Deputy Director, Office of Legislative Affairs (C.E.A. A)

Job Description and Duties

Pending CalHR Approval.

As a member of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Office of Legislative Affairs Executive Team, the Deputy Director (DD) serves as a policy formulator and advisor to the Legislative Director (LD), Attorney General (AG), and other senior executive management on high impact legislation and fiscal operations. By ensuring DOJ’s fiscal reporting is consistent and accurate throughout every step of the legislative process and by supporting the attorneys and LD on complex legal matters regarding high impact legislation, the DD will help guarantee all state laws are enforceable and implementable, in furtherance of the AG’s constitutional duties.

Flexible schedules and telecommuting options may be available.

Please carefully read the following sections to apply for this position:

• Required Application Documents
• Desirable Qualifications
  

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Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Must have an active status with the California State Bar.

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:

1. Experience with advocating successfully for complex legislation with significant impact.
2. Experience with the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to legislative matters and fiscal operations.
3. Knowledge of the legislative process and fiscal considerations within the context of a state agency or its equivalent.
4. Experience with managing and supervising professional staff including attorneys and administrative employees focused on legislative, regulatory and fiscal operations.
5. Experience working with the California Department of Finance, the California State Legislature, Governor’s Office, and state agencies regarding advocacy coordination of proposed and enacted legislation.

Benefits

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Additional Application Filing Information

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.

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 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 (SOQ) is a narrative discussion regarding how the applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the Desirable Qualifications for the position. In addition, the SOQ serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
  In your SOQ, please address how you possess each Desirable Qualification using specific examples of your education, training, and experience. This will be the only tool used for determining your final score and rank on the eligibility list for this position. Please address and number the Desirable Qualifications in the same order as listed on this bulletin under the Desirable Qualifications section. The SOQ must be typed, single spaced, 12 point font, and no more than 2 pages in length. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the examination. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of SOQs.