Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Commission on Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) is recruiting to fill an Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel position in the Legal Affairs Bureau . As a valued member of POST, the incumbent will work to continually enhance the professionalism  of California law enforcement by working with POST staff and the POST Commission on legal issues involving development and implementation of training and selection standards, certification of police officers, investigation of police misconduct cases for purposes of decertification, and supporting POST’s various bureaus with a wide range of legal issues involving POST’s operations. Common tasks include working with executive management on various matters involving POST operations; working with POST’s Professional Conduct Bureaus in investigation of police misconduct and the selection and preparation of cases for decertification; coordinating with the Office of the Attorney General regarding litigation involving POST; analyzing court records to determine peace officer disqualification; appearing before the Peace Officer Accountability Advisory Board and the POST Commission; responding to Public Records Act requests; handling internal personnel matters; analyzing local agency compliance with POST regulations; determining legal requirements for law enforcement training; implementing and interpreting legislative mandates; and drafting proposed legislative language.  

Licensing requirement: Incumbent must maintain active membership in the California State Bar and be a member in good standing. 

This position is subject to POST's Conflict of Interest Code. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.

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Working Conditions

POST headquarters is located at 860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100, West Sacramento, near IKEA, Starbucks, and downtown Sacramento. This location has easy freeway access, is near many eateries, and offers  FREE electric car charging stations, and  FREE parking.

Hybrid telework is available for employees who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely.

This position is Hybrid and may be eligible for 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.

Works in an office setting with artificial lighting and temperature control. Primarily sedentary for extended periods of time; uses a computer and other common office equipment; participates in meetings.

Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar Membership License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

• A fingerprint check is required

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) shall be typed in 12-point font, with one-inch margins and shall not exceed two pages in length. The SOQ must describe, in narrative form, how your education, training, experience, and desirable skills make you a competitive applicant for the position.

The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Specific examples must be provided.

Resumes and/or cover letters do not take the place of an SOQ.

Benefits

California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary 

POST employees are eligible for a number of benefits and working for us is a great opportunity to join a committed team. Benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee and their family

Application Process

Please note: If you are having trouble submitting your application electronically, please contact the Human Resources contact listed on this advertisement.

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.

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 - Please see the Special Requirements section of this advertisement for detailed information regarding the required Statement of Qualifications.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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