Work at Civil Rights Department
The Civil Rights Department offers rewarding career opportunities. Becoming a member of the Department means that you are joining a family of dedicated, hardworking people responsible for protecting Californians from discrimination, hate violence, and human trafficking.
Current Openings
The CRD is recruiting for the following position(s):
| Description | Location | Final Filing Date | Additional Information |
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| Analyst III The incumbent performs a variety of tasks under general direction of the Supervisor I or District Administrator (Supervisor II) and may also receive direction from the Administrator II (Manager II) or Deputy Directors. The Analyst III provides professional, qualify service and accurate information of more varied complexity to the public by accepting, gathering, and analyzing investigative data, and investigating and resolving complaints of unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations, and from hate violence and human trafficking. This is the nonsupervisory, technical specialist position. | Bakersfield/ Fresno/ Los Angeles/Oakland/ Riverside/Sacramento | January 23, 2025 | Duty Statement More Info: To obtain list eligibility, please take the Analyst III Exam |
| Analyst II Under the direction of the Supervisor I, the Analyst II independently performs analytical work in the administration of the Department’s personnel management programs, including but not limited to classification and pay, hiring assistance, recruitment, allocations, reporting structures, position justifications, position control, and complex or special projects pertaining to Human Resources (HR). Serves as a point of contact and liaison between assigned CRD directorates and HR. Independently analyzes issues and reasons logically and creatively, develops a course of action, and makes recommendations to meet customer needs while performing a variety of human resources responsibilities. The Analyst II will also support and promote a positive work environment and productive relationships with all staff ethically and professionally. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Work closely with all levels of CRD management; provide consultation on various personnel-related subjects. Attends a variety of staff meetings and training classes and may be called upon to serve as a lead, train, present, and perform other job-related duties. Interprets and explains civil service law, rules, and procedures. Research specific areas of public personnel management; represent the agency at meetings and conferences; study various personnel operating procedures; prepare reports, manuals, articles, and correspondence. This position is hybrid and will require in office days to be established with your supervisor in accordance with Department policy. Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded. | Sacramento | January 26, 2025 | Duty Statement More Info: To obtain list eligibility, please take the Analyst II Exam |
| Attorney -Under direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel supports the General Counsel in the successful implementation of the administrative and operational functions of the Legal Division | Bakersfield/ Sacramento/ Fresno/Los Angeles/Oakland/ Riverside | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
| Attorney III Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of the Dispute Resolution Division, with minimal review and substantial authority, an Attorney III facilitates communication between complainants and respondents to discuss their dispute and reach a mutually agreeable resolution. An Attorney III in the Dispute Resolution Division works as a mediator with minimum supervision, broad discretion, prudence, and independence, is expected to have a commanding understanding of the laws the Department enforces. | Statewide | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: To obtain list eligibility, please take the Attorney III Exam |
| Attorney Mediator Under the direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel of the Dispute Resolution Division, with some review and authority, the Attorney facilitates communications between complainants and respondents to discuss their dispute and reach a mutually agreeable resolution. An Attorney in the Dispute Resolution Division works as a mediator with supervision and is expected to have a commanding understanding of the laws the Department enforces. | Statewide | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: To obtain list eligibility, please take the Attorney Exam |
| This is a continuous, year long job posting with the following quarterly cutoff dates: January 15 April 15 July 15 October 15 Candidates must have eligibility and submit applications in each quarter by the cutoff date in order to be considered for that round of recruitment Associate Governmental Program Analyst (will consider Staff Services Analyst)opens in a new window - Associate Governmental Program Analyst (will consider Staff Services Analyst)opens in a new window. | Enforcement - Employment Team 1 Office Locations: Bakersfield, Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Riverside and Sacramento | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
| This is a continuous, year long job posting with the following quarterly cutoff dates: January 15 April 15 July 15 October 15 Candidates must have eligibility and submit applications in each quarter by the cutoff date in order to be considered for that round of recruitment. Associate Governmental Program Analyst (will consider Staff Services Analyst) - The incumbent performs a variety of tasks under the general supervision of the Staff Services Manager I. The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) provides professional, quality service and accurate information to the public by accepting, investigating, and resolving the more varied and complex complaints of housing discrimination, denial of services by a public accommodation, and acts of hate violence under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Ralph Civil Rights Act and the Unruh Civil Rights Act. | Enforcement - Employment Team 2 Office Locations: Bakersfield, Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Riverside and Sacramento | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
| This is a continuous, year long job posting with the following quarterly cutoff dates: January 15 April 15 July 15 October 15 Candidates must have eligibility and submit applications in each quarter by the cutoff date in order to be considered for that round of recruitment. Associate Governmental Program Analyst - The incumbent performs a variety of tasks under the general supervision of the Staff Services Manager I. The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) provides professional, quality service and accurate information to the public by accepting, investigating, and resolving the more varied and complex complaints of housing discrimination, denial of services by a public accommodation, and acts of hate violence under the Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Ralph Civil Rights Act and the Unruh Civil Rights Act. This is a full journey level position. | Enforcement – Housing Unit Office Locations: Los Angeles, Riverside, or Sacramento | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
| This is a continuous, year long job posting with the following quarterly cutoff dates: January 15 April 15 July 15 October 15 Candidates must have eligibility and submit applications in each quarter by the cutoff date in order to be considered for that round of recruitment. Analyst ll (will consider Analyst l) Formerly AGPA/SSA -The incumbent performs a variety of tasks under the general supervision of the Supervisor I. The Analyst II provides professional, quality service and accurate information to the public by accepting, investigating, and resolving the more varied and complex complaints of the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Unruh Civil Rights, Disabled Persons Act, GC11135, and the Ralph Civil Rights Act (aka Hate Crimes). This is a full journey level position. | Enforcement - Employment Team 1 Office Locations: Bakersfield, Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Riverside and Sacramento | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
| This is a continuous, year long job posting with the following quarterly cutoff dates: January 15 April 15 July 15 October 15 Candidates must have eligibility and submit applications in each quarter by the cutoff date in order to be considered for that round of recruitment. Analyst ll (will consider Analyst l) Formerly AGPA/SSA -The incumbent performs a variety of tasks under the general supervision of the Supervisor I. The Analyst II provides professional, quality service and accurate information to the public by accepting, investigating, and resolving the more varied and complex complaints of the Fair Employment and Housing Act, Unruh Civil Rights, Disabled Persons Act, GC11135, and the Ralph Civil Rights Act (aka Hate Crimes). This is a full journey level position. | Enforcement - Employment Team 2 Office Locations: Bakersfield, Fresno, Los Angeles, Oakland, Riverside and Sacramento | Until Filled | Duty Statement More Info: |
How to Apply
To compete for a job opening at CRD, new candidates need to take the following steps:
- Identify classifications for which you are qualified, take and pass an examination and be reachable on a current employment eligibility list.
- Once your examination status is secure, identify and apply for vacant positions within that classification at CRD, following all instructions outline in the job posting, including State of California Application Form (STD 678), resume, statement of qualifications, etc., as requested.
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Submit your application either online by creating an online CalHR profile (https://jobs.ca.gov), or by mailing your materials to:
Civil Rights Department
Attn: Human Resources Office
651 Bannon Street, Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95811 - The most qualified candidates will be interviewed in one of our State offices by CRD staff. Final filing dates may be extended or positions re-advertised if vacancies are not filled.
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Current Examinations
Examinations Open to the Public and State Employees
Promotional exams are open to current or former CRD employees only. If you are a former employee and you need to confirm eligibility, please email the Human Resources office. You must apply on or before the final filing date.
Promotional Examinations
Promotional exams are open to current or former CRD employees only. If you are a former employee and you need to confirm eligibility, please email the Human Resources office. You must apply on or before the final filing date.
| Exam Bulletins by Job Classification | Type of Exam | Final Filing Date | Classification Description |
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Student Internship and Externship Programs
It is the policy and practice of the Civil Rights Department to provide educational and experiential opportunities to student interns and externs, and to appropriately recruit for, train, and evaluate all such students.
The Civil Rights Department does not have any internships or externships available at this time.