GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
United States, California, Sacramento
Nov 14, 2024
Job Posting: GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation JC-455680 - GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT $5,075.00 - $6,359.00 per Month Final Filing Date: 12/2/2024 Job Description and Duties Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief Counsel at the Board of Parole Hearings (BPH), the Graduate Legal Assistant (GLA) primarily drafts executive case summaries of BPH parole decisions. GLAs serve a pivotal role in the decision review process following a parole grant. GLAs review the incarcerated person's commitment offense, criminal history, and activities in prison to produce a succinct summary of these facts. GLAs respond to correspondence for the BPH Legal Division and serve in leadership roles on the GLA team. GLAs also work with BPH attorneys on special projects, training presentations, and research assignments. The GLA classification affords law school graduates, not yet licensed by the California State Bar, an introduction to the practice of law. The position is a catalyst to an attorney career in public service. The position provides the opportunity to work with a team of other GLAs who are also starting their legal careers. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 1909. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. This advertisement is for a Graduate Legal Assistant position Located at Board of Parole Hearings in Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-154-5797-001. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time. Remote-Centered employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Remote-Centered employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200). The CDCR Human Resources, Office of Workforce Planning offers a secured access facility with flexible work schedules, convenient transportation options including light rail and pre-tax parking, an on-site ATM and cafe, as well as a variety of nearby shopping locations and eateries including access to a farmers market during the spring and summer months. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The GLA may be seated/assigned an open office with cubicles that may or may not be shared with staff in different civil service classifications. 5% travel is required The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance withthe Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required.The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-455680 Position #(s): 065-154-5797-001 Working Title: GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT Classification: GRADUATE LEGAL ASSISTANT $5,075.00 - $6,359.00 # of Positions: 2 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. Commitment to California Model CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community. The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) maintains a high performing parole hearings system to protect and preserve public safety through the exercise of its statutory authorities and polices, while ensuring due process to all criminal offenders who come under the jurisdiction of the BPH. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES \| National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR /CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by Department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to https://www.e-verify.gov/. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: 12/2/2024 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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 Corrections & Rehabilitation CDCR Hiring Support - Postal Attn: CDCR Hiring Support P.O. Box 942883 Sacramento, CA 94283-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation CDCR Hiring Support - Drop-off CDCR Hiring Support 10000 Goethe Rd, Application Drop Box (Drop off not available on weekends and holidays) Sacramento, CA 95827 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 - A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for specific requirements. 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.