Job Description and Duties

The ABC Appeals Board promotes a positive and equitable hybrid work environment where employees feel valued and work-life balance and employee growth is prioritized.

The Board's mission is to provide all Californians who appeal a Department of ABC decision with an efficient, timely, and approachable appeals process and a fair and transparent legal review.

The Board's decisions have broad impacts on business owners, public safety, and California communities.

Under the direction of the Executive Officer, the Attorney III independently performs various counsel duties in preparation of legal proceedings before the Appeals Board with a high degree of expertise. Including written analysis and summaries of complex cases, peer review of legal documents prepared by other staff attorneys, and providing legal counsel as requested by the Board and Executive Officer. Serve as counsel to the Board on assigned appeal cases at appeal hearings.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interestes. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment and once per year.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-427931

Position #(s):

022-315-5795-001

Working Title:

Attorney III - Hybrid

Classification:

ATTORNEY III

$10,536.00 - $13,526.00

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8am-5pm

Work Week:

Monday-Friday

Department Information

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board provides quasi-judicial administrative review of final decisions of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The Board issues written decisions with orders affirming, reversing, and/or remanding Department decisions regarding: issuance of licenses, conditions placed upon a license, protests against a license being issued, and violations of law by a licensee. The Board's mission is to provide all Californians who appeal with an efficient, timely, equitable, and approachable appeals process with fair and transparent legal review.

Department Website: https://abcab.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. Click here to learn more about examinations administered by DGS and examinations available online.

The State of California is an eligible employer for the purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. To learn more, visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

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: 5/2/2024

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board

Attn: DGS-OHR/Certification Unit

707 Third Street, 7th Floor

West Sacramento, CA 95605

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board

DGS-OHR/Certification Unit

707 Third Street, 7th Floor

West Sacramento, CA 95605

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Other - Please submit a writing sample of a recent dispositive motion, pretrail motion, or appeallate brief.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of state and civil procedure and prior experience in civil litigation or administrative law experience.

• Experience in or knowledge of the legislative and regulatory process, California Public Records Act, Administrative Procedures Act and Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act.

• Ability to prepare and present statements of fact, law, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form to attorneys and laypersons.

• Ability to use good and ethical judgment in following established program procedures.

• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately verbally and in writing and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, stakeholders, and members of the public.

• Ability to research, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and legal principles to specific situations.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Holidays and leave

• Defined benefit retirement program

• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

• Commute Program

• Employee Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees!

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://abcab.ca.gov/

Hiring Unit Contact:

Julie Elizarraras

(916) 445-4005

julie.elizarraras@abcappeals.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Main Line

(916) 376-5124

DGSEEO@dgs.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Reporting Location

Reporting Location:

Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board

400 R Street, #320

Sacramento, CA 95811

Please specify RPA #ABC-26301 and JC-427931 on your state application.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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.