Job Description and Duties

The Attorney will assist other members of the legal team with more complex legal work, including providing litigation support to the Staff Attorneys and General Counsel on cases involving Conservancy programs. The incumbent will also provide legal support and advice relating to the Conservancy Governing Board, attending Governing Board meetings to provide assistance as needed.

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

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are performed inside and outside. The employee's workstation is located at 1061 3rd Street building and is equipped with standard or ergonomic office equipment, as appropriate. Travel is required to attend meetings, training, and project sites.

Requires prolonged sitting, use of telephone, personal computer, and copier. Incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines. Requires appropriate dress for a professional office environment.

This position is eligible for partial telework, subject to Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-410651

Position #(s):

357-001-5778-006

Working Title:

Attorney

Classification:

ATTORNEY

$7,737.00 - $9,730.00 A

$8,708.00 - $11,173.00 B

$7,506.00 - $9,439.00 C

$8,448.00 - $10,836.00 D

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

El Dorado County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Conservancy is a State agency, established in 1985, with a mission to lead California's efforts to restore and enhance the extraordinary natural and recreational resources of the Lake Tahoe Basin. The Conservancy owns and manages nearly 4,700 parcels of land for the purpose of protecting the natural environment and promoting public recreation and access to Lake Tahoe. The Conservancy collaboratively leads large-scale watershed and landscape restoration initiatives to reduce wildfire threat and adapt to climate change. The Conservancy's Tahoe Livable Communities Program helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, restore sensitive lands, and revitalize the Basin's urban centers. The Conservancy also provides grants to local governments and nonprofit organizations to restore the Lake Tahoe watershed, provide public recreation and access, protect ecologically important lands, improve forest health and reduce the threat of wildfire.

Working for the California Tahoe Conservancy is a wonderful opportunity to live, work and play in the beautiful resort community of South Lake Tahoe. The attorney will enjoy the benefits of a small-town commute, free parking, fresh mountain air, and working for a small agency where creative thinking and leadership skills are valued.

Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

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:

CA Tahoe Conservancy

Attn: Stefanie Melendez

1061 3rd Street

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

CA Tahoe Conservancy

Stefanie Melendez

1061 3rd Street

South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

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 required and must be included.

• School Transcripts

• Other

• All application packages must include the following:

• Electronic State Employment Application with all experience and education to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/4708.aspx) for the position

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Please include relevant coursework

• Writing Sample

• Law School Transcripts

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:

Qualification and Experience:

• Current membership in the California State Bar is required. Those eligible for membership are also encouraged to apply.

• Candidates should possess an interest in environmental, real property, and public interest law.

• Candidates must possess excellent legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills.

• Candidates must have the ability to act independently, be open-minded, and flexible to many ideas and solutions.

• Candidate must be efficient and work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.

• Candidates must be conscientious, professional, and tactful.

• Candidates must work cooperatively and build trust and rapport with attorneys, executives, and staff.

• Candidates must maintain confidentiality and discretion.

• Candidates must create and succeed in a work environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences.

• Candidates must have basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:

Stefanie Melendez

(530) 318-8584

stefanie.melendez@tahoe.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Michael Steeves

(530) 543-6023

michael.steeves@tahoe.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:

Jane Freeman

(530) 307-9490

jane.freeman@tahoe.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.

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.