Chief Counsel

"Pending CalHR Approval"

Under the broad direction of the Principal Deputy Executive Officer, the Chief Counsel plans, organizes, and directs the work of the Legal Office staff and manages the oversight of the Enforcement Division; provides legal advice to the Board and staff; formulates policy recommendations to the Board and Executive Officer; acts as a member of the Executive leadership team along with the Deputy Executive Officers; to advise and drive progress on organizational matters, including addressing organizational risks and budgetary issues; identifies issues, formulates policy, and develops legal strategies to best meet program objectives; and reviews and assists in the development of budgetary actions, regulations, and legislation.

The Chief Counsel coordinates, plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Legal Office staff involved in legal analysis, interpretation, representation, strategy development, and enforcement actions in support of CARB’s programs; assigns, organizes and supervises the preparation of legal opinions, hearing notices, regulations, staff reports, and correspondence; reviews legal opinions and advice for sufficiency and consistency; provides coordination between legal and program staff; supervises the Enforcement Division and advises on enforcement actions; provides legal advice to the Board and staff; coordinates legal advice with the CalEPA Office of the Secretary; develops regulations and proposals for legislation; develops cases for litigation (both as plaintiff and defendant) with its counsel at the Office of the Attorney General; develops legal strategies; acts as a liaison with the Office of the Attorney General and legal offices of other State and local agencies; attends Board meetings, hearings, and executive sessions; participates in negotiations with the Legislature and other public agencies; represents the Board in legal matters; provides legal information to stakeholders and interested parties; serves as a member of the Executive Office team along with the Deputy Executive Officers; develops and implements policy related to enforcement, legislation, and regulations.

The Chief Counsel advises and assists in internal employee actions, complaints, investigations, and claims; meets with representatives, attorneys, and staff involved; reviews proposed actions; advises on proposed settlements, and other related work.

Must be an active member in good standing of the California State Bar.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Minimum of two days a week in the office.