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Sacramento, CA, United States

Caseworker

Legal Staff

Office of The State Public Defender

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Job Posting: Caseworker

Office of the State Public Defender
JC-429201
- Caseworker
LEGAL ANALYST

$5, - $6, per Month

Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties

The Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) is seeking individuals with strong research and communication skills who are committed to advancing social justice. OSPD’s work is often at the cutting edge of criminal law and has been responsible for major developments in numerous areas of capital litigation, including litigating the right to due process and to a fair trial, the right to competent trial counsel, the admissibility of false and/or coerced confessions, racial bias in jury selection, violations of the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures, and many other issues.



The Legal Analysts work collaboratively with a team of attorneys and caseworkers to provide paralegal support in capital appeals, non-capital appeals, habeas corpus proceedings, amicus briefing, systemic claims, and other matters in the California Supreme Court, the District Courts of Appeal, and the Superior Courts of California.



The Legal Analysts support the production of briefs of the highest caliber, develop and file preservation motions in the Superior Courts of California to maintain the integrity of an intricate document management system, maintain client confidentiality, and sensitively communicates with clients. Individuals who are self-motivated and interested in working in a supportive and collaborative team environment are encouraged to apply!



This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: May 30th, 2024, June 28th, 2024, July 30th, 2024, and August 29th, 2024.



Please take the short recruitment survey linked below:






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

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Classification Title
Legal Analyst
Department
Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD)
Working Title
Caseworker
Office/Unit/Section/Geographic Location
Sacramento/Oakland
Position Number
426-015-5237-XXX
Name and Effective Date
WWG: 2 CBID: R01 Tenure: P Time Base: FT
General Statement: Under the general supervision of the Staff Services Manager I and the direct case-
related supervision of an OSPD Attorney, the Legal Analyst works collaboratively with a team of
attorneys and caseworkers to provide paralegal support in capital appeals, non-capital appeals, habeas
corpus proceedings, amicus briefing, systemic claims, and other matters in the California Supreme
Court, the District Courts of Appeal, and the Superior Courts of California. The Legal Analyst supports
the production of briefs of the highest caliber, develops and files preservation motions in the Superior
Courts of California, maintains the integrity of an intricate document management system, maintains
client confidentiality, and sensitively communicates with clients. The Legal Analyst may travel to
superior courts, county public defender offices, and California State Prisons. Travel is required 10% of
the time.
Specific Tasks [Essential (E) / Marginal (M) Functions]
45% (E) Maintains electronic and hard copy case files; analyzes citations in pleadings to verify
the accuracy of cited authorities and ensures citation format complies with California Style
Manual (CSM) or the Bluebook citation style; researches, analyzes, and applies appropriate
court rules to file and serve in accordance with applicable laws and court rules; analyzes
pleadings to ensure content accuracy and formatting compliance with applicable laws and
court rules; analyzes collects, locates, and indexes case-related information and material;
facilitates attorney/client legal visits and confidential legal calls by researching institutional
policies and procedures and applying them to coordinate with the institution; collects and
analyzes information, records, and resources concerning clients’ custody and health-related
issues and researches to recommend solutions; analyzing case material to determine
deadlines and filing dates, and utilizes a calendaring system to coordinate and track
deadlines and filing dates.
(E) Assists in the development of preservation motions by drafting, proofreading, formatting,
filing, and serving preservation motions in accordance with applicable laws and court rules;
analyzing case files materials to identify materials to be preserved and agencies in
possession of materials to be preserved; developing a method of tracking and reporting
case status on a recurring basis; analyzing recent decisions and legislation for applicability
to the scope of preservation; participating in a preservation specific work group responsible
for ensuring the model motion is up to date and compliant with applicable laws and rules.
45% Direct Appeals/Amicus Briefing: Duties include but are not limited to the following:
(E) Reviews, indexes, and summarizes case transcripts; analyzes transcripts for
completeness and develops tools to track progress and ensure accuracy of the record on
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appeal; analyzes case material and utilizes word processing software to produce briefs,
tables of contents, tables of authorities, draft documents including letters, applications for
extensions of time, and status reports, to attorney specifications and in accordance with
applicable laws and court rules; liaises with court personnel and other outside entities;
reviews and analyzes court files and trial exhibits at the superior courts for accuracy and
completeness of the record, and develops tools to track status; analyzes testimony and
other documents to produce summaries and memoranda; analyzes case file material to
identify records to preserve and agencies in possession of materials potentially relevant to
habeas corpus proceedings to produce preservation motions and make recommendations
to case team related to preservation proceedings; utilizes legal research methods and tools
including print and digital resources, to conduct legal research to respond to defined legal
questions identified by an attorney; analyzes case material and legal research to draft
memorandums for case team review; attending and participating Moot Court Oral
Arguments; complies pleading binders, exhibits, and other case material to prepare
attorneys or case teams for court hearings and oral argument; may attend hearings with
attorney or case team as needed.
Habeas Corpus Proceedings/Evidentiary Hearings: Duties include but are not limited to
the following:
(E) Analyzes case file material to determine relevant records to be acquired related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; analytically and methodically utilizes databases to
locate witnesses and interviews witnesses to extract meaningful information related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; creates and maintains case databases, inserts
collected data, and analyzes data to determine client and case needs; accurately drafts
declarations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and courts rules; utilizes print
and digital resources to conduct topic-specific research including forensic science and
mental health; prepares expert witnesses; analyzes clients’ social history to create and
maintain life chronology documents; summarizes testimony and other documents, and
organizes and prepares exhibits for filing consistent with applicable laws and court rules.
5% (E) Participates in working group meetings according to assigned areas of law and/or client
issues. Attends and participates in monthly legal analyst meetings. Assists Senior Legal
Analyst with the presentation of training sessions for the unit. Arranges travel and
processes travel claims for attorneys and other staff as needed. Visits correspond and
converse with clients via telephone under the assigned attorney’s supervision.
5% Other job-related duties and tasks as assigned.
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Supervision Received
Reports directly to the Caseworker Supervisor (Staff Services Manager I). However, direction
and assignments come from staff attorneys and may also come from a Senior Legal Analyst.
Supervision Exercised
None.
Administrative Responsibility
None.
Personal Contacts
Continuous contact with OSPD attorneys, management staff, and other OSPD employees, and
regular contact with clients (generally housed at either San Quentin State Prison or Chowchilla
State Prison), clerks of various county courts and the California Supreme Court, employees at
prison institutions where OSPD clients are housed, and other government agencies. May also
include personal contact with witnesses and out-of-state public and government agencies.
Actions and Consequences
Failure to adequately perform these duties could undermine OSPD’s mission to provide high-
quality representation to its clients.
Functional Requirements
This position is eligible for remote-centric telework, which includes a minimum of three remote
workdays per week, but team coordination may require in-office work as needed and occasional
travel. OSPD’s offices daily. Business travel reimbursements consider an employee’s designated
Headquarters Location and primary residence. The policy may be subject to change by the
California Department of Human Resources. All commute expenses to the headquartered
location will be the responsibility of the incumbent. When in office, the incumbent utilizes typical
office equipment such as, but not limited to, telecommunications equipment, computers, and
photocopiers/scanners. Occasional transport of small office equipment.
Desired Qualifications
• Knowledge of legal research platforms, including Westlaw and Forecite.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office 365 Suite (., Word, PowerPoint,
OneDrive, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel), Zoom, FileMaker Pro, Adobe, and Word
Perfect.
• Knowledge of California Style Manual, The Bluebook, California criminal law practice and
procedure, California appellate practice and procedure, California Rule of Court, and the Rule
of the United States Supreme Court.
• Ability to meet scheduled and last-minute deadlines.
• Ability to work in a traditional office and virtual team environment.
• Ability to communicate, problem-solve, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable changes in case priorities and assignments.
• Ability to utilize the California Style Manual and/or the Bluebook to correctly format citations
in legal writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relations with all levels of staff and with external
agencies or court representatives.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with applicable laws.
• Ability to learn and use technology to support paralegal-related tasks, including the use of
databases and electronic court filing systems.
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• Ability to use computer programs and legal research platforms in an efficient and effective
manner.
Special Personal Requirements:
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to attend OSPD-provided training related to post-conviction appellate
representation and technical skills to support the work (., SharePoint, Word, Cal Style
Manual, etc.)
I have read and understand the duties listed above, and I can perform these duties with or without
reasonable accommodation. (If you believe reasonable accommodation is necessary, discuss your
concerns with the supervisor).
Printed Name Employee Signature Date
I certify that this duty statement represents the current and accurate description of the essential
functions of this position. I have discussed the duties of this position with and have provided a copy
of this duty statement to the employee named above.
Printed Name Supervisor Signature Date


