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Job Description
LEGAL SECRETARY
Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
JC-521969
•LEGAL
SECRETARY
LEGAL
SECRETARY
$4,371.00•$5,748.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
7/7/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA), Employment Advocacy and Prosecution Team (EAPT) assists in investigations into employee misconduct, advises on disciplinary decisions, and pursues disciplinary actions on behalf of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). In addition, EAPT litigates appeals to the State Personnel Board (SPB), requests to file charges with the SPB, or whistleblower complaints before the SPB, and defending or prosecuting petitions for writs of administrative mandamus before the superior and appellate courts. Under the general direction of the Supervisor I, Legal Support Unit B, the Legal Secretary is responsible for providing administrative legal support to staff counsel litigating a variety of legal disputes in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies. The incumbent will perform complex clerical work and coordinate court-related services with instructions using modern office technology and equipment, including word processing, legal applications, and automated systems in legal support. This position requires knowledge of legal procedures, technical legal terms, legal forms and documents, the judicial process, proper formatting of state and federal citations, court rules and requirements, legal resources from traditional library references and software applications. The incumbent will be required to demonstrate effective oral and written communication, use Business English, utilize good judgment, and have familiarity with file maintenance. This advertisement is for a Legal Secretary position located at Headquartes in Rancho Cucamonga. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-400-1282-010. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. Human Resources Technology System
CDCR Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress.
Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.com or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4016.
CDCR/CCHCS
employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.
Note:
Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget.
PLP 2025
requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of
PLP 2025
leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. See Essential Functions attached to the . You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The Office of Legal Affairs provides a secure access facility with complimentary parking and is located in San Bernardino County and is situated in Rancho Cucamonga, within the 91730-zip code. On occasion, travel may be required (e.g., local and overnight travel to EAPT field offices in Sacramento and Bakersfield) to departmental work locations and field offices, as necessary. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule after the probationary period ends and for employees who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely. Specific telework schedules may be discussed further during the interview process. Telework is only available to residents of California. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
$4,371.00•$5,473.00 A
$4,591.00•$5,748.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
San Bernardino County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM•5:00 PM
Work Week:
Monday•Friday Department Information Vision
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. Commitment
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES•National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to
CDCR/CCHCS
are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS
utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to Home | E-Verify. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
