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California Department of Water Resources

ATTORNEY V

California Department of Water Resources, Los Angeles, California, United States,


California Department of Water ResourcesUnder the general direction of the Assistant General Counsel and consistent with good customer service practices and the goals of the Office of General Counsel, provide timely responses to internal clients/external customers, follow through on commitments, and solicit and consider the Office of the General Counsel and Department of Water Resources (DWR) management input when completing work assignments.Attorney Vs are the most experienced, skilled, and qualified attorneys in the Office of General Counsel and the top experts in a complex and difficult legal field at the Department of Water Resources. Working independently, incumbents at this level are involved in the most difficult and most complex litigation and agency decision-making, which includes innovative theories, practices of law, specialization in law/regulation and the highest levels of expertise. This position will require travel to State agency boards, Council meetings and workshops and other proceedings to represent the DWR.Minimum Requirements

ATTORNEY VJob Code #:

JC-415245Position #(s):

840-135-5781-094Working Title:

Attorney VClassification:

ATTORNEY VSalary:

$12,290.00 - $15,685.00 A# of Positions:

1Work Location:

HybridJob Type:

Permanent, Full TimeDepartment Information

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application.The position(s) require(s) an Active Membership in the California State Bar. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.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: 5/17/2024Who 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).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.Required Application Package Documents

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically).Resume is required and must be included.Cover Letter.Desirable Qualifications

Able to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and organizations.Must be able to professionally communicate with DWR executive management, colleagues, and internal and external stakeholders.Experience with taking a leadership role in the most complex and difficult planning proceedings and administrative litigations.Experience with federal and state laws including but not limited to Endangered Species Act (ESA), California Endangered Species Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and Delta Reform Act.Experience providing legal advice and services related to difficult and politically sensitive matters.Experience with Real Property litigation, acquisition, and mitigation.Experience with tax-exempt municipal bonds, U.S. tax laws, and arbitrage theories.Experience with bill analysis, state contracting law, the Public Records Act, and the Government Claims Act.Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.EEO Contact:Office of Workforce Equality(916) 653-6952weo@water.ca.govCalifornia Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, and cover letter. Applications without ALL the required documents

MAY NOT

be considered. Please reference

SAP Position #50010854

and

Job Control #415245

in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

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