State of California

Job Description and Duties

The Native American and Tribal Affairs Section advises and represents the Governor and the State on Native American and tribal issues, including tribal-state gaming compact negotiations, civil and criminal jurisdiction on tribal lands, cultural resource protection, government-to-government consultation, litigation, and other matters involving legal relationships between Native American organizations and the State, as well as advises the Attorney General on gambling law issues.

The Legal Assistant will provide routine support and assistance in investigative, litigation, and administrative matters; tribal compact negotiations; Native American cultural matters; and case and file management. This includes compiling, organizing, and managing evidence; maintaining documents, communication, and information for tribal-state compact negotiations and compliance; and updating and maintaining files and databases related to the section's matters.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LEGAL ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-473471

Position #(s):

420-428-1820-XXX

Working Title:

Paralegal, Native American and Tribal Affairs Section, Public Rights Division

Classification:

LEGAL ASSISTANT

$4,731.00 - $5,924.00 A

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations

• This position is located in the Public Rights Division, Native American and Tribal Law Section.
• This position may be filled in Sacramento (JC-473471) or San Diego (JC-474027).
• 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.
• 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. To search for all online examinations offered by the California Department of Human Resources, please visit the Exam/Assessment Search page on the jobs.ca.gov (CalCareers) website.
• For more information about the department please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required for those hired from outside of the Department of Justice.
• Sacramento (JC-473471) or San Diego (JC-474027) must be clearly stated in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your state application. Please indicate your preferred location.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

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: 4/30/2025

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 Justice

Public Rights Division, Executive Unit

Attn: Sara Clementi - JC 473471

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

Public Rights Division, Executive Unit

Attn: Sara Clementi - JC 473471

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 -
• Provide direct responses to each of the numbered items. You must include the numbered item followed by your response. Include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to two (2) pages, single­spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
  1. Please describe your interest in Native American or gambling law issues.
  2. Please describe your knowledge and level of experience with litigation or administrative/evidentiary hearing matters, and the work product in which you had to produce (i.e. types of pleadings, trial preparation, exhibits, etc).
  3. Please describe your method of staying organized, and the resources and tools you use to keep track of multiple deadlines.
• Please note: failure to provide an SOQ and follow instructions can result in the applicant being disqualified from the hiring process.
• Other - Cover letter

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 in civil litigation and/or administrative and evidentiary hearings
• Interest in Native American issues or gambling law issues
• Excellent time management skills and dependability
• Excellent customer service skills
• Superior organizational skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and short timelines
• Ability to work cooperatively with multiple levels of staff and management, maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to prepare correspondence independently and communicate effectively
• Willingness to learn

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

Human Resources Contact:

Sara Clementi

(916) 210-6816

sara.clementi@doj.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Christine Garske

(916) 210-6336

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 Information on Application Filing

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. 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.

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