Working Conditions

OSPD has two regional offices in Oakland and Sacramento. The Oakland office is located downtown in a modern high-rise building near the 12th Street BART station, a variety of delicious restaurants, and SacRT Light Rail, Downtown Commons, and plenty of shopping.



• This position is eligible for remote-centric telework, which includes a minimum of three remote workdays per week. However, team coordination may require in-office work as needed and occasional travel. During onboarding and training, you will be required to report to one of the OSPD’s offices daily.

• Travel is required 10% of the time.


Business travel reimbursements consider an employee’s designated Headquarters Location and primary residence. The policy may be subject to change by the California Department of Human Resources. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.


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

LEGAL ANALYST

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-429201
Position #(s):
426-015-5237-005

Working Title:
Caseworker
Classification:
LEGAL ANALYST
$5, - $6, A
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The Office of the State Public Defender is legislatively mandated to focus its resources on post-conviction appellate representation in death penalty cases and improving indigent defense in California by providing assistance and training to county public defender offices, appointed private counsel, and counsel appointed to represent juveniles, and engaging in related efforts for the purpose of improving indigent defense.

Diversity Statement

OSPD is committed to promoting a workplace rooted in the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We can best serve our clients and stakeholders when we have a diverse staff that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our colleagues.

An inclusive culture improves the quality of our work lives and makes us better advocates for our clients and better colleagues to each other. We are continually growing and are committed to equitable, inclusive, and nondiscriminatory hiring practices.

OSPD encourages applications from all qualified individuals of any race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, and veteran status.
Department Website: /
Department Logo
Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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 . 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:
Office of the State Public Defender
Attn: Human Resources -Twanna Moore
770 L Street, Suite 1000
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Office of the State Public Defender
Human Resources -Twanna Moore
770 L Street, Suite 1000
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 . 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
Statement of Qualifications - Please see the "Statement of Qualifications" section for instructions.

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.
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 legal research platforms, including Westlaw and Forecite.
Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office 365 Suite (., Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel), Zoom, FileMaker Pro, Adobe, and Word Perfect.
Knowledge of California Style Manual, The Bluebook, California criminal law practice and procedure, California appellate practice and procedure, California Rule of Court, and the Rule of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Ability to meet scheduled and last-minute deadlines.
Ability to work in a traditional office and virtual team environment.
Ability to communicate, problem-solve, and manage time effectively.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable changes in case priorities and assignments.
Ability to utilize the California Style Manual and/or The Bluebook to format citations in legal writing correctly.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relations with all levels of staff relations with all levels of staff and with external agencies or court representatives.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with applicable laws.
Ability to learn and use technology to support paralegal-related tasks, including the use of databases and electronic court filing systems.
Ability to use computer programs and legal research platforms in an efficient and effective manner.

Special Personal Requirements:

Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Willingness to attend OSPD-provided training related to post-conviction appellate representation and technical skills to support the work (., SharePoint, Word, Cal Style Manual, etc.)

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, and Retirement benefits. For more information on what is offered by the State of California, please visit the California Department of Human Resources CalHR and the California Public Employees' Retirement System CalPERS website.
Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: /
Human Resources Contact:
Twanna Moore



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 (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.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

The SOQ must be single-spaced and written in narrative form, Times New Roman font, and no longer than 2 pages. A successful SOQ will address the following two statements:

1. Please describe your experience and educational background performing the duties outlined in the Legal Analyst duty statement.

2. How does the Office of the State Public Defender’s mission align with your character and background?


Legal Analyst Exam/Assessment

Please Note: You will need to take and pass the Legal Analyst examination to establish list eligibility prior to a job offer. Click on the link below to take the exam:
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.



Legal Analyst (5237)
California State Personnel Board Specification

Schematic Code: JY62
Class Code: 5237
Established: 07/02/1981
Revised: 03/21/2006
Title Changed: --

Definition

Under general supervision, provides paralegal and legal analytical support to attorneys; and does other related work.
Distinguishing Characteristics

The class of Legal Analyst is the journey analytical paralegal class established to provide full-time employment in a legal program in State service. Incumbents work as assistants to attorneys. The class is designed for permanent employment where incumbents can be properly delegated difficult and complex paralegal duties which are analytical in nature. It is distinguished from the class of Legal Assistant in which incumbents perform the less difficult, more routine paralegal duties generally of a processing, monitoring, or data gathering nature. It is distinguished from the class of Senior Legal Analyst in which incumbents, exercising a high degree of independence and only under general direction from attorneys, regularly perform the most difficult paralegal duties in a specialized area of law.
Typical Tasks

Under the general supervision of an attorney who shall accept full responsibility for the tasks performed, the Legal Analyst investigates and analyzes facts and documents in connection with civil litigation; assists in criminal trial preparation by coordinating witnesses and processing subpoenas; coordinates with local law enforcement and judicial entities relative to ministerial problems; when delegated by the attorney, drafts interrogatories and responses to interrogatories; interviews witnesses, complainants, and defendants concerning the facts of cases; drafts roughs of pleadings, complaints, and motions for attorney review by the attorney; assists in the preparation of witness books and exhibit books; conducts historical research with regard to cases and by summarizing deposition transcripts; assists in administrative proceedings by preparing drafts of accusations and statements of issues; prepares responses to routine procedural and/or large volume type inquiries; prepares legislative histories and follow-ups on legislative and regulatory files.
Minimum Qualifications
Either I



Experience: Two years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Legal Assistant. (Applicants who are within six months of satisfying the experience requirement for this class will be admitted to the examination, but they must fully meet the experience requirement before being eligible for appointment.) and



Education: Successful completion of six semester units of paralegal or undergraduate legal courses, with at least three units of which must be in legal research. (Candidates who have completed three semester units of paralegal course work necessary to fulfill the education requirements will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion of the required six units before they can be considered for appointment.)
Or II



Experience: Two years of experience performing paralegal duties in a law firm, corporate law office, governmental or public law office, nonprofit organization, educational institution, court, or other entity under the direction and supervision of a licensed attorney or judicial officer. and



Education: Twelve semester units in a legal or paralegal curriculum or equivalent to graduation from college.
Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: Basic legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures; use of legal reference materials; and role of a paralegal staff in a legal office.



Ability to: Reason logically and accurately analyze situations; read effectively; prepare reports and summary sheets which set forth the statement of facts, applications of relevant law, and conclusions; read and understand statutes; prepare drafts of pleading; draft litigation discovery documents, such as interrogatories and motions; and work cooperatively with attorneys and members of the support staff.
Additional Desirable Qualification

Evidence of continuing education, such as additional paralegal or legal course work.



Job Application Package Checklist

When applying for this job, include the items provided below in your application package. When submitting a hard copy application (by mail or drop off), this completed form should be printed and submitted as the first page of your application package for proper processing.
Applicant Information
Name: CalCareer ID:
Address:

Phone:
Job Information
Job Control: JC-429201
Classification: LEGAL ANALYST
Department: Office of the State Public Defender
Location: United States Tenure/Timebase: Permanent Fulltime
Filing Deadline: Until Filled
Required Items

Indicate if you have included or completed each item listed.
Item Requisite Complete
Job Application Package Checklist Required
Employment Application Form (STD678) Required
Statement of Qualifications Required
Degree or Transcript Required
Resume Required

please take the short recruitment survey linked below:






you will find additional information about the job in the duty statement. for alternate format information, . specific tasks [essential (e) / marginal (m) functions]
45% (e) maintains electronic and hard copy case files; analyzes citations in pleadings to verify
the accuracy of cited authorities and ensures citation format complies with california style
manual (csm) or the bluebook citation style; researches, analyzes, and applies appropriate
court rules to file and serve in accordance with applicable laws and court rules; analyzes
pleadings to ensure content accuracy and formatting compliance with applicable laws and
court rules; analyzes collects, locates, and indexes case-related information and material;
facilitates attorney/client legal visits and confidential legal calls by researching institutional
policies and procedures and applying them to coordinate with the institution; collects and
analyzes information, records, and resources concerning clients’ custody and health-related
issues and researches to recommend solutions; analyzing case material to determine
deadlines and filing dates, and utilizes a calendaring system to coordinate and track
deadlines and filing dates. appeal; analyzes case material and utilizes word processing software to produce briefs,
tables of contents, tables of authorities, draft documents including letters, applications for
extensions of time, and status reports, to attorney specifications and in accordance with
applicable laws and court rules; liaises with court personnel and other outside entities;
reviews and analyzes court files and trial exhibits at the superior courts for accuracy and
completeness of the record, and develops tools to track status; analyzes testimony and
other documents to produce summaries and memoranda; analyzes case file material to
identify records to preserve and agencies in possession of materials potentially relevant to
habeas corpus proceedings to produce preservation motions and make recommendations
to case team related to preservation proceedings; utilizes legal research methods and tools
including print and digital resources, to conduct legal research to respond to defined legal
questions identified by an attorney; analyzes case material and legal research to draft
memorandums for case team review; attending and participating moot court oral
arguments; complies pleading binders, exhibits, and other case material to prepare
attorneys or case teams for court hearings and oral argument; may attend hearings with
attorney or case team as needed. habeas corpus proceedings/evidentiary hearings: duties include but are not limited to
the following:
(e) analyzes case file material to determine relevant records to be acquired related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; analytically and methodically utilizes databases to
locate witnesses and interviews witnesses to extract meaningful information related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; creates and maintains case databases, inserts
collected data, and analyzes data to determine client and case needs; accurately drafts
declarations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and courts rules; utilizes print
and digital resources to conduct topic-specific research including forensic science and
mental health; prepares expert witnesses; analyzes clients’ social history to create and
maintain life chronology documents; summarizes testimony and other documents, and
organizes and prepares exhibits for filing consistent with applicable laws and court rules. visits correspond and
converse with clients via telephone under the assigned attorney’s supervision. personal contacts
continuous contact with ospd attorneys, management staff, and other ospd employees, and
regular contact with clients (generally housed at either san quentin state prison or chowchilla
state prison), clerks of various county courts and the california supreme court, employees at
prison institutions where ospd clients are housed, and other government agencies. may also
include personal contact with witnesses and out-of-state public and government agencies. department website: http://www. department website: /
department logo
application instructions

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: until filled

who may apply
individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have sroa and/or surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). application packages may be submitted electronically through your calcareer account at www. 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:
office of the state public defender
attn: human resources -twanna moore
770 l street, suite 1000
sacramento, ca 95814

address for drop-off application packages

you may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
office of the state public defender
human resources -twanna moore
770 l street, suite 1000
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. resume is required and must be included. the request should be made at the time of
twanna. gov/
human resources


please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. eeo
denise. eeo

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. click on the link below to take the exam:
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. ability to: reason logically and accurately analyze situations; read effectively; prepare reports and summary sheets which set forth the statement of facts, applications of relevant law, and conclusions; read and understand statutes; prepare drafts of pleading; draft litigation discovery documents, such as interrogatories and motions; and work cooperatively with attorneys and members of the support staff. applicant information
name: calcareer id:
address:

phone:
job information
job control: jc-429201
classification: legal analyst
department: office of the state public defender
location: united states tenure/timebase: permanent fulltime
filing deadline: until filled
required items

indicate if you have included or completed each item listed. item requisite complete
job application package checklist required
employment application form (std678) required
statement of qualifications required
degree or transcript required
resume required

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Job Posting: Caseworker

Office of the State Public Defender
JC-429201
- Caseworker
LEGAL ANALYST

$5, - $6, per Month

Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties

The Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) is seeking individuals with strong research and communication skills who are committed to advancing social justice. OSPD’s work is often at the cutting edge of criminal law and has been responsible for major developments in numerous areas of capital litigation, including litigating the right to due process and to a fair trial, the right to competent trial counsel, the admissibility of false and/or coerced confessions, racial bias in jury selection, violations of the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures, and many other issues.



The Legal Analysts work collaboratively with a team of attorneys and caseworkers to provide paralegal support in capital appeals, non-capital appeals, habeas corpus proceedings, amicus briefing, systemic claims, and other matters in the California Supreme Court, the District Courts of Appeal, and the Superior Courts of California.



The Legal Analysts support the production of briefs of the highest caliber, develop and file preservation motions in the Superior Courts of California to maintain the integrity of an intricate document management system, maintain client confidentiality, and sensitively communicates with clients. Individuals who are self-motivated and interested in working in a supportive and collaborative team environment are encouraged to apply!



This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: May 30th, 2024, June 28th, 2024, July 30th, 2024, and August 29th, 2024.



Please take the short recruitment survey linked below:






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

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ADA Notice For individuals with sensory disabilities, this document is available in alternate formats.
For alternate format information, ) Proposed
Classification Title
Legal Analyst
Department
Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD)
Working Title
Caseworker
Office/Unit/Section/Geographic Location
Sacramento/Oakland
Position Number
426-015-5237-XXX
Name and Effective Date
WWG: 2 CBID: R01 Tenure: P Time Base: FT
General Statement: Under the general supervision of the Staff Services Manager I and the direct case-
related supervision of an OSPD Attorney, the Legal Analyst works collaboratively with a team of
attorneys and caseworkers to provide paralegal support in capital appeals, non-capital appeals, habeas
corpus proceedings, amicus briefing, systemic claims, and other matters in the California Supreme
Court, the District Courts of Appeal, and the Superior Courts of California. The Legal Analyst supports
the production of briefs of the highest caliber, develops and files preservation motions in the Superior
Courts of California, maintains the integrity of an intricate document management system, maintains
client confidentiality, and sensitively communicates with clients. The Legal Analyst may travel to
superior courts, county public defender offices, and California State Prisons. Travel is required 10% of
the time.
Specific Tasks [Essential (E) / Marginal (M) Functions]
45% (E) Maintains electronic and hard copy case files; analyzes citations in pleadings to verify
the accuracy of cited authorities and ensures citation format complies with California Style
Manual (CSM) or the Bluebook citation style; researches, analyzes, and applies appropriate
court rules to file and serve in accordance with applicable laws and court rules; analyzes
pleadings to ensure content accuracy and formatting compliance with applicable laws and
court rules; analyzes collects, locates, and indexes case-related information and material;
facilitates attorney/client legal visits and confidential legal calls by researching institutional
policies and procedures and applying them to coordinate with the institution; collects and
analyzes information, records, and resources concerning clients’ custody and health-related
issues and researches to recommend solutions; analyzing case material to determine
deadlines and filing dates, and utilizes a calendaring system to coordinate and track
deadlines and filing dates.
(E) Assists in the development of preservation motions by drafting, proofreading, formatting,
filing, and serving preservation motions in accordance with applicable laws and court rules;
analyzing case files materials to identify materials to be preserved and agencies in
possession of materials to be preserved; developing a method of tracking and reporting
case status on a recurring basis; analyzing recent decisions and legislation for applicability
to the scope of preservation; participating in a preservation specific work group responsible
for ensuring the model motion is up to date and compliant with applicable laws and rules.
45% Direct Appeals/Amicus Briefing: Duties include but are not limited to the following:
(E) Reviews, indexes, and summarizes case transcripts; analyzes transcripts for
completeness and develops tools to track progress and ensure accuracy of the record on
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appeal; analyzes case material and utilizes word processing software to produce briefs,
tables of contents, tables of authorities, draft documents including letters, applications for
extensions of time, and status reports, to attorney specifications and in accordance with
applicable laws and court rules; liaises with court personnel and other outside entities;
reviews and analyzes court files and trial exhibits at the superior courts for accuracy and
completeness of the record, and develops tools to track status; analyzes testimony and
other documents to produce summaries and memoranda; analyzes case file material to
identify records to preserve and agencies in possession of materials potentially relevant to
habeas corpus proceedings to produce preservation motions and make recommendations
to case team related to preservation proceedings; utilizes legal research methods and tools
including print and digital resources, to conduct legal research to respond to defined legal
questions identified by an attorney; analyzes case material and legal research to draft
memorandums for case team review; attending and participating Moot Court Oral
Arguments; complies pleading binders, exhibits, and other case material to prepare
attorneys or case teams for court hearings and oral argument; may attend hearings with
attorney or case team as needed.
Habeas Corpus Proceedings/Evidentiary Hearings: Duties include but are not limited to
the following:
(E) Analyzes case file material to determine relevant records to be acquired related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; analytically and methodically utilizes databases to
locate witnesses and interviews witnesses to extract meaningful information related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; creates and maintains case databases, inserts
collected data, and analyzes data to determine client and case needs; accurately drafts
declarations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and courts rules; utilizes print
and digital resources to conduct topic-specific research including forensic science and
mental health; prepares expert witnesses; analyzes clients’ social history to create and
maintain life chronology documents; summarizes testimony and other documents, and
organizes and prepares exhibits for filing consistent with applicable laws and court rules.
5% (E) Participates in working group meetings according to assigned areas of law and/or client
issues. Attends and participates in monthly legal analyst meetings. Assists Senior Legal
Analyst with the presentation of training sessions for the unit. Arranges travel and
processes travel claims for attorneys and other staff as needed. Visits correspond and
converse with clients via telephone under the assigned attorney’s supervision.
5% Other job-related duties and tasks as assigned.
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Supervision Received
Reports directly to the Caseworker Supervisor (Staff Services Manager I). However, direction
and assignments come from staff attorneys and may also come from a Senior Legal Analyst.
Supervision Exercised
None.
Administrative Responsibility
None.
Personal Contacts
Continuous contact with OSPD attorneys, management staff, and other OSPD employees, and
regular contact with clients (generally housed at either San Quentin State Prison or Chowchilla
State Prison), clerks of various county courts and the California Supreme Court, employees at
prison institutions where OSPD clients are housed, and other government agencies. May also
include personal contact with witnesses and out-of-state public and government agencies.
Actions and Consequences
Failure to adequately perform these duties could undermine OSPD’s mission to provide high-
quality representation to its clients.
Functional Requirements
This position is eligible for remote-centric telework, which includes a minimum of three remote
workdays per week, but team coordination may require in-office work as needed and occasional
travel. OSPD’s offices daily. Business travel reimbursements consider an employee’s designated
Headquarters Location and primary residence. The policy may be subject to change by the
California Department of Human Resources. All commute expenses to the headquartered
location will be the responsibility of the incumbent. When in office, the incumbent utilizes typical
office equipment such as, but not limited to, telecommunications equipment, computers, and
photocopiers/scanners. Occasional transport of small office equipment.
Desired Qualifications
• Knowledge of legal research platforms, including Westlaw and Forecite.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office 365 Suite (., Word, PowerPoint,
OneDrive, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel), Zoom, FileMaker Pro, Adobe, and Word
Perfect.
• Knowledge of California Style Manual, The Bluebook, California criminal law practice and
procedure, California appellate practice and procedure, California Rule of Court, and the Rule
of the United States Supreme Court.
• Ability to meet scheduled and last-minute deadlines.
• Ability to work in a traditional office and virtual team environment.
• Ability to communicate, problem-solve, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable changes in case priorities and assignments.
• Ability to utilize the California Style Manual and/or the Bluebook to correctly format citations
in legal writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relations with all levels of staff and with external
agencies or court representatives.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with applicable laws.
• Ability to learn and use technology to support paralegal-related tasks, including the use of
databases and electronic court filing systems.
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• Ability to use computer programs and legal research platforms in an efficient and effective
manner.
Special Personal Requirements:
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to attend OSPD-provided training related to post-conviction appellate
representation and technical skills to support the work (., SharePoint, Word, Cal Style
Manual, etc.)
I have read and understand the duties listed above, and I can perform these duties with or without
reasonable accommodation. (If you believe reasonable accommodation is necessary, discuss your
concerns with the supervisor).
Printed Name Employee Signature Date
I certify that this duty statement represents the current and accurate description of the essential
functions of this position. I have discussed the duties of this position with and have provided a copy
of this duty statement to the employee named above.
Printed Name Supervisor Signature Date


Working Conditions

OSPD has two regional offices in Oakland and Sacramento. The Oakland office is located downtown in a modern high-rise building near the 12th Street BART station, a variety of delicious restaurants, and SacRT Light Rail, Downtown Commons, and plenty of shopping.



• This position is eligible for remote-centric telework, which includes a minimum of three remote workdays per week. However, team coordination may require in-office work as needed and occasional travel. During onboarding and training, you will be required to report to one of the OSPD’s offices daily.

• Travel is required 10% of the time.


Business travel reimbursements consider an employee’s designated Headquarters Location and primary residence. The policy may be subject to change by the California Department of Human Resources. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.


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

LEGAL ANALYST

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-429201
Position #(s):
426-015-5237-005

Working Title:
Caseworker
Classification:
LEGAL ANALYST
$5, - $6, A
# of Positions:
2
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The Office of the State Public Defender is legislatively mandated to focus its resources on post-conviction appellate representation in death penalty cases and improving indigent defense in California by providing assistance and training to county public defender offices, appointed private counsel, and counsel appointed to represent juveniles, and engaging in related efforts for the purpose of improving indigent defense.

Diversity Statement

OSPD is committed to promoting a workplace rooted in the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We can best serve our clients and stakeholders when we have a diverse staff that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived experiences, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our colleagues.

An inclusive culture improves the quality of our work lives and makes us better advocates for our clients and better colleagues to each other. We are continually growing and are committed to equitable, inclusive, and nondiscriminatory hiring practices.

OSPD encourages applications from all qualified individuals of any race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, and veteran status.
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Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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 . 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:
Office of the State Public Defender
Attn: Human Resources -Twanna Moore
770 L Street, Suite 1000
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Office of the State Public Defender
Human Resources -Twanna Moore
770 L Street, Suite 1000
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 . 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
Statement of Qualifications - Please see the "Statement of Qualifications" section for instructions.

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.
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 legal research platforms, including Westlaw and Forecite.
Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office 365 Suite (., Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, and Excel), Zoom, FileMaker Pro, Adobe, and Word Perfect.
Knowledge of California Style Manual, The Bluebook, California criminal law practice and procedure, California appellate practice and procedure, California Rule of Court, and the Rule of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Ability to meet scheduled and last-minute deadlines.
Ability to work in a traditional office and virtual team environment.
Ability to communicate, problem-solve, and manage time effectively.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable changes in case priorities and assignments.
Ability to utilize the California Style Manual and/or The Bluebook to format citations in legal writing correctly.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relations with all levels of staff relations with all levels of staff and with external agencies or court representatives.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information in compliance with applicable laws.
Ability to learn and use technology to support paralegal-related tasks, including the use of databases and electronic court filing systems.
Ability to use computer programs and legal research platforms in an efficient and effective manner.

Special Personal Requirements:

Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Willingness to attend OSPD-provided training related to post-conviction appellate representation and technical skills to support the work (., SharePoint, Word, Cal Style Manual, etc.)

Benefits

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, and Retirement benefits. For more information on what is offered by the State of California, please visit the California Department of Human Resources CalHR and the California Public Employees' Retirement System CalPERS website.
Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: /
Human Resources Contact:
Twanna Moore



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 (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.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

The SOQ must be single-spaced and written in narrative form, Times New Roman font, and no longer than 2 pages. A successful SOQ will address the following two statements:

1. Please describe your experience and educational background performing the duties outlined in the Legal Analyst duty statement.

2. How does the Office of the State Public Defender’s mission align with your character and background?


Legal Analyst Exam/Assessment

Please Note: You will need to take and pass the Legal Analyst examination to establish list eligibility prior to a job offer. Click on the link below to take the exam:
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.



Legal Analyst (5237)
California State Personnel Board Specification

Schematic Code: JY62
Class Code: 5237
Established: 07/02/1981
Revised: 03/21/2006
Title Changed: --

Definition

Under general supervision, provides paralegal and legal analytical support to attorneys; and does other related work.
Distinguishing Characteristics

The class of Legal Analyst is the journey analytical paralegal class established to provide full-time employment in a legal program in State service. Incumbents work as assistants to attorneys. The class is designed for permanent employment where incumbents can be properly delegated difficult and complex paralegal duties which are analytical in nature. It is distinguished from the class of Legal Assistant in which incumbents perform the less difficult, more routine paralegal duties generally of a processing, monitoring, or data gathering nature. It is distinguished from the class of Senior Legal Analyst in which incumbents, exercising a high degree of independence and only under general direction from attorneys, regularly perform the most difficult paralegal duties in a specialized area of law.
Typical Tasks

Under the general supervision of an attorney who shall accept full responsibility for the tasks performed, the Legal Analyst investigates and analyzes facts and documents in connection with civil litigation; assists in criminal trial preparation by coordinating witnesses and processing subpoenas; coordinates with local law enforcement and judicial entities relative to ministerial problems; when delegated by the attorney, drafts interrogatories and responses to interrogatories; interviews witnesses, complainants, and defendants concerning the facts of cases; drafts roughs of pleadings, complaints, and motions for attorney review by the attorney; assists in the preparation of witness books and exhibit books; conducts historical research with regard to cases and by summarizing deposition transcripts; assists in administrative proceedings by preparing drafts of accusations and statements of issues; prepares responses to routine procedural and/or large volume type inquiries; prepares legislative histories and follow-ups on legislative and regulatory files.
Minimum Qualifications
Either I



Experience: Two years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Legal Assistant. (Applicants who are within six months of satisfying the experience requirement for this class will be admitted to the examination, but they must fully meet the experience requirement before being eligible for appointment.) and



Education: Successful completion of six semester units of paralegal or undergraduate legal courses, with at least three units of which must be in legal research. (Candidates who have completed three semester units of paralegal course work necessary to fulfill the education requirements will be admitted to the examination, but they must submit evidence of completion of the required six units before they can be considered for appointment.)
Or II



Experience: Two years of experience performing paralegal duties in a law firm, corporate law office, governmental or public law office, nonprofit organization, educational institution, court, or other entity under the direction and supervision of a licensed attorney or judicial officer. and



Education: Twelve semester units in a legal or paralegal curriculum or equivalent to graduation from college.
Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: Basic legal concepts, terminology, principles, and procedures; use of legal reference materials; and role of a paralegal staff in a legal office.



Ability to: Reason logically and accurately analyze situations; read effectively; prepare reports and summary sheets which set forth the statement of facts, applications of relevant law, and conclusions; read and understand statutes; prepare drafts of pleading; draft litigation discovery documents, such as interrogatories and motions; and work cooperatively with attorneys and members of the support staff.
Additional Desirable Qualification

Evidence of continuing education, such as additional paralegal or legal course work.



Job Application Package Checklist

When applying for this job, include the items provided below in your application package. When submitting a hard copy application (by mail or drop off), this completed form should be printed and submitted as the first page of your application package for proper processing.
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Phone:
Job Information
Job Control: JC-429201
Classification: LEGAL ANALYST
Department: Office of the State Public Defender
Location: United States Tenure/Timebase: Permanent Fulltime
Filing Deadline: Until Filled
Required Items

Indicate if you have included or completed each item listed.
Item Requisite Complete
Job Application Package Checklist Required
Employment Application Form (STD678) Required
Statement of Qualifications Required
Degree or Transcript Required
Resume Required

Min Salary/Max Salary
USD 5212 to 6524 Monthly

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you will find additional information about the job in the duty statement. for alternate format information, . specific tasks [essential (e) / marginal (m) functions]
45% (e) maintains electronic and hard copy case files; analyzes citations in pleadings to verify
the accuracy of cited authorities and ensures citation format complies with california style
manual (csm) or the bluebook citation style; researches, analyzes, and applies appropriate
court rules to file and serve in accordance with applicable laws and court rules; analyzes
pleadings to ensure content accuracy and formatting compliance with applicable laws and
court rules; analyzes collects, locates, and indexes case-related information and material;
facilitates attorney/client legal visits and confidential legal calls by researching institutional
policies and procedures and applying them to coordinate with the institution; collects and
analyzes information, records, and resources concerning clients’ custody and health-related
issues and researches to recommend solutions; analyzing case material to determine
deadlines and filing dates, and utilizes a calendaring system to coordinate and track
deadlines and filing dates. appeal; analyzes case material and utilizes word processing software to produce briefs,
tables of contents, tables of authorities, draft documents including letters, applications for
extensions of time, and status reports, to attorney specifications and in accordance with
applicable laws and court rules; liaises with court personnel and other outside entities;
reviews and analyzes court files and trial exhibits at the superior courts for accuracy and
completeness of the record, and develops tools to track status; analyzes testimony and
other documents to produce summaries and memoranda; analyzes case file material to
identify records to preserve and agencies in possession of materials potentially relevant to
habeas corpus proceedings to produce preservation motions and make recommendations
to case team related to preservation proceedings; utilizes legal research methods and tools
including print and digital resources, to conduct legal research to respond to defined legal
questions identified by an attorney; analyzes case material and legal research to draft
memorandums for case team review; attending and participating moot court oral
arguments; complies pleading binders, exhibits, and other case material to prepare
attorneys or case teams for court hearings and oral argument; may attend hearings with
attorney or case team as needed. habeas corpus proceedings/evidentiary hearings: duties include but are not limited to
the following:
(e) analyzes case file material to determine relevant records to be acquired related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; analytically and methodically utilizes databases to
locate witnesses and interviews witnesses to extract meaningful information related to
clients’ habeas corpus proceedings; creates and maintains case databases, inserts
collected data, and analyzes data to determine client and case needs; accurately drafts
declarations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and courts rules; utilizes print
and digital resources to conduct topic-specific research including forensic science and
mental health; prepares expert witnesses; analyzes clients’ social history to create and
maintain life chronology documents; summarizes testimony and other documents, and
organizes and prepares exhibits for filing consistent with applicable laws and court rules. visits correspond and
converse with clients via telephone under the assigned attorney’s supervision. personal contacts
continuous contact with ospd attorneys, management staff, and other ospd employees, and
regular contact with clients (generally housed at either san quentin state prison or chowchilla
state prison), clerks of various county courts and the california supreme court, employees at
prison institutions where ospd clients are housed, and other government agencies. may also
include personal contact with witnesses and out-of-state public and government agencies. department website: http://www. department website: /
department logo
application instructions

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: until filled

who may apply
individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have sroa and/or surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). application packages may be submitted electronically through your calcareer account at www. 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:
office of the state public defender
attn: human resources -twanna moore
770 l street, suite 1000
sacramento, ca 95814

address for drop-off application packages

you may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
office of the state public defender
human resources -twanna moore
770 l street, suite 1000
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. resume is required and must be included. the request should be made at the time of
twanna. gov/
human resources


please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. eeo
denise. eeo

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. click on the link below to take the exam:
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. ability to: reason logically and accurately analyze situations; read effectively; prepare reports and summary sheets which set forth the statement of facts, applications of relevant law, and conclusions; read and understand statutes; prepare drafts of pleading; draft litigation discovery documents, such as interrogatories and motions; and work cooperatively with attorneys and members of the support staff. applicant information
name: calcareer id:
address:

phone:
job information
job control: jc-429201
classification: legal analyst
department: office of the state public defender
location: united states tenure/timebase: permanent fulltime
filing deadline: until filled
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