County of San Diego
The County of San Diego has a current opening for the position of Senior Deputy County Counsel - Employment Law Advisory in the Office of County Counsel.
Future Salary Increases July 2024 - 4.
15% increase to base pay (2.
75% Across-the-Board
1.
40% Market Increase) The County Counsel's Office generally supports remote teleworking and a teleworking schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work may be available in this position.
The Office of County Counsel is a full-service law office, tasked with handling the County's employment law needs, including proactive participation in all phases of government decision making and a very active and successful trial litigation program.
There is an immediate vacancy in the Office of County Counsel for an Employment Law Advisory attorney to provide advice and counseling to County Departments and to represent the County in Civil Service hearings.
The ideal candidate is an analytical thinker and able to accurately articulate the critical issues in resolving client issues.
Additionally, the candidate will have excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with other attorneys and support staff.
Click here to view the complete job description for this classification.
HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
Job Offer and Background Process begins:
Shortly after the interviews.
Note:
Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening:
Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date:
Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified applicants must possess at least three (3) years of professional post-bar civil legal experience as an attorney and be a member in good standing with the California State Bar.
Please provide your CA Bar number or attach a copy of your California Bar Card to your application.
Experience serving as an attorney providing employment law advice and counseling to employers in a public or private sector law office is highly desirable.
OTHER ATTACHMENTS 1) Please attach a copy of your resume to your application.
2) Please attach a substantive legal writing sample of no more than five (5) pages to your application.
If more than five (5) are submitted, only the first five (5) pages will be read.
ALSO REQUIRED A valid California Class C driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel.
Employees in this class may be required to use their own vehicle.
Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness.
Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency.
Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTAs part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment.
Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.
EVALUATION Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental application questionnaire.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.
If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.
We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce.
We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.
Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of:
a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.
Our values include:
integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability.
Each of which are infused throughout our operations.
While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce.
Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.
gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers.
The term public employees includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district.
Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Job Type:
Regular - Full timeLocation:
County of San Diego, CA, CaliforniaAgency:
County CounselAbout the Company:
County of San Diego.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Future Salary Increases July 2024 - 4.
15% increase to base pay (2.
75% Across-the-Board
1.
40% Market Increase) The County Counsel's Office generally supports remote teleworking and a teleworking schedule with a mix of in-office and remote work may be available in this position.
The Office of County Counsel is a full-service law office, tasked with handling the County's employment law needs, including proactive participation in all phases of government decision making and a very active and successful trial litigation program.
There is an immediate vacancy in the Office of County Counsel for an Employment Law Advisory attorney to provide advice and counseling to County Departments and to represent the County in Civil Service hearings.
The ideal candidate is an analytical thinker and able to accurately articulate the critical issues in resolving client issues.
Additionally, the candidate will have excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with other attorneys and support staff.
Click here to view the complete job description for this classification.
HIRING PROCESS AND TIMELINE The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
Job Offer and Background Process begins:
Shortly after the interviews.
Note:
Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
Pre-employment Medical Screening:
Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
Anticipated Start Date:
Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified applicants must possess at least three (3) years of professional post-bar civil legal experience as an attorney and be a member in good standing with the California State Bar.
Please provide your CA Bar number or attach a copy of your California Bar Card to your application.
Experience serving as an attorney providing employment law advice and counseling to employers in a public or private sector law office is highly desirable.
OTHER ATTACHMENTS 1) Please attach a copy of your resume to your application.
2) Please attach a substantive legal writing sample of no more than five (5) pages to your application.
If more than five (5) are submitted, only the first five (5) pages will be read.
ALSO REQUIRED A valid California Class C driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel.
Employees in this class may be required to use their own vehicle.
Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness.
Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency.
Prior to appointment, candidates will be subject to a background investigation.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTAs part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment.
Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.
EVALUATION Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental application questionnaire.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system.
If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.
We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce.
We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.
Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of:
a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.
Our values include:
integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability.
Each of which are infused throughout our operations.
While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce.
Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.
gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers.
The term public employees includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district.
Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Job Type:
Regular - Full timeLocation:
County of San Diego, CA, CaliforniaAgency:
County CounselAbout the Company:
County of San Diego.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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