Under the general supervision of the Assistant Chief Counsel and task direction of an attorney, the Legal Analyst performs paralegal duties which are generally more difficult, complex and analytical in nature. The Legal Analyst share the duties of the Custodian of Records and assists with the handling of Public Records Act requests, subpoenas, and services of process. The Legal Analyst tracks progress of these matters to ensure timely completion, performs first-level legal analysis, and makes recommendations to attorneys regarding assertions of privilege for Public Records Act requests, subpoenas, qui tams, and service of process matters. The Legal Analyst may assist in performing legal research, preparing legislative histories, drafting legal briefs, exhibit books, memoranda and responses to public inquiries, preparing privilege logs, and reviewing files.

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

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Any questions regarding the minimum qualifications, applying for the examination, being scheduled for the examination, reasonable accommodations, the examination components, scoring, etc., may be directed to our Examinations Unit at cdiexaminations@insurance.ca.gov .

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

• LEGAL ANALYST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-436746

Position #(s):
413-130-5237-004

Working Title:
LEGAL ANALYST

Classification:
LEGAL ANALYST $5,212.00 - $6,720.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information Legal Branch
Regulatory & Legal Services Division
Government Law Bureau

Would you like to become part of a team of dedicated and talented civil servants whose work impacts the lives of millions of Californians? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) was created in 1868, developing our mission that ensures that consumers are provided with insurance services meeting acceptable standards of quality, equity and dependability at fair rates by establishing and enforcing appropriate service standards. The insurance market place has changed dramatically over time, but consumer protection continues to be the core of CDI's mission, Consumers, insurance companies, and licensees rely on CDI to ensure that insurance products and services are available to consumers timely, and that they deliver fair and equal benefits.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.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: 7/8/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 Insurance
Attn: Classification & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Insurance
Classification & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
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.

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:

• Ability to work independently, to meet multiple deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Familiarity with the California Public Records Act.
• Comfort and familiarity with computer and popular office software packages and knowledge of legal research methods.
• Working knowledge of insurance practices and the Insurance Code.
• Knowledge of a custodian of records' responsibilities .
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A demonstrated ability to effectively organize and timely process a large caseload.

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.
Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultations Unit
(916) 492-3300
CDIJobinquiries@insurance.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) 492-3024
Shannon.Flynn@insurance.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.

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.