State Water Resources Control Board
ATTORNEY V
State Water Resources Control Board, Los Angeles, California, United States,
Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.
The State Water Resources Control Board’s Office of Chief Counsel has an opening for an Attorney V in the Water Rights and Drinking Water Branch. The position location is 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
As part of its water right functions, the State Water Resources Control Board administers a permit and license program for appropriations, applies the common law public trust doctrine and the constitutional prohibition against waste and unreasonable use of water, adopts water quality plans and policies addressing the water quality impacts of water diversion and use, and makes or assists the courts in making determinations of water rights. The Office of Chief Counsel provides legal counsel to board members and the board’s Division of Water Rights and Office of Research, Planning and Performance. The practice is varied and interesting. It includes participation in complex administrative adjudications and general representation of the board and assisting in civil litigation involving the board’s actions. Under the direction of Assistant Chief Counsel, board attorneys work independently in a fast-paced, collegial environment.
Duties:Under general direction, the Attorney V reviews, analyzes, interprets, and applies statutes, regulations, court decisions and other legal authorities, prepares legal documents, assists in the presentation of cases in court or before administrative tribunals, and assists in preparing legislation, regulations, plans, and policies.
Minimum Requirements:
ATTORNEY V
Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.
If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license.
Salary information:
CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Special Requirements:
RPA#
23-220-046
in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
Active Membership in the California State Bar
Must have
Attorney V
list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list.
Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Application Instructions:
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 4/18/2024.
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.
How To Apply:
Complete Application Packages must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account.
Required Application Package Documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Resume.
Two or three writing samples.
Cover letter.
Desirable Qualifications:
Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience in water rights, environmental, or administrative law; environmental justice and equity experience; interest in water law, environmental law, or public service.
Contact Information:
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.
Department Website:
https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:Katie Hill(916) 341-5111kathleen.hill@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:Andy Sawyer(916) 341-5191andy.sawyer@waterboards.ca.gov
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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The State Water Resources Control Board’s Office of Chief Counsel has an opening for an Attorney V in the Water Rights and Drinking Water Branch. The position location is 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
As part of its water right functions, the State Water Resources Control Board administers a permit and license program for appropriations, applies the common law public trust doctrine and the constitutional prohibition against waste and unreasonable use of water, adopts water quality plans and policies addressing the water quality impacts of water diversion and use, and makes or assists the courts in making determinations of water rights. The Office of Chief Counsel provides legal counsel to board members and the board’s Division of Water Rights and Office of Research, Planning and Performance. The practice is varied and interesting. It includes participation in complex administrative adjudications and general representation of the board and assisting in civil litigation involving the board’s actions. Under the direction of Assistant Chief Counsel, board attorneys work independently in a fast-paced, collegial environment.
Duties:Under general direction, the Attorney V reviews, analyzes, interprets, and applies statutes, regulations, court decisions and other legal authorities, prepares legal documents, assists in the presentation of cases in court or before administrative tribunals, and assists in preparing legislation, regulations, plans, and policies.
Minimum Requirements:
ATTORNEY V
Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.
If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license.
Salary information:
CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement .
Special Requirements:
RPA#
23-220-046
in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
Active Membership in the California State Bar
Must have
Attorney V
list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list.
Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Application Instructions:
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 4/18/2024.
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.
How To Apply:
Complete Application Packages must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account.
Required Application Package Documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Resume.
Two or three writing samples.
Cover letter.
Desirable Qualifications:
Excellent written and oral communication skills; experience in water rights, environmental, or administrative law; environmental justice and equity experience; interest in water law, environmental law, or public service.
Contact Information:
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.
Department Website:
https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:Katie Hill(916) 341-5111kathleen.hill@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:Andy Sawyer(916) 341-5191andy.sawyer@waterboards.ca.gov
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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