Attorney I (JO# 6607)
Judicial Council of CaliforniaHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- Juris Doctor degree.
- Two years of post-bar legal experience as a practicing attorney.
- Current active membership with the State Bar of California.
- Experience working with judicial officers or courts.
- Strong knowledge of California law and legal updates.
- Demonstrated knowledge of criminal law and procedure in California.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Teaching experience or experience drafting instructional materials.
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision benefits program.
- 14 paid holidays per calendar year.
- Choice of Annual Leave or Sick/Vacation Leave.
- 1 personal holiday per year.
- Up to $130 per month reimbursement for qualifying commuting costs.
- CalPERS Retirement Plan.
- 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- FlexElect Program.
- Pretax Parking.
- Long Term Disability Program (employee paid/optional).
- Group Legal Plan (employee paid/optional).
The Judicial Council of California is the policymaking body for California's judicial branch, the largest court system in the United States. The 28-member body is responsible for improving the statewide administration of justice in the California courts. Under the leadership of the Chief Justice and in accordance with the California Constitution, the Judicial Council: * Establishes direction and set priorities for the continual improvement of the court system; * Promulgates rules of court administration, practice, and procedure; * Sponsors and takes positions on legislation that affects the California judicial system; * Allocates the judicial branch budget; and * Responds to legislative mandates. The Judicial Council has a staff of about 800 people located in San Francisco and Sacramento.