Senior Legal Analyst

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RE-APPLY.

THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE. THE AMOUNT OF TELEWORK IS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE DEPARTMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

This position offers a broad range of rewarding work for candidates that seek meaningful use of their paralegal experience. The Employment Development Department (EDD)'s Legal Office supports EDD's mission of strengthening the economic vitality of Californians and their communities.

Under the general supervision of the Staff Services Manager II, the Senior Legal Analyst independently performs the full range of the most responsible, varied and complex paralegal duties and analytical work, including the review and processing of subpoenas, grand jury subpoenas, federal administrative subpoenas, and search warrants. The Senior Legal Analyst reviews and prepares written responses to requests for confidential information, researching and analyzing applicable statutory and regulatory provisions. The Senior Legal Analyst also represents EDD in small claims court cases, provides assistance to the Office of Attorney General and EDD attorneys with court and administrative hearing preparation, respectively, interviewing and preparing witnesses, gathering documentation, and drafting declarations, memorandum, and routine motions. The Senior Legal Analyst uses case management systems for gathering and tracking litigation information and discovery documents, and reviews and responds to Public Records Act requests. The Senior Legal Analyst also assists EDD attorneys with preparing and filing regulations with the Office of Administrative Law as well as monitors progress of legislation and regulations. The Senior Legal Analyst may also develop paralegal training material and train other paralegals and serve as a consultant to attorneys and others, and/or in a lead capacity over other paralegals.

As an experienced paralegal, the Senior Legal Analyst accomplishes assigned legal work on an expedited basis to meet strict, legally mandated deadlines with broad discretion and limited supervision; performs well under pressure and works cooperatively with attorneys, clerical staff, technical staff and the general public; communicates effectively both orally and in writing and in a professional, courteous, and productive manner; demonstrates good judgment and the ability to act independently, to work in a team environment, and to assume increased responsibility.

Please note that telework arrangements will be considered. Additionally, interviews for this position will be conducted virtually.

This position exists at 800 Capitol Mall Scaramento, CA ARU 303

If you have questions about the actual position, please contact the “Hiring Unit Contact” listed below under Contact Information.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

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

Salary

• $6,330 - $7,929/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR LEGAL ANALYST

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:

• Experience in paralegal and analytical work
• Demonstrated legal analyst skills and experience researching, interpreting, and applying laws
• Experience reviewing and analyzing court filings, including subpoenas, search warrants, etc.
• Experience handling Public Record Act requests, regulations, and/or legislative bill analyses
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office, perform multiple tasks with accuracy, assume high level responsibility, and exercise good judgment.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account atwww.calcareers.ca.gov.

Please only submit ONE application. Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions’ section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the “Explanations” section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Examination/Assessment

To apply for this position, you must obtain list eligibility by taking and passing the examination. If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination unless your list eligibility has expired.

Click the examination link below for more information and to take the exam:

Legal Analyst Bulletin

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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: 11/23/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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:

Employment Development Department
Mail In Address
Attn: Job Control # 493709
Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54
PO Box 826880
Sacramento, CA 94280-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Employment Development Department
Drop Off Address
Attn: Job Control # 493709
EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th floor solar)
722 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - A Cover Letter is required and must be included.
• Other - References are required and must be included.

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.

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

This position is in downtown Sacramento. The location provides easy access to light rail, commuter buses, parking garages, and restaurants.

Contact Information

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

Department Website:http://www.edd.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Lisa Okamoto
(916) 654-8410
Lisa.Okamoto@edd.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 Officer
(916) 654-8434
Accessibility@edd.ca.gov

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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.

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. Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, www.calhr.ca.gov, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.