JOB BOARD

Marketing and Outreach Director

Full Time
EXEMPT
Reports to: Executive Director

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for the creative direction and strategy, branding, messaging, and day-to-day communications tactics for the San Diego County Bar Association (SDCBA), a 10,000+ member association for attorneys and the legal community, located in downtown San Diego. Responsibilities include development, oversight and implementation of the organization’s communications plan and marketing and public relations initiatives. Position is responsible for oversight of the communications team and coordination with other SDCBA departments on marketing and communications initiatives, including all marketing and content for the Association’s public-facing resources. Responsibilities also include oversight of all logistics for all SDCBA print and digital publications and development of all print and digital marketing and event materials. Responsible for ensuring consistency of look, feel, and tone of SDCBA brand across all platforms and publications. This role uses broad and targeted marketing tactics to promote the SDCBA, its programs and events, and its member benefits to the key audiences delineated in the SDCBA’s communications plan – SDCBA members, the San Diego business community, and the general public. Uses strong creative skills to give guidance to communications team on branding, advertising campaigns and marketing messages. This Director is part of the organization’s executive team.

FUNCTIONS/JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct Marketing:

Responsible for both broad-based and highly targeted marketing efforts to engage SDCBA members and promote the SDCBA brand
Develops and implements targeted and Association-wide marketing strategies and tactics to promote various SDCBA programs and events and member benefits
Develops print and electronic collateral material for the SDCBA both to promote the association and for all events
Develops annual advertising plan and negotiates ad buys for Lawyer Referral and Information Service. Responsible for reviewing analytics and other measurements of success and adjusting ad plan accordingly

Publications:

Oversees content development and provides editorial guidance for San Diego Lawyer Magazine based on the board’s strategic priorities and vision.
Oversees all production logistics, including advertising placements, printing and mailing.
Works with Advertising Sales consultant to ensure that ad projections meet or exceed budget.
Responsible for overseeing development and distribution of all publications.

Content Management:

Creates and administers content management plan for organization.
Solicits, curates, and oversees content for the SDCBA’s blog, website and social media platforms.
Reviews analytics and engagement to develop strategy.

Media relations:

Draft and distribute SDCBA press releases as needed
Create and distribute media alerts for SDCBA public programs (Coffee with Counsel, Wills for Heroes)
Serve as SDCBA representative to Bench-Bar-Media committee
Ensure SDCBA web online press room is up to date.
Point person for all media inquiries
Prep SDCBA leaders for media

Other:

Draft talking points/speeches for SDCBA leaders as needed.
Develop programs and “order of show” for all SDCBA signature events.
Serves as staff liaison to Superior Court’s Public Information Officer on issues impacting local court and SDCBA, coordinating media sources when needed regarding high-profile cases.
Serves as Communications liaison to all SDCBA leaders; Board, President, Executive Director
Responsible for Communications Department budget and allocating funds accordingly.
Ensuring sponsor contracts are upheld for events, publications and social media.
Stay current on trends in the legal profession, association best practices and news that may impact membership.

Qualifications:

BA degree in Communications/Publications or related field.
Minimum 8 years relevant marketing experience, with association or professional services experience highly preferred.
Experience in developing successful communications plans and effective strategies.
Ability to work within and lead a team; Supervisory experience required
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Strong project management and organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of magazine and book publishing.
Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization.
Excellent writing and editing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills; desktop publishing; excel, , etc.

# OF EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: Three

TRAVEL: Some travel for conferences and meetings may be required

HOURS: Full-time; Monday through Friday; 37 ½ hour workweek; Scheduled days and times may vary based on need

BENEFITS INCLUDE: Health, dental, retirement, and parking

TO APPLY: Please send cover letter and resume to: jepstein@sdcba.org

Posted 04/18/2019

Deputy City Attorney (Civil Litigation Division, General Litigation Unit)

Salary: $87,889.00 - $163,066.00 Annually

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Division: Civil Litigation

Closing: 5/3/2019 5:00 PM Pacific

To apply, click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandiegoattorney

Job Information

The Civil Litigation Division of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney in the General Litigation Unit. This position reports directly to the Chief Deputy City Attorney and is responsible for a broad range of duties including prosecuting or defending civil lawsuits in which the City is a party.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of litigation experience in municipal law and preparing cases for hearings and trials in all courts, or can otherwise demonstrate the skills necessary for this position. Experience with all pretrial phases of litigation including discovery, depositions of parties and experts, trial preparation, and strong research, legal writing and oral presentation skills will be considered for the position. Jury trial experience is highly desirable.

