The?CA. Department of Social Services' Legal Division is recruiting for an Attorney Supervisor position in Sacramento County.

Department of Social Services

Attorney Supervisor – Telework

Salary: $12,223.00 - $16,408.00 per month

Final Filing Date:11/4/2024

Location: Sacramento County

• Information, Personnel & Audits (IPA) Bureau of the Information, Technology & Administrative Litigation (ITAL) Branch (JC-454605) Apply here
• Technology & Contracts Bureau of the Information, Technology & Administrative Litigation (ITAL) Branch (JC-454615) Apply here

Job Description and Duties

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Legal Division is seeking a permanent full-time Attorney Supervisor for the Technology & Administrative Litigation (ITAL) Branch. This role involves supervising a collaborative team of high-performing attorneys.

JC-454615: Additional job information is available in the Duty Statement.

JC-454605: Additional job information is available in the Duty Statement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice, representation, and support across all CDSS divisions.
• Collaborate with the Administrative Division and divisional clients on procurement, contracts, grants, employee matters, and audits.
• Partner with the Information Systems and Research Automation Data Divisions to maintain data security and manage privacy, data-sharing, and public records.
• Coordinate Department-wide procedures for Service of Process and Public Record Act requests.
• Represent CDSS in administrative tribunals and lead the Legal Academy training program.
• Supervise and evaluate subordinate attorneys and paralegals, develop strategies, and handle complex assignments.

To learn more about the Investigator Classification and how to qualify, visit ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR- CalHR.

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal communication skills and excellent analytical abilities. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in:

• State and federal procurement and contracting laws and policies.
• Contract and grant development, evaluation, and monitoring.
• Legal aspects of information technology procurements.
• Contract management and compliance principles.

Requirements:

Candidates should demonstrate extensive experience as house counsel or government representation in these areas. The position requires strong collaborative skills to work effectively with management and staff at all levels. Hiring is contingent on Department of Finance approval.

Examination:

• Successful exam applicants are placed on an eligibility list.
• If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you don’t need to retake the exam.
• Check your exam results on your CalCareer account for eligibility expiration dates and exam retake information if needed.

Examination Information: Exam Bulletin - Attorney Supervisor

Contact for Exam Questions: [email protected]

Interested in a Career with CDSS?

For more information, contact us at [email protected] with the job classification and job control number in the subject line. Information on applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job.

Working Conditions

This position is conveniently located near public transportation, the State Capitol, and local amenities. The CDSS office has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

Telework Eligibility:

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework for California residents under Government Code Section 14200. Telework schedules are subject to change and will be discussed further with the hiring manager. Telework does not alter employment terms, essential job functions, or required compliance with CDSS policies.