Paralegal- Employment Law Section

Job Description and Duties

If you’re a motivated paralegal who enjoys working with others in a team environment, the California Department of Justice, Employment Law Section is looking for you!  

Housed within our Division of Civil Law, our Employment Law Section defends state agencies in employment lawsuits, conducts workplace investigations for state agencies, and handles various types of administrative law matters. We are looking for qualified, committed paralegals to assist deputy attorneys general in state and federal court as well as in administrative hearings. 

As a valued member of our legal team, your paralegal duties would include:

• Performing a variety of discovery-related tasks including drafting/reviewing responses to propounded discovery such as interrogatories, requests for admissions and production of documents, organizing documents produced during discovery
• Summarizing and categorizing deposition and interview transcripts and records
• Preparing subpoenas, and preparing public records act requests, among other things
• Researching cases which may include social media research, legal research and other research through online tools such as Lexis and Westlaw.
• Working regularly with a variety of document management programs including ProLaw, Relativity, TextMap, and others.
• Working cooperatively with client IT representatives to gather electronic records and data and with the Department’s electronic discovery unit to process and organize that data.

The Legal Analyst may be required to sit at a computer terminal while performing regular duties for approximately six to eight hours a day; may be required to travel to participate in trials and conduct witness interviews; and may be required to attend lengthy trials in other counties. The Legal Analyst must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This is a hybrid position with the opportunity to work remotely or in the San Diego office, with 2-3 required in-person days each week while the candidate is on probation, and opportunities to telework potentially expanding once the candidate passes probation. Travel and in-person attendance may be required for trials, court appearances, witness interviews, depositions, and operationally as needed.

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code ( JC-526485) and the title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Application (STD 678) form.

• Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. Process is described at: 

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

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:

Applicants with superior verbal and writing skills preferred. The applicant should be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with a diverse group of attorneys and clients, and regularly take direction. The ability to proficiently operate computer programs such as Word, Outlook, ProLaw and Relativity is essential. Applicants should possess strong organizational skills and analytical ability; the ability to work independently and under strict time constraints; superior and effective communication skills; and knowledge of filing procedures. Applicants should be able to multitask, set priorities and to perform work on more than one case at a time, and must be able to comply with office and court deadlines. Applicants should also be willing to intermittently travel and stay in remote locations where a trial or hearing is conducted to assist the deputy assigned.

Benefits

Benefits of working for the State of California:

• Work-life balance (40 hours/week)
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job Stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• And more!

Benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website.

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.

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.
• Other -
  • Cover Letter