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*THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP WITH THE CALIFORNIA STATE BAR.

The CalSTRS Office of the General Counsel is seeking motivated individuals to work as an Attorney on the Legal Services Team.

Under the direction of the Teachers' Retirement Board and the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Office of the General Counsel provides advice on legal issues as they affect the overall programs and policies of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), manages CalSTRS legal program, and represents the System in litigation, appeals, and other legal matters.

The Legal Services Unit is comprised of a team of transactional attorneys and support staff. Provides in-house legal review, advice, and counseling to internal business programs. In-house representation includes negotiating and reviewing contracts; collections; evaluating and creating legislation, statutes, and regulations; advising CalSTRS staff and executive management on the Teachers' Retirement Law; felony forfeiture; and providing general legal support. Attorneys also work with outside counsel on various transactional and litigation matters, including transactional real estate matters and subrogation claims. Attorneys may assist other legal units on an as-needed basis.

Under the direction of the Assistant General Counsel and administrative direction of the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel, the Staff Counsel performs professional legal work on a broad range of legal issues. The Attorney is considered a developmental classification for persons qualified to practice law in the State of California. The Attorney acts in a generalist capacity as in-house counsel and provides client-centered legal services and counsel regarding a broad array of different legal issues arising in connection with all California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) operations, programs, and functions. The Attorney provides direct support to the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel on assigned legal matters.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• An active membership with the California State Bar
• Ability and desire to show initiative with completing tasks
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Make timely and effective decisions
• Strong commitment to delivering quality service and providing options to customers with diplomacy
• Ability to work independently, as well as a member of a team
• Knowledge of provisions and application of retirement laws

Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Telework Information: We offer a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2 days per week (Onsite Monday and Wednesday).

Does this opportunity seem right for you? If so, see the Application Instructions section below and apply now.

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

Working Conditions:

All staff of CalSTRS are employees of the State of California and subject to California employment taxes and withholdings. Upon appointment, staff are required to provide a current California address to CalSTRS Human Resources to be used as a remote work location.

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 with CalSTRS.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $92,844.00 - $134,076.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person