Job Posting: Attorney IV - Central Office

Prison Industry Authority

JC-477224
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Attorney IV - Central Office
ATTORNEY IV

$11,644.00 - $15,627.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/27/2025

Job Description and Duties

Current State employees who do not meet the minimum qualifications for this classification may apply for this vacancy as a Training and Development assignment.

This position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule. The physical reporting location for this position is close to historic Folsom, eateries, shopping, walking trails, and offers free parking! This position is not located inside of a prison.


Start your CAREER and be a part of a team that reduces recidivism, increases prison safety, and enhances public safety by providing incarcerated individuals with productive work and training opportunities.   

 

When joining state service in a full-time position, in your first 12 months you will earn a MINIMUM of 156 PAID leave hours; have 11 paid/observed holidays; be eligible for health, dental and vision benefits for you AND your family and earn CalPERS retirement!

Under general direction of the Chief Counsel, the Attorney IV provides comprehensive, senior-level legal support and counsel to the Prison Industry Board (PIB), CALPIA, CALPIA’s General Manager and Executive Staff, and CALPIA’s various programs and operations on a variety of legal issues, such as constitutional, public contracting, employment and labor, workplace safety and health, privacy, and administrative law. The incumbent serves as the lead attorney for CALPIA in administrative hearings and assists less experienced attorneys and legal staff. The Attorney IV must be able to independently perform complex, novel, and sensitive legal work with broad discretion and minimal supervision under pressure. The incumbent must also develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with clients, colleagues, public, and stakeholders as well as act with a high ethical standard. Travel may be required to different court locations, client meetings, or work -related events.

You are encouraged to apply for this position if interested, then, to attain list eligibility, you must take the ATTORNEY IV exam located at the link below.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1581

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-477224
Position #(s):
063-022-5780-001
Working Title:
Attorney IV - Central Office
Classification:
ATTORNEY IV
$11,644.00 - $15,627.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

Federal Workers, California Welcomes You!

 

Work for California

 

 

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) is a self-supporting state agency that provides productive work opportunities and job skills to incarcerated individuals to reduce recidivism and increase public and prison safety.

 

California Prison Industry Authority Recruitment Video

California Prison Industry Authority Recruitment Video (Spanish)


In the event of a medical state of emergency CALPIA will follow Public Health Orders issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and issue departmental directives which may include guidance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and California Correctional Healthcare Services.

 

Watch this success story to see how jobs with CALPIA contribute the success of incarcerated individuals and reducing the recidivism rates.
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Department Website: https://www.calpia.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
  • The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Upon a conditional job offer, the selected candidate will be required to clear live scan, a tuberculous (TB) test, and physical (if applicable).

 

This position is subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing pursuant to 2 CCR § 599.960.

 

Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with hours worked, dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Please indicate the classification, Job Control Number (JC) and position number in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section of your application, failure to provide this information may result in elimination from the hiring process. Resumes are welcome but do not take place of the STD 678. Incomplete applications received may not be considered.

 

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Employees new to CALPIA will be required to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) prior to starting work within an institution or Central Office. NEO is 4.5 days (36 hours) and will be conducted at the Green Valley Training Center in Folsom, CA. New employees traveling 50 miles or more from their home address or headquarters location to attend NEO will receive a travel advance sufficient for meals, incidentals, and travel accommodations for the duration of NEO. Any questions or concerns regarding NEO training can be addressed during the interview process.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/27/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Prison Industry Authority
Primary Cert Contact
Attn: Human Resources
560 E Natoma Street
Folsom, CA 95630

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Prison Industry Authority
Primary Cert Contact
Human Resources
560 E Natoma Street
Folsom, CA 95630
Drop off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Other -

    The position(s) require(s) a valid Class C California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Upload a copy of your CDL (front and back).  Your CDL file must be in a .doc or .pdf format.

  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Each candidate must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responding to the prompt below. This SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed, no more than 3 pages, single-spaced, using Arial, 12-point font. SOQ must be submitted in PDF format. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. You will not be considered for this position unless the requested Statement of Qualifications is received with your State Application (STD 678).

     

    Please respond to the following prompt:

     

    After reviewing the attached duty statement, please describe in detail how your education and experience qualifies you to perform the duties associated with this position.

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:

Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.

  • Experience working as a licensed attorney in the public law or private sectors
  • Experience Working in trials or administrative hearings
  • Volunteer Community Service Experience

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.calpia.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 358-1202
Careers@calpia.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 597-6215
EEO@calpia.ca.gov
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.

Additional Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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