California Public Utilities Commission
Administrative Law Judge Division – Intervenor Compensation Program
505 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94102
Interested candidates must submit an ONLINE JOB APPLICATION along with a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
If you need assistance completing the application, you may ask the Human Resources staff, or e-mail pucjobop@cpuc.ca.gov or call (855) 663-0222.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jacqueline Dandridge at (415) 703-1793 or jd2@cpuc.ca.gov.
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) shall be in 12 pt., Times New Roman font and not to exceed four (4) typewritten pages. Beyond the page limit and font size stated above, the format and organization of the information presented in the SOQ is at the discretion of the candidate.
The SOQ should include a detailed explanation relating to each of the Required Experience/ Qualifications bullets below in order to allow a reviewer to easily discern the candidate’s knowledge, experiences and abilities. Each candidate’s SOQ will be rated on their written communication skills, as well as the content of the abilities and experiences presented using standardized rating criteria to select the most qualified candidate for the position. In the event there is more than one highly qualified candidate, hiring interviews will be conducted.
Please observe the page limit. If a candidate’s SOQ exceeds the four-page limit, only the first four pages will be evaluated. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ with their application will not be given further consideration.
Please note that all information provided is subject to verification. For each of the topic areas in the SOQ, please include the name(s) and phone number(s) of supervisor(s) and/or manager(s) who are knowledgeable about your work and may be contacted for verification.
WHO MAY APPLY:
Applicants eligible for lateral transfer (defined in SPB Rules 430-433*), list appointment, voluntary demotion, reinstatement, or other State Civil Service eligibility under SPB rules will be considered. To become “list eligible” for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam. Those applicants currently on an SROA list or employed by a surplus department in a specific classification designated as surplus will be given primary consideration.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) currently administers the Legal Analyst examination on a continuous basis. You may apply and take the exam online at http://ag.ca.gov/careers/bulletins/pdf/cnt_legal_analyst.pdf
To be considered for this position, you must be list eligible no later than April 26, 2013.
*Copies of SPB Rules 430-433 are available in the Human Resources Office.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under general supervision of the Chief Administrative Law Judge, an Assistant Chief Administrative Law Judge, or the assigned ALJ, the Legal Analyst investigates and analyzes facts and documents in connection with administrative litigation; coordinates scheduling of witnesses and attorneys; prepares exhibits books; conducts legal research on issues and prior Commission and court decisions; drafts portions of rulings and decisions; and assists with the coordination of the alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and intervenor compensation programs to ensure statutory compliance; Assists assigned ALJ’s with preparation of intervenor compensation rulings and decisions within statutory deadlines; and develops and updates procedures, templates, reports and other documents used to administer the intervenor compensation program. In addition, the Legal Analyst assists with implementation of programs mandated by the Commission or Legislature regarding the administrative hearing process; develops complex database programs; and develops training materials related to implementation of new procedures and programs.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate selected for the position should have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:
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Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to use good judgment when analyzing data and situations, draw sound conclusions, and take effective action.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with individuals at different levels.
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Demonstrated ability to prepare reports and factual summary sheets which set forth the statement of facts.
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Experience performing research such as legislative history and case law with computerized legal research services, such as Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw.
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Ability to handle multiple assignments with accuracy, to organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines and to work effectively independently or in a team environment.
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Ability to work in a fast paced, challenging work environment requiring quick turnaround to meet statutory deadlines.
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Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and positive working relationships with all levels of staff and management throughout the Commission, and to establish positive working relationships with intervenors.
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Ability to analyze compensation requests and to apply statutory requirements in such analysis.
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Knowledge of and ability to interpret Commission laws and regulations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.