Attorneys who possess the requisite knowledge and experience may be interviewed upon request.

Examples of Duties

Duties for the General Litigation Unit position may include defending the City in the following types of cases:

Police false arrest and excessive force
Personal injury, property damage; dangerous condition
Motor vehicle accidents
Constitutional claims including legal challenges to City ordinances, resolutions and policies
Cases challenging the City's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Brown Act, and the California Public Records Act
Handling matters pertaining to writs
Preparing pleadings for trials, hearings, discovery and other legal proceedings
Representing the City and its officers and employees in their official capacities in trial
Perform other work as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be licensed to practice law in good standing in all courts in the State of California and if selected for the position, must promptly apply for admission to the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, if not already admitted to that court.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, current resume, and writing sample.

Attorneys in this position must be able to travel to locations outside the office for court hearings, depositions, or meetings; therefore, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and personal vehicle or other means to travel are required.

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background and reference checks. Employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process.

Supplemental Information

Compensation and Benefits:
The successful candidate will be eligible for participation in the City's Flexible Benefits Plan that offers several optional benefit plans or a taxable cash option; $50,000 in City-paid life insurance; paid annual leave accruing at 22 days per year for the 1st through the 15th year of service. For further information, please contact the Risk Management Department at (619) 236-6600. Retirement benefits differ for this unclassified position depending on the candidate's eligible status (new hire, rehire, etc.). For further information, visit Risk Management, Employee Benefits at www.sandiego.gov/riskmanagement. Some benefits currently offered to employees may be modified in the future. Salary is based on the Deputy City Attorney salary table and dependent on qualifications and level of relevant legal experience. For further salary information, visit www.sandiego.gov/cityattorney/recruitment/deputy

Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes that are applicable to this job, which may include but are not limited to the following: Proof of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review/exam (which may include drug/alcohol testing); reference checks; and a fingerprint check. The fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol, illegal drugs, including marijuana, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening/selection process may be cause for disqualification and/or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an expressed or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego.

Medical Evaluation:
A City medical examination including drug/alcohol screening and documentation of medical history may be conducted following a conditional offer of employment or promotion. The individual must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. The City of San Diego is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

How to Apply:
The San Diego City Attorney's Office only accepts online applications. To apply online, click the Position Title of any open job opportunity and then click the "Apply" link. If you need assistance, please click on our online employment application guide:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandiegoattorney/helpandsupport/applicationguide

To be considered for the position, submit a completed San Diego City Attorney employment application, required documents outlined in the job bulletin, and complete the supplemental questionnaire no later than the closing date. Following the closing date, resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to a departmental interview. This interview process may be used to fill future vacancies. The recruitment process for deputy city attorney positions involves the submission of written documents, interview(s), and, in certain cases, demonstration of specific writing and oral presentation skills. If you have any questions or concerns related to the recruitment process and the Americans with Disabilities Act, you may contact (619) 533-6181. The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace.

Agency San Diego City Attorney's Office

Address 1200 Third Avenue, Suite 1620, San Diego, California, 92101

Phone (619) 533-6181

Website https://www.sandiego.gov/cityattorney

Posted: 04/18/2019

Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment

The Office of the General Counsel at the University of California is recruiting for a Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment position.

This position provides substantial expertise in the labor and employment practice area, providing advice to a diverse client base for the University's 190,000 person workforce, including system-wide and campus human resources, academic personnel, compliance, and risk management staff. Services include handling and negotiating/mediating pre-litigated claims in the University's employment practices liability program; drafting, reviewing and revising a variety of documents involving the University's interest, such as policies, contracts, position statements, and advice memoranda; advising clients on a broad range of issues; conducting training; and overseeing administrative litigation, such as before the Public Employment Relations Board.

The position requires substantial knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws including the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Americans With Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act or the National Labor Relations Act, as well as privacy, First Amendment, and whistleblower issues. The position involves independently handling a full range of legal matters and projects in the labor and employment area, to include the most complex and that of substantial importance and impact; interpreting complex facts and the law in areas of high ambiguity; and, providing functional advice to clients regarding risk assessment and liability.

The position requires a J.D. from an accredited law school and a member, in good standing, of the California Bar Association, and eight or more years employment and/or labor law experience in a law firm, or in-house counsel for an academic institution, corporation or other entity, although exceptional experience with fewer years of practice will be considered.

