Job Posting: Assistant Deputy Director

California Civil Rights Department

JC-430068
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Assistant Deputy Director
C. E. A.

$11,435.00 - $13,623.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 5/23/2024

Job Description and Duties

It is important to read this advertisement in its entirety. You are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) as this is an examination. You may access the SOQ information below. Applications received without an SOQ, as instructed, will be disqualified.

The Assistant Deputy Director of Outreach and Education is responsible for leading the Outreach and Education Unit of the Civil Rights Department (CRD or Department). This includes managing a team that strategically protects and advances civil rights in California through a variety of outreach and education activities, such as civil rights campaigns, live trainings, written guidance, collaborations with community groups, and innovative programs. The Assistant Deputy Director of Outreach and Education works under the general direction of the Deputy Director of the Executive Programs Division.


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

Working Conditions

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. The following abilities are required:


• Effectively handle stress

• Work in a fast-paced environment

• Effectively manage many projects simultaneously

• Daily use of a telephone and computer for up to 6.5 to 7 hours per day

• Prolonged sitting and/or standing at a desk for 6.5 to 7 hours per day

• Requires ability to complete tasks that typically may require making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties

• Punctual and excellent attendance

• Travel around the state to attend events, meet with stakeholders, and visit other CRD offices.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with this job.


Minimum Requirements

This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

    Additional Documents

    Position Details

    Job Code #:
    JC-430068
    Position #(s):
    326-104-7500-002
    Working Title:
    Assistant Deputy Director
    Classification:
    C. E. A.
    $11,435.00 - $13,623.00 B
    # of Positions:
    1
    Work Location:
    United States
    Telework:
    Hybrid
    Job Type:
    Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
    Work Shift:
    8:00 am to 5:00 pm
    Work Week:
    Monday to Friday

    Department Information

    The Civil Rights Department (CRD or Department) is the civil rights enforcement agency for the State of California. CRD's mission is to protect all people in California from employment, housing and public accommodation discrimination, human trafficking, and hate violence.

     

    The CRD is the largest state civil rights enforcement agency in the country. It enforces the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Unruh Civil Rights Act, Disabled Persons Act, Ralph Civil Rights Act, and the California Trafficking Victims Protection Act. The Department has jurisdiction over both private and public entities operating within the State of California, including corporate entities, private sector companies that contract with the State of California, and all State departments and local governments. 

    The CRD receives, investigates, conciliates, and initiates individual and systemic discrimination complaints in its five offices throughout California. CRD litigates individual, class, group and systemic cases in all California jurisdictions, including state and federal courts. It leads education and outreach efforts to stakeholders and the public, and has an active regulatory and legislative program.

    Telework Opportunity

    As operationally allowed, telework is available for employees who can perform their essential functions remotely. 

    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.


    Travel expenses from your home to your assigned headquarters location are considered a normal commute and are not reimbursable.


    This position may be filled in one of our offices below.

    • 2218 Kausen Drive, Suite 100, Elk Grove, CA  95758
    • 4800 Stockdale Highway, Suite 215, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    • 1277 E Alluvial Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93720
    • 320 West 4th Street, 10th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90013
    • 1325 Spruce Street, Suite 320 Riverside, CA 92507
    • 555 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94607



    Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/

    Special Requirements

    To find out additional information on how to apply for a state job, please follow the link below. For example, you can locate job-specific positions or veteran preference information. If you have questions about filling out the application, please get in touch with the Human Resource Analyst. If you have questions about the position, please get in touch with the hiring manager. We review your job application to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please ensure to provide detailed information in your application.

    CalCareers https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/NewToStateservice.aspx  

    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.

    Final Filing Date: 5/23/2024

    Who May Apply

    Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.

    How To Apply

    Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

    Address for Mailing Application Packages

    You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

    California Civil Rights Department
    Attn: Cristina Granado
    2218 Kausen Drive
    Suite 100
    Elk Grove, CA 95758

    Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

    You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

    California Civil Rights Department
    Cristina Granado
    2218 Kausen Drive
    Suite 100
    Elk Grove, CA 95758
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Required Application Package Documents

    The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

    • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
    • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
    • Statement of Qualifications -

      A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Do not submit a cover letter.

       

      The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s skills, relevant experience, and ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.  Please answer each question below separately. See Statement of Qualifications section below.

    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Examination Qualification Requirements

    All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.

    Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

    General Qualifications

    State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

    Knowledge and Abilities

    Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

    • Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
    • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

    These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

    CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

    CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

    CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

    Desirable Qualifications

    In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

     

    • Active membership in the State Bar of California

    • Experience with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Unruh Civil Rights Act, Government Code section 11135, the Ralph Civil Rights Act, and other laws enforced by the Civil Rights Department

    • Experience with the Department’s complaint process

    • Experience with youth and adult learning techniques and strategies

    • Commitment – A strong desire to uphold California civil rights laws and a commitment to justice and fairness.

    • Leadership – Ability to embrace a leader's role and continuously model the behaviors, traits, values and characteristics of a successful leader, which include integrity, accountability and ethical behavior; promote the mission and vision of the Department; set and attain goals; create a clear sense of purpose; manage change; be creative and innovative; and plan strategically.

    • Communication Skills – Ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner; and to receive, attend to, interpret, and respond to feedback in ways that are appropriate to listeners and situations.

    • Decision Making – Ability to make informed decisions through use of data, research, analysis, and input from team members and key stakeholders; make difficult decisions in accordance with good public policy and an understanding of consequences of actions.

    • Teamwork – Ability to continuously inspire, motivate, and coach diverse work teams to achieve goals; collaborate to achieve common goals and objectives; utilize effective consultation and negