. This position interacts with executive level staff, Senior Assistant Attorneys General, other agency staff, and division personnel, and advises staff as needed.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
This position is eligibile for telework.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-451923

Position #(s):
420-401-5361-004

Working Title:
Assistant to the Chief Assistant Attorney General of the Public Rights Division

Classification:
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I $4,868.00 - $6,093.00 A
$5,091.00 - $6,376.00 B

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:
8 AM - 5 PM

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

• This position is located in the Division of Public Rights, Executive Unit.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .
• Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at: http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams . To search for examinations by classification, please visit: https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/ExamSearch.aspx .
  

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• 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 is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams .

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

• JC-451923 must be clearly stated in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your state application.

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: 10/22/2024
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:

Department of Justice
Special Smith
Attn: Special Smith (JC-451923)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Justice
Special Smith
Attn: Special Smith (JC-451923)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030

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 -
  
  Describe how your experience and qualifications make you the best candidate for this position. (not to exceed 2 pages).
  
  Failure to provide an SOQ and follow instructions can result in the applicant being disqualified from the hiring process.
  

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:

• Excellent communication and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others
• Meet deadlines under pressure and respond effectively to changing priorities
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Accurately apply grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills in their work product
• Good attendance

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Special Smith
(916) 210-6666
Special.Smith@doj.ca.gov

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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
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.

Additional Application Filing Information:

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted for that cut-off date*. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.