Chief Deputy Counsel

Chief Deputy Counsel - Litigation - Promotional Join to apply for the Chief Deputy Counsel - Litigation - Promotional role at Sonoma County Public Infrastructure Position Information This recruitment is promotional only. You must presently be a full or part-time regular or probationary County of Sonoma, Community Development Commission, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, or Sonoma County Water Agency employee in order to apply for this position. The County Counsel Department (CNS) has requested a department promotional certification to fill a Chief Deputy Counsel - Litigation position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary County Counsel Department employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time or part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list. The Civil Service title of this position is Chief Deputy County Counsel. As the Chief Deputy Counsel - Litigation, you will report to the Assistant County Counsel and function as the Litigation Practice Group's Division Chief. The Chief Deputy Counsel Litigation exercises a high degree of independent judgment and discretion in supervising litigation staff, including assigning and prioritizing work, evaluating performance, providing mentorship and corrective guidance, and making recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, and professional development. Additionally, the Chief Deputy Counsel Litigation is responsible for administering and overseeing all litigation involving the County of Sonoma and its affiliated entities, with the exception of land use litigation. The Litigation Practice Group Advises The Following Departments District Attorney Human Resources, including Risk Management Probation Public Defender Sheriff's Office The ideal Chief Deputy Counsel - Litigation candidate should be familiar with all aspects of legal services in connection with trial and appellate litigation in state and federal courts, including coordination with outside counsel, administrative hearings, labor advice, ordinance enactments and policy adoptions, employee discipline, discrimination and disability issues, and general counsel advice. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, five years of responsible legal experience with emphasis on practicing civil law as a licensed attorney, at least two years of which should be at the level of Deputy County Counsel IV. Coursework, training, or supervisory and administrative experience in a public agency law office is highly desirable. License: Current active membership in the State Bar of California. Possession of a valid drivers license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending on assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. The position advertised on this announcement does not require possession of a valid California Drivers License. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Extensive knowledge of: interpretation and application of the law as it relates to a general law county government; legal research methods and judicial procedures; the principles and application of civil law; the statutory and constitutional laws of the State of California. Thorough knowledge of: organization, powers, and limitations of local government functions; trial and hearing procedures, and rules of evidence. Considerable knowledge of: modern public personnel and finance administration; effective supervisory techniques; written and oral communications, including language mechanics, syntax and English composition. Ability to: analyze and present legal considerations related to the policies, programs and operations of the County; further County policies, programs and operations through creative interpretation and application of the law; assist in the management of a government law office, and to administer the office budget; explain complex principles to lay County officers in simple concise written and oral form; research, analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedence to complex legal problems; orient, train, supervise and evaluate subordinate legal and office support staff; consistently prepare and present statements of law, fact and argument clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form, including the most complex legal matters; effectively communicate an understanding of the legal aspects of affirmative action to lay County officers and employees; establish and maintain effective relationships with fellow staff members, departmental representatives, County officials, members of advisory and policy-making bodies, legislative representatives, the courts, and the public; understand and accept differences in human behavior and cultural and ethnic backgrounds; analyze and draft ordinances and other regulations. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma for more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. How To Apply Applications are accepted online at . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be received by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Legal #J-18808-Ljbffr