Special Prosecutions Section - Senior Legal Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Performs technically complex paralegal duties for criminal cases handled by the Special Prosecutions Section, including various forms of fraud, AB 1506 officer-involved fatal shooting incidents, multi-jurisdictional organized retail theft, tax evasion and underground economy violations, human trafficking and political corruption. The Senior Legal Analyst is expected to help review, organize and catalogue large numbers of documents seized as evidence; obtain reports and information from government agencies and witnesses; prepare documents for inclusion in digital databases and organize and manage such evidence; review, redact and prepare records and recordings for prosecution and discovery; draft pleadings and legal forms; maintain communication with victims of crime; prepare exhibits for trials and hearings; subpoena and arrange travel for witnesses; prepare jury instructions; assist in preparing witnesses for testimony in court; and perform legal research on substantive and procedural criminal issues. The position is expected to travel to and be present at distant trials and hearings to coordinate witnesses and aid in the presentation of evidence at trial. Work may be required at multiagency task force locations, including TRUE (Tax Recovery and Underground Economy) and at Department of Justice offices throughout the state. The Senior Legal Analyst is expected to be flexible in conforming these duties to the particular needs of the cases and projects to which the analyst is assigned and independently perform the assigned tasks skillfully, professionally, courteously and efficiently and to exercise initiative and excellent judgment.

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Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required.

• Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-485403) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Applying" section

• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

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 federal and state court procedures, records and organization; legal research and writing skills; good oral communication skills; ability to create good rapport with court, departmental staff and public; strong organizational skills; ability and willingness to work under time and workload pressures; initiative and creativity in designing new programs and methods of organization; familiarity with audio and video recording formats; knowledge of or ability to learn computer skills and advanced technology in the areas of legal workload management, data handling, and courtroom presentation

Benefits

For information regarding available employee benefits, please visit the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary page on the California Department of Human Resources’ website at:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON APPLICATION FILING:

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.
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