State of California
Lead Enforcement Attorney
State of California, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
The San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) is seeking a seasoned Lead Enforcement Attorney. Under the general direction of the General Counsel, the Lead Enforcement and Compliance Attorney spends a significant amount of their workday working closely with BCDC’s Enforcement and Compliance Manager, along with enforcement analysts and compliance officers to implement and support the Commission’s enforcement and compliance strategy, resolve current and past Bay-related permit violations, and develop and implement a proactive compliance program.
The Lead Enforcement Attorney also performs the full range of legal work related to the functions and operations of the Commission, including sensitive and complex legal work in connection with permitting, planning, and administration of the McAteer-Petris Act, the Suisun Marsh Preservation Act, the San Francisco Bay Plan, the Commission’s regulations, and other State and federal laws and regulations, along with other duties as assigned by the Chief Counsel.
If this sounds like the job for you, check out the duty statement for more information and apply today!
You will find additional information about the job in the
Duty Statement
. Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ATTORNEY III 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: Conducting administrative hearings or presenting matters to administrative or legislative bodies; litigation experience; knowledge of rules of evidence and procedure. Knowledge of administrative law; general principles of land use or environmental law and experience in their practical application; legal research methods. Defending or prosecuting administrative or judicial enforcement actions; negotiating consent decrees, administrative orders, and settlement agreements; assisting responsible parties with permit compliance and in implementing the terms of administrative or judicial orders or settlements. Knowledge of the statutes, including Government Code and Public Resources Code sections, and regulations administered and enforced by the Commission. Act in lead capacity to Legal and Enforcement staff and interface with attorneys from the State Attorneys General office to oversee litigation as directed. Present the staff’s position at administrative enforcement hearings and respond effectively to evidence submitted by and arguments made by alleged violators or their counsel. Develop strategies for effective resolution of enforcement actions; negotiate with permittees and/or their counsel effectively and professionally. Analyze legal principles and precedents and apply them to difficult and complex legal and administrative problems. Communicate effectively; work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and organizations, maintaining confidence and respect. Handle multiple high-profile priorities; communicate well verbally and in writing; work effectively under pressure. Collaborate with diverse individuals internally and externally to seek effective resolutions.
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Duty Statement
. Benefit information can be found on the
CalHR
website and the
CalPERS
website. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ATTORNEY III 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: Conducting administrative hearings or presenting matters to administrative or legislative bodies; litigation experience; knowledge of rules of evidence and procedure. Knowledge of administrative law; general principles of land use or environmental law and experience in their practical application; legal research methods. Defending or prosecuting administrative or judicial enforcement actions; negotiating consent decrees, administrative orders, and settlement agreements; assisting responsible parties with permit compliance and in implementing the terms of administrative or judicial orders or settlements. Knowledge of the statutes, including Government Code and Public Resources Code sections, and regulations administered and enforced by the Commission. Act in lead capacity to Legal and Enforcement staff and interface with attorneys from the State Attorneys General office to oversee litigation as directed. Present the staff’s position at administrative enforcement hearings and respond effectively to evidence submitted by and arguments made by alleged violators or their counsel. Develop strategies for effective resolution of enforcement actions; negotiate with permittees and/or their counsel effectively and professionally. Analyze legal principles and precedents and apply them to difficult and complex legal and administrative problems. Communicate effectively; work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and organizations, maintaining confidence and respect. Handle multiple high-profile priorities; communicate well verbally and in writing; work effectively under pressure. Collaborate with diverse individuals internally and externally to seek effective resolutions.
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