RURAL STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM

This is a 12-month limited term position which may be extended to 24 months and/or become permanent. Under the general direction of the General Counsel and direct supervision of the Regional Director, the Attorney III serves as an experienced attorney performing complex and sensitive legal work with broad discretion and minimal supervision. The incumbent furthers the ALRB’s role in the Rural Strategic Engagement Program (RSEP), a multi‑departmental effort to educate agricultural workers about workplace rights, increase access to state services in rural areas and improve state labor enforcement programs. The incumbent independently performs complex legal research, handles legal matters and provides guidance to less experienced attorneys. The incumbent helps develop programs, referral systems and other collaborative efforts among ALRB staff, other LWDA departments and community‑based organizations. The incumbent also works on joint enforcement efforts together with other governmental enforcement entities. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. 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: Spanish strongly preferred, but not required Understanding of and/or experience with issues impacting low‑wage immigrant workers such as farmworkers, and the agricultural community Well‑developed and demonstrated legal research, writing, analysis and advocacy skills Labor law experience Familiarity with the Agricultural Labor Relations Act Hearing and/or trial experience Litigation experience Experience mentoring less experienced attorneys and providing feedback on legal work product Knowledge of rules of evidence, administrative law practice and state and federal civil procedure Knowledge of and familiarity with government policies and procedures #J-18808-Ljbffr State of California