Job Description and Duties Under the Direction of the Assistant Deputy Director and under functional guidance of the Deputy Director for the Division of Legislative Affairs (Division), the Legislative Manager reviews, edits, and approves legislative, and policy analyses, performs various other analytical and research assignments on issues of interest to the Department, and plans, organizes, and directs projects and day-to-day work of the Division staff.
In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.
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Working Conditions Hybrid telework is available.
Special Requirements Conflict of Interest (COI) This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1, and within 30 days of leaving office.
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:
Self-motivated individual with strong writing and analytical skills, an ability to translate complex issues into layperson's terms, and knowledge of the Department's licensing programs and consumer issues. In addition, the successful applicant should be team-oriented, demonstrate discretion with confidential information, and be able to work independently and meet firm deadlines. Knowledge of the legislative process is preferred.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Additional Instructions If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification (), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts.
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method for applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.
Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678).
Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.
Multiple positions may become available.
Electronic Submission: Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through CalCareers account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as state on the job vacancy announcement.
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Hand Delivery: Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.
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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. Other - Cover Letter - A cover letter is required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - Please provide a statement of qualifications, in addition to all other required application documents. This statement should use no smaller than 12 point size font and be no longer than three pages. Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered for an interview. For the Statement of Qualifications, please address each of the following, separately:
1. Please explain your background and experience related to managing a team, whether in an official or unofficial capacity, including discussion of any of the following: training staff, team building, working remotely with a team, workload distribution, and discipline.
2. Describe your experience in working with executive level staff including: developing proposals, making recommendations, and implementing policy changes.
3. Describe a time when you were involved in sensitive complex negotiations involving multiple stakeholders, your role in that process, and the outcome.
