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Position Details
Job Code #: JC-414945
Position #(s): 810-413-5871-001
Working Title: Assistant Chief Counsel for the Enforcement Team
Classification: ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL
Salary: $14,090.00 - $16,483.00
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: United States
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
This position is located at the Sacramento Headquarters Office, Sacramento Regional Office, Berkeley Regional Office, Cypress Regional Office, Chatsworth Regional Office, or Clovis Field Office. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).

Job Description And Duties
As an Assistant Chief Counsel, you will have the opportunity to:

Provide legal advice and assistance to the Department's management as the OLC's liaison to the Brownfields and Environmental Restoration Program.
Oversee legal consistency and formulates legal policy pertaining to the implementation of applicable laws and regulations.
Provide legal recommendations and other legal support concerning proposed hazardous waste legislation and regulations.
Meet with the Deputy Director and other managers of the Brownfields and Environmental Restoration Program on a regular basis, to coordinate legal support.

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

Extensive legal experience.
Litigation skills.
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations relating to environmental subject matter.
Leadership abilities.
Communication skills (written and verbal).
Management abilities.
Organizational skills.

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.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 2/15/2024

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.

Required Application Package Documents

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.
Resume is required and must be included.
Other - Cover Letter.

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