Office of Chief Trial Counsel
Annual Salary Range for Investigator I: $79,621 - $106,159
Annual Salary Range for Investigator II: $87,582 - $116,755
FLSA Non-Exempt / Union Represented
This position allows for up to four days of remote work per week.
About the Office
The Office of Chief Trial Counsel (OCTC) is the enforcement arm of the attorney discipline system. OCTC handles intake, investigation, and prosecution in State Bar Court of allegations that attorneys have violated the State Bar Act or the Rules of Professional Conduct. The office also receives, reviews, and investigates complaints alleging unauthorized practice of law by non-attorneys.
The Ideal Candidate
Do you have an interest in protecting the public from the improper or unethical actions of some attorneys? Do you have the experience, tact, and professional demeanor to investigate allegations of attorney misconduct or allegations of the unauthorized practice of law by non-attorneys? Can you be fair and impartial in your investigations?
If you answered "yes" to these questions, OCTC invites you to apply to become a member of our team as an Investigator. Investigators prepare investigation plans, interview witnesses, contact the attorney complained against, issue subpoenas and collect evidence, conduct fieldwork, testify in court, and interact with other agencies in furtherance of State Bar objectives. This hybrid role allows for up to four days of remote work per week.
About this Recruitment
The Office of Chief Trial Counsel is seeking to fill at either the Investigator I or Investigator II level. After completion of the selection process, an offer will be extended to the selected candidate at the level that is commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
Definition
Investigator I
Under general supervision, an Investigator I investigates and reviews public, court and other party complaints or reports. In addition, an Investigator I determines what evidence is needed to support the allegations, collects evidence, and interviews witnesses to determine the appropriate course of action. Investigator Is work with Investigator IIs, IIIs, and attorneys to determine the means and approach of the investigation.
Investigator II
Under general direction, an Investigator IIs investigates and reviews routine, complex, or unique public, court and other party complaints. Investigator IIs work in tandem with other investigators as well as attorneys who serve as their legal advisors during the investigative process. An Investigator II may mentor and train an Investigator I; and may work under the direction of an Investigator III.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Investigator I is the entry-level classification in the Investigator classification series. Incumbents work under more direct supervision and are typically assigned to less complex cases. An incumbent is paired with an Investigator II or III who serves as his or her mentor and provides direction, guidance, and training. Investigator Is report to a Supervising Attorney.
Investigator II is an experienced, journey-level classification responsible for performing the full range of duties related to the investigation of complaints made against attorneys. Work is performed with considerable latitude and independent judgement.
The Investigator II classification is distinguished form the Investigator I classification by the incumbent's ability to independently investigate both routine and complex cases, and the capacity to serve as a mentor to Investigator Is. investigator II's typically report to a Supervising Attorney.
Examples of Essential Duties
Investigator I duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Investigator II duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Employment Standards
Knowledge of:
Investigator I
Investigator II
Ability to:
Investigator I
Investigator II
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Investigator I
Investigator II
Experience:
Investigator I
Investigator II
License, Certificate, Registration Requirements
Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be required to successfully complete the State Bar’s selection process for this classification.
About the State Bar
The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions of licensing, regulation, and discipline of attorneys; the advancement of the ethical and competent practice of law; and support of efforts for greater access to, and inclusion in, the legal system.
Our Values
Clarity | Investing in Our People | Excellence | Respect | Growth Mindset
DEI Statement
We are a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all of our employees and prospective employees experience fairness, dignity, and respect.
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