Legal Specialist

As a member of a legal support team under the supervision of a Supervisor I, the Legal Specialist will provide day-to-day training of clerical and legal secretary staff in conjunction with the office’s Case Management Section (CMS) and Office of Professional Development (OPD). As part of the legal practice, the Legal Specialist will be analytical and be well versed in litigation, criminal, and administrative law procedures and practice to reinforce training provided by CMS and OPD; research, develop and train legal secretarial and clerical staff on section specific procedures and practice to expand their knowledge, skills and abilities. The Legal Specialist must have knowledge of federal, state, California Rules of Court, and Local Court rules.

The Legal Specialist will provide guidance and coaching, in all duties required of legal secretarial staff and experience with electronically sending correspondence, court forms, legal documents, and pleadings (e.g., petitions, briefs, opinions, notices, motions); must have knowledge of various department supported software such as Word, WestCheck, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, ProLaw and other desktop technology tools and communication devices, such as Microsoft Teams. The Legal Specialist will adhere to procedures; ensure all documents and deadlines are proofread, copied, processed (filed and served), and saved in accordance with legal requirements and deadlines.

The Legal Specialist will provide assistance and coaching to legal secretaries with establishing and maintaining an efficient system for filing correspondence, court forms, legal documents, pleadings, and other administrative tasks, such as processing invoices; have knowledge of state and departmental rules and regulations. The Legal Specialist must be proficient with court deadline requirements and the ability to provide guidance with the calendaring of document due dates and court appearances with various legal practice areas including civil, criminal, public rights, and administrative law sections. The Legal Specialist will provide coaching and guidance to legal secretarial and clerical staff with other internal software applications used to make travel arrangements and process travel reimbursements. Working closely with legal support leadership, the Legal Specialist will develop and/or update section specific procedures, court structure, other court related procedures, and Departmental or administrative processes to be used to train legal secretarial and clerical staff, and as reference in the course of their duties. The Legal Specialist will be responsible for staying up to date with court requirements, update related court charts and material. The Legal Specialist will also be assigned to various miscellaneous projects by the Supervisor I's, used to measure and/or enhance productivity, and meet other operational needs of the legal support teams.

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

Salary

• $6,031 - $7,547/month

Qualifications

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

• ANALYST II
• ANALYST I

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:

The most successful candidate will possess substantial experience working in a legal office performing legal support work, preferably as a legal secretary, paralegal/legal analyst, or legal supervisor. Experience and knowledge acquired will be utilized to provide training, coaching, and mentoring in various legal practice areas, including but not limited to civil law, criminal law, public rights, and administrative law.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs, instructional materials, and training resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess training needs, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions.
• Experience collecting, reviewing, and interpreting information or data to support program evaluation and operational improvements.
• Ability to participate in special projects, coordinate assignments, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with data tracking and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines.
• Initiative, adaptability, and willingness to assume additional responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with staff, supervisors, and management.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

• These positions are located in the Division of Administrative Services,Legal Support Service, Legal Support Operations, Los Angeles.
• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.
• Please note that all new-to-State employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum salary of Range A (whichever is applicable), unless you meetAlternate Range Criteria 069. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Please visit the Attorney General’s website for more information at www.oag.ca.gov.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.
• Clearly indicate the Job Control Code (JC-534817) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
• Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely filled out describing in detail your background experience and/or education duties. All applications will be pre-screened and only the most qualified and competitive applicants will be included in the interview and hiring process.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required upon appointment.

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: 11/12/2026

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:

Department of Justice
DAS-Danielle Littleton
Attn:
Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, Suite 820
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
DAS-Danielle Littleton
Division of Administrative Services
1300 I Street, Suite 820
Sacramento, CA 95814
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.
• Statement of Qualifications - The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify you for this position. This also serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed and no more than two pages in length.
  
  Important Information: Applicants are prohibited from using artificial intelligence software (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude AI) in the creation of the Statement of Qualifications.
• Other - Cover Letter - A Cover Letter is required

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

This position offers a hybrid schedule, i.e. combined remote and in-office work schedules; however, new Analyst II will be required to be in-person for the duration of their first probationary period and assessed thereafter to participate in a hybrid/telework schedule. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Danielle Littleton
(916) 838-4905
DASJC@doj.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) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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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.

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