Caltrans District 3 · 2 days ago
DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL III
San Diego County, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$10,852/mo - $15,325/mo
5+ years expCaltrans District 3 is part of the California Department of Justice, and they are seeking a Deputy Attorney General III for the Correctional Law Section. The role involves engaging in civil litigation, defending state employees in federal and state litigation, and providing representation to high-ranking government officials and correctional administrators.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Engaging in all aspects of civil litigation, from inception through trial, settlement, or appeal
Investigating facts and analyzing documentary evidence
Appearing in all levels of state and federal courts
Exercising independence and initiative in cases involving cutting-edge issues of Constitutional Law and Civil Rights
Carrying a caseload while working collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to achieve excellent results for the State of California
Traveling as necessary for depositions, witness interviews, client meetings, and site inspections inside correctional institutions statewide
Qualification
Required
A fingerprint check will be required
Travel to state prisons, including some in remote areas, may be required
Individuals who are new to State service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General
Appointment to the DAG classifications will be made using the following examinations: DAG/Attorney exam – less than 5 years of experience: DAG/Attorney Examination, DAG III exam– at least 5 years of legal experience: DAG III Examination, DAG IV exam– at least 6 years of legal experience: DAG IV Examination
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov
Resume is required and must be included
Cover letter
Writing sample consisting of a dispositive motion, pretrial motion, or appellate brief preferably written in the prior year
Preferred
Strong research and writing skills
Experience handling complex litigation
Experience drafting discovery motions, dispositive motions, and appellate briefs
Strong oral-argument skills
Experience appearing in trial and appellate courts
Experience participating in mediations or settlement conferences
Experience in civil discovery, depositions, trial preparation, bench or jury trials, and appellate work
Interest in correctional law, prison procedures, and applicable constitutional law
Company
Caltrans District 3
Caltrans District 3 is a government administration company based out of 703 B ST, Marysville, California, United States.
Founded in 1895Marysville, California, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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