This announcement is a readvertisement. If you previously apply for this vacancy, no need to re-apply.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Attorney III has responsibility for the full range of legal issues and providing legal advice to executive management. The Attorney III is responsible for all legal analyses and recommendations involving SCDD. The incumbent may assist in the formation and review of administrative policy, as assigned. The Attorney III has contact with SCDD Executive Management and staff, Council Members, Department of Social Services, Department of Developmental Services, Office of the Attorney General, State Compensation Insurance Fund, California Department of Human Resources, Department of Industrial Relations, and other public and private agencies. Some basic administrative tasks such as copying and filing may be performed by the Attorney III, as necessary.

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

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

• ATTORNEY III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-426180

Position #(s):
792-100-5795-001

Working Title:
Legal Counsel

Classification:
ATTORNEY III $10,536.00 - $13,526.00 New to state employees generally start at the bottom of the salary range.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is an independent state agency mandated by federal and state law to pursue systemic change, capacity-building, and advocacy to promote a person-centered consumer and family-based system of services and supports for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). The goal of the federal law is to enable individuals with I/DD (self-advocates) to maximize their self-determination, independence, productivity, and community integration and inclusion. The State Council (Council) consists of 31 voting members, all of whom are appointed by the Governor . The incumbent, as part of SCDD's Headquarters Team, helps the Council fulfill its specific statutory mandates under the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (Title 42, USC §15001, et seq.) and the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Act (Welfare and Institutions Code §4500, et. seq.).

Department Website: http://www.scdd.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• Applicant must have an active membership with The State Bar of California.
• Fingerprint check may be required.

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: 5/18/2024
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:

State Council On Developmental Disabilities
Attn: SCDD Recruitment
3831 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite 125

Sacramento , CA 95834

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Council On Developmental Disabilities
SCDD Recruitment
3831 N. Freeway Blvd., Suite 125

Sacramento , CA 95834
* ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.*
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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit an SOQ as outlined below may eliminate your application from the screening 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:

• Knowledge and experience with Public Records Act, Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and the Political Reform Act.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and editing legal documents.
• Experience analyzing complex transactional documents.
• Experience and/or interest in issues related to individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative flexibility, and confidentiality.
• Experience drafting and reviewing proposed legislation.
• Strong analytical and legal research skills and methods.
• Demonstrated capacity to analyze issues arising under federal, State, and local laws and effectively provide clear recommendations.
• Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure to identify issues, develop solutions, and produce products within a short timeframe.
• Demonstrated capacity to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally -- both orally and in writing -- to technical, lay, and policy-oriented audiences.
• Demonstrated capacity to work cooperatively with a team and work independently to complete work assignments.

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.scdd.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Elsa Casper
(916) 263-8121
elsa.casper@scdd.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) 263-8120
thuy.le@scdd.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.

Statement of Qualifications
The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) should be no more than three (3) pages, single spaced, using Arial 12-point font. Please include your last name and page number in the footer. Failure to follow instructions, will disqualify your application.

Based on the desirable qualifications and the SCDD Legal Counsel duty statement, please describe how your background, experience, education, and/or training makes you a competitive candidate for the position.

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.