Attorney

Job Description and Duties

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Counsel and Assistant Chief Counsels, the Attorney I advises the Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) and its employees on all legal matters affecting policies and operations. 

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to realtime updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from View email address on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 4.62% reduction in pay in exchange for eight (8) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through October 2026 . Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. 

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4232.

This advertisement is for an Attorney I position with the Legal Division. Located at 1515 K St, Sacramento, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-154-5778-005

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. 

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in downtown Sacramento at BPH Headquarters. The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the statewide telework policy and will require reporting to the office as needed or required. The candidate must reside and work (when working remotely) in California. On occasion, travel may be necessary to BPH Headquarters, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) headquarters locations (also in the Greater Sacramento area), CDCR institutions, or other locations in California.

Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected, when necessary, to complete assignments in a timely manner. The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time.

The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Hybrid employees are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Hybrid employees agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy, and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• This position requires proof of current or pending California State Bar membership to interview for this position. To be appointed to this position membership in the California State Bar is required. 

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

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:

• Interest in issues facing the Board of Parole Hearings and CDCR. 
• Must demonstrate good judgment and tact when interacting with staff, outside agencies, and the public. 
• Initiative and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and editing skills. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills. 
• Ability to accept constructive criticism, work collaboratively in a team environment, and be creative and resourceful problem solvers.
• Willingness to promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and personal experience.
• Ability to work independently and telework.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, , and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications must not be more than two (2) pages in length, typed, using a 12-point font. You must answer the questions in order. The Statement of Qualifications must have your name at the top of each page.

1. What skills and qualifications do you have that make you an excellent candidate for the Attorney I position at the Board of Parole Hearings? (Please include examples of your research, analysis, and writing experience). 

2. Explain why you are interested in working at the Board of Parole Hearings.

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 is  required and must be submitted with your Examination /Employment Application ( STD.678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications” section below for specific requirements.
  For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications.
• Other - To be interviewed for this position, you must submit proof of current or pending California State Bar Membership. Proof may be submitted as follows:
  • Bar number and proof of active membership with the California State Bar
  • If state bar number is pending because you have taken the California oath of office within the past 30 days, please submit proof of passage of the California State Bar Exam, date you took the attorney oath, and date you submitted the oath to the California State Bar.
  • If membership in the California State Bar is pending because you are awaiting the outcome of your moral character background investigation, please submit proof of passage of California State Bar Exam, and the date you submitted your moral character application to the State Bar.
  To be appointed for this position, membership in the California State Bar is required.