What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATTORNEY III position at Department of Fish and Wildlife?

As part of a dynamic and growing legal office, this attorney will:

Report directly to an Assistant Chief Counsel and advise CDFW staff on a variety of legal issues relating to law enforcement, fish and wildlife, and other issues arising under the Fish and Game Code and related laws.

Represent CDFW in administrative hearings regarding the suspension, revocation, and denial of privileges related to hunting, sport and commercial fishing, and other activities authorized by the Fish and Game Code. Provide legal support to District Attorneys and other agencies that prosecute violations of the Fish and Game Code and related laws.

Conduct legal research; prepare legal opinions, memoranda, and correspondence; negotiate, draft, and review agreements and other documents; assist and advise CDFW staff regarding legal matters in which CDFW is involved or interested, including criminal procedure, discovery, search and seizure, natural resource laws, and regulatory issues relating to fish and wildlife.

Oversee litigation and lawsuits handled by the Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”); provide the OAG information concerning subject matter and policy direction on the conduct of litigation, as well as assisting with the drafting of pleadings, preparing witnesses for trial, compiling CDFW’s administrative record, and all aspects of discovery.

Support the Law Enforcement Division and CDFW by responding to Public Records Act requests, document subpoenas, and/or requests for production of documents, including drafting correspondence to requesters and CDFW staff, reviewing documents to determine if exemptions from disclosure or privileges apply, and providing support to the Office of Attorney General representing CDFW in litigation challenging CDFW’s response.

Work collaboratively with other CDFW attorneys, wildlife officers, and administrative staff as a member of a team to support CDFW 's mission.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.

Attorney III: CalCareers

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

Working Conditions

Minimal travel is required for this position.

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-466088

Position #(s):

565-007-5795-004

Working Title:

Attorney III

Classification:

ATTORNEY III

$10,536.00 - $14,879.00 A

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.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: 2/27/2025

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 Fish and Wildlife

HRB Mailing Address

Attn: Human Resources Branch

P.O. Box 944209

Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Closed Drop Off Location

Human Resources Branch

Temporarily Closed

See Filing Instructions

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.
Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be submitted along with your STD 678 application. Failure to include a Cover Letter will result in an incomplete application submission.

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:

Special Personal Characteristics: This position requires outstanding communication skills and the application of sound judgement.

Interpersonal Skills: This position requires outstanding interpersonal skills in working with others as part of a team.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
ShaoMoua Cha
(916) 969-6517
shaomoua.cha@wildlife.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:
Civil Rights Office
(916) 902-9211
civilrights@wildlife.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.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-007-5795-004 and RPA Number E-OGC 24-008 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov. If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

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.

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