By practicing OGC's established Values for Principles of Community, this position contributes to a workplace that is collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team. It also supports OGC's commitment to increasing and maintaining diversity in the legal profession.

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) delivers ethical, timely, efficient and high-quality legal services to the University of California ten campuses, five medical centers, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, as well as to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors and other officers of the University. Its services include prosecuting and defending litigation, drafting and negotiating agreements, providing advice, counsel, and interpretation of laws, regulations, and policies, and assisting with the development of effective compliance and risk mitigation strategies to facilitate the University's complex operations.

Quick link for more information and to apply: https://jobs.ucop.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=61685

Posted: 04/17/2019

Associate Attorney

Erickson Law Firm APC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our fast-paced expanding practice. A requirement of 4 plus years' of experience in education, employment, and/or labor law. Union or management labor negotiation experience a plus.

Excellent research, writing, and time-management skills required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, familiarity with public sector labor and employment practices, and excellent written/verbal communication skills a must. Responsibilities include advising and representing public education employers in all aspects of employment, labor, and administrative law matters.

Competitive salary and benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401k).

Please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Lvargas@ericksonlaw.com

Posted 04/16/2019

Sign Up for Office Hours with Public Rights Project 2018 Fellows

In 2018, David Ureña was accepted into the fellowship and placed in the Civil Rights Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office, while Callie Wilson was placed in the Community Lawyering & Civil Rights Unit of the Oakland City Attorney’s Office. During office hours, David and Callie will host a video conference to share their experiences with prospective candidates. It is important to note that this conference will not have any observation from the Public Rights Project Fellowship staff nor will it affect the selection process. Therefore, potential applicants are encouraged to utilize this opportunity to ask current fellows directly about how the Public Rights Project Fellowship has helped them to improve their legal skills, build upon their professional network and gain valuable experience working in public service.

To read more about David and Callie and sign up for office hours, please click here. We recommend that you join from a computer so that you can both view the slides and hear and participate in the audio. Office Hours will be held according to the following schedule:

Callie:
- Friday, April 12, 2019 9:30am – 10:30am (Pacific Time)
- Saturday, April 13, 2019 1pm – 2pm (Pacific Time)
- Friday, April 26, 2019 10:30am – 11:30am (Pacific Time)
David:
- Tuesday, April 23, 2019 11am – 12pm (Pacific Time)
- Tuesday, April 30, 2019 7am – 8am (Pacific Time)
- Wednesday, May 8, 2019 11am – 12pm (Pacific Time)

Interested attorneys can apply to the Public Rights Project Fellowship until May 15th, 2019. We would also appreciate your input about potential candidates for our Fellowship. If you know attorneys who have a passion for public service, you can nominate them online! Your name will not be revealed to the prospective candidates you nominate, but your input will help us get the word out to more potential fellows!

Posted 04/08/2019

Attorney General Positions

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking to fill attorney positions throughout the State of California. Below is a list of the most current Deputy Attorney General series vacancies. If you are interested in applying, please postmark your application on or before the deadline. You can review the job announcements for each vacancy by clicking on the hyperlinks under the “LINK” column.

# of positions	JOB TITLE	WILL CONSIDER	Division	SECTION	Location	Deadline	Link
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Employment & Admin Mandate	Oakland	4/5/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Civil	Business & Tax Section	Oakland	4/19/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	Fresno	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Civil	Health, Education, and Welfare	Fresno	4/10/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Public Rights	Consumer Law Section	Los Angeles	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	Los Angeles	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Civil	Health, Education, and Welfare	Los Angeles	4/10/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Civil	Licensing Section	Los Angeles	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Public Rights	Charitable Trusts Section	Los Angeles	4/15/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Criminal	Fraud & Special Prosecutions	Sacramento	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	San Diego	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Public Rights	Consumer Law Section	San Diego	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Public Rights	Indian & Gaming Law	San Diego	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	San Diego	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	San Francisco	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW
2	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Civil	Correctional Law	San Francisco	4/22/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG & DAG IV	Public Rights	Consumer Law Section	San Francisco	4/12/2019	APPLY NOW
1	Deputy Attorney General III	DAG IV	Civil	Health Quality Enforcement	San Francisco	4/17/2019	APPLY NOW

For Deputy Attorney General III positions, please ensure you complete the online training and experience questionnaire in order to establish eligibility before applying.

You can access the questionnaire HERE.

For Deputy Attorney General positions, you can access the exam bulletin HERE.

Posted 04/05/2019

Deputy City Attorney – General & Complex Litigation Division (Defense)

The Oakland City Attorney’s Office seeks a well-qualified individual for a Deputy City Attorney II or Deputy City Attorney III position in the General & Complex Litigation Division (Defense). Significant litigation experience including writ and appellate experience is desirable, with placement depending on experience.

The Oakland City Attorney’s Office is a dynamic, innovative and award-winning municipal law practice working to protect and advance the rights and interests of Oakland residents.

Typical duties of a Deputy City Attorney in the Office’s Litigation Division may include:

· Performing legal research, interpreting and applying laws and court decisions.

· Handling matters pertaining to writs.

· Appearing in court to present, argue and try cases.

· Preparing pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings, discovery and other legal proceedings.

· Reviewing and evaluating case files and making decisions regarding proper disposition.

· Studying, interpreting and applying laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases, opinions and briefs.

· Performing relevant legal research.

· Overseeing outside counsel.

· Skillfully and professionally presenting legal advice to attorneys and lay people and defending legal analyses.

For more information and directions on how to apply, go to: https://www.oaklandcityattorney.org/AboutUs/job_ops.html

Posted 03/26/2019

Deputy City Attorney, Law & Motion Unit

The Oakland City Attorney's Office seeks a well-qualified individual with significant law and motion and appellate experience for the position of Deputy City Attorney III or Deputy City Attorney IV, depending on experience.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following: performing legal research; appearing in court to present, argue and try cases; preparing pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings, discovery and other legal proceedings, and; skillfully and professionally presenting legal advice to attorneys and lay people and defending legal analyses.

Please distribute this announcement to your members or any other qualified candidates.

For more information and a full application, go to: https://www.oaklandcityattorney.org/AboutUs/job_ops.html

Posted 03/25/2019

Associate Attorney

House Counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies is seeking an attorney with 7 plus years of insurance defense experience for our San Diego office.

We provide a congenial work environment with a manageable caseload, skilled support staff, and no billable hour requirement. Must possess excellent writing skills and solid academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school, and be licensed to practice in California. Jury trial experience desired.

Competitive salary and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and a retirement plan. Please include salary requirements in your application.

Apply to State Farm.com/careers

Posted 03/25/2019

_{Deputy City Attorney (Criminal Division, General Trial Unit)}

Salary - Depends on Qualifications

Location -San Diego, CA

Job Type - Full-time

Division - Criminal

Job Number - 2019-00007

Closing - 4/26/2019 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Information

The Criminal Division of the San Diego City Attorney's Office is seeking applications from attorneys who are interested in a position as a Deputy City Attorney. Our deputies prepare and prosecute misdemeanor criminal cases in the City of San Diego by handling a variety of motions, misdemeanor jury trials, and conducting legal research. Strong preference will be given to applicants with significant courtroom experience who have tried numerous cases to jury verdict, but other experience levels will be considered. These are entry-level positions; those hired will be assigned initially as prosecutors in our General Trial Unit.
Ideal Candidates will have:

1+ years of criminal law experience as a prosecutorial agency, which may include work as an intern, law clerk, or volunteer attorney;
Strong criminal justice background;
Strong legal writing and oral presentation skills; and
Exceptional organizational skills.
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.

Examples of Duties

Provide effective prosecution of misdemeanors and infractions occurring within the City.
Evaluate cases for legal sufficiency and constitutional compliance; review and file cases.
Prepare and subpoena witnesses; prepare discovery responses; negotiate cases.
Represent the People of the State of California in pre-trial, trial, post-trial, and appellate matters.
Independently manage a caseload.
Draft complaints, briefs, motions, and other legal documents as required.
Coordinate follow-up investigations by City Attorney investigators, law enforcement personnel, and regulatory agency personnel.
Assist in preparing and reviewing administrative and criminal search warrants.
Present opening statements.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California at the time of hiring. Applicant must possess a J.D. degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, unofficial law school transcript, and current resume.

Attorneys in this position must be able to travel to locations outside the office for court hearings, depositions, or meetings; therefore, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and personal vehicle or other means to travel are required. Successful applicants must pass a criminal background and reference checks. Employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process.

Supplemental Information

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Posted 03/20/2019