Attorney

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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-399842

Position #(s):

680-301-5781-405

Working Title:

Attorney

Classification:

ATTORNEY V

$12,290.00 - $15,685.00 A

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

United States

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Legal Division/ Advocacy:

Department Website: Description And Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.

Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.

Under the general direction of the Assistant General Counsel:

• Advocacy Compliance and Enforcement.
• Provide necessary advocacy expertise to advance the CPUC’s safety and enforcement policy and objectives. Represent and advise the Commission’s advocacy and enforcement clients in proceedings before the Commission to evaluate and implement utility wildfire mitigation efforts; assist Safety and Enforcement Division in its audits and investigations of wildfire incidents; bring forward enforcement actions resulting from these investigations; and develop legal strategies to advance client positions before the Commission.
• Support Safety and Enforcement Division, Consumer Protection and Enforcement Division, Rail Safety Division and industry divisions in compliance and enforcement matters, ensuring matters are investigated promptly and enforcement action taken without undue delay. Serve as main point of contact with enforcement staff at other state agencies, including the California Energy Commission, Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
• Provide the highest legal expertise to the area of Commission’s expanded safety and enforcement jurisdiction and be the Advocacy Wildfire Safety and Enforcement expert, interacting regularly with other local, state, and federal safety and law enforcement and regulatory agencies to provide Safety and Enforcement Division with the legal backdrop for a robust safety and enforcement program that fully utilizes the state’s police power to ensure safe and reliable utility service. This attorney would have the highest level of skill and independence as an advocate in administrative enforcement actions brought under the CPUC's Enforcement Policy, as well as a deep and extensive understanding of California public utility law and the CPUC’s processes and procedures. This attorney would also serve on the CPUC’s Enforcement Team and develop procedures and protocols to ensure the CPUC’s Enforcement Policy is applied consistently.
• Represent advocacy enforcement clients who present positions in Commission proceedings for Commission consideration, present testimony and cross-examine witnesses, build the record in Commission proceedings, to assist Commission in its consideration of these issues. This attorney would also have the highest level of written and oral advocacy skills and would be able to translate legally and factually complex matters into compelling, accessible, and persuasive argument.
• Run point on Legal advocacy work in these areas, leading a team of less senior advocacy enforcement attorneys to staff in all the various proceedings in coordination with their respective advocacy enforcement clients.
  
  

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You will find additional information about the job in theDuty Statement .

Special Requirements

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

Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.

Please write your SOQ to address the following four questions:

• Describe, with specificity, your experience analyzing complex and technical issues and recommending strategy or outcomes.
• Describe, with specificity, your experience interpreting and implementing newly enacted legislation.
• Describe, with specificity, your experience effectively representing your client’s position before organizations with competing interests, regulatory agencies, state and federal courts, or legislative bodies.
• Describe your experience and interest in public utility regulation and law and policy, or any other relevant experience you've had in public service.
  
  

For assistance in completing the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video: Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position,you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma . An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at information on the STD 678 state application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/3/2023

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Public Utilities Commission

Attn: Human Resources Division

505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008

San Francisco , CA 94102

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Public Utilities Commission

Human Resources Division

505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008

San Francisco , CA 94102

Monday to Friday Except Holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 (SOQ) is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
  
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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