What are the responsibilities and job description for the ATTORNEY III position at CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation?
Job Description And Duties
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Under the supervision of the Chief Counsel and Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney III advises the Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) and its employees on all legal matters affecting policies and operations.
The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) provides the applicant access to realtime updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.
For HRTS communication, this is in refernce to Job Requisition (JR) 3077.
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
This advertisement is for an Attorney III position located at 1515 K Street in Sacramento, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-154-5795-001.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 4.62% reduction in pay in exchange for eight (8) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through October 2026. Salaries on the job posting do not reflect the recent changes.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
BPH headquarters is located in Sacramento at 1515 K Street. Staff are expected to be in the office up to four days a week. On occasion, travel may be necessary to other California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) offices (Elk Grove and Rancho Cordova), CDCR institutions, or other locations in California.
Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected, when necessary, to complete assignments in a timely manner. The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time. An alternate work schedule (9/8/80) is available to employees after the probationary period.
Employees who are teleworking are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Employees who telework agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-516806
Position #(s):
065-154-5795-001
Working Title:
ATTORNEY III
Classification:
ATTORNEY III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
Commitment
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) is largely independent from CDCR. BPH maintains a high performing parole hearing system to protect and exercise its statutory authorities and policies, while ensuring due process to all incarcerated people who come under the jurisdiction of the BPH.
Special Requirements
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting prior to appointment.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to https://www.e-verify.gov/
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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:
Statement of Qualifications
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed using a 12-point font and have your name at the top of each page. The SOQ must not exceed three pages in length.
The SOQ is required and serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely, in writing. Vague or incomplete SOQ will not be considered.
CDCR Examination Schedule: Examination Schedule - CDCR Careers
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.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Under the supervision of the Chief Counsel and Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney III advises the Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) and its employees on all legal matters affecting policies and operations.
The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) provides the applicant access to realtime updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.
For HRTS communication, this is in refernce to Job Requisition (JR) 3077.
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
This advertisement is for an Attorney III position located at 1515 K Street in Sacramento, Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-154-5795-001.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 4.62% reduction in pay in exchange for eight (8) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through October 2026. Salaries on the job posting do not reflect the recent changes.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
BPH headquarters is located in Sacramento at 1515 K Street. Staff are expected to be in the office up to four days a week. On occasion, travel may be necessary to other California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) offices (Elk Grove and Rancho Cordova), CDCR institutions, or other locations in California.
Employees are expected to maintain normal and consistent work hours, averaging 40 hours per week. Work in excess of 40 hours per week is expected, when necessary, to complete assignments in a timely manner. The BPH Legal Division strives for work life balance and these positions include substantial vacation and holiday time. An alternate work schedule (9/8/80) is available to employees after the probationary period.
Employees who are teleworking are expected to maintain a safe and distraction free work environment at the approved alternate work location. Employees who telework agree to adhere to the state telework policy, CDCR's telework policy and conditions cited in the Telework Agreement (STD 200).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ATTORNEY III
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-516806
Position #(s):
065-154-5795-001
Working Title:
ATTORNEY III
Classification:
ATTORNEY III
$10,852.00 - $15,325.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information
Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
Commitment
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.
CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
The Board of Parole Hearings (BPH) is largely independent from CDCR. BPH maintains a high performing parole hearing system to protect and exercise its statutory authorities and policies, while ensuring due process to all incarcerated people who come under the jurisdiction of the BPH.
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position require a California Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting prior to appointment.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to https://www.e-verify.gov/
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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:
- Knowledge of issues facing the Board of Parole Hearings and CDCR
- Demonstrate good judgment and tact when interacting with staff, outside agencies, and the public
- Show initiative
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent analytical, writing, and editing skills
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Accept constructive criticism
- Enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment
- Be creative and resourceful problem solvers
- Experience with administrative hearings and familiarity with open meeting laws is desirable
- Litigation experience is desirable, especially civil rights and habeas corpus actions involving issues related to state prisons and parole
- Experience in drafting, reviewing, and analyzing statutes, regulations, and policies is highly desirable
- Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued
Statement of Qualifications
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed using a 12-point font and have your name at the top of each page. The SOQ must not exceed three pages in length.
The SOQ is required and serves as a documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely, in writing. Vague or incomplete SOQ will not be considered.
- What skills and qualifications do you have that make you an excellent candidate for the Attorney III position at the Board of Parole Hearings?
- Discuss your experience giving legal advice to a client or arguing in front of a tribunal and having to make on-the-spot legal arguments. What, if any, preparation were you able to do? What did you do to create the best outcome under tight time constraints?
- Explain why you are interested in working with the Board of Parole Hearings. Examination Information
CDCR Examination Schedule: Examination Schedule - CDCR Careers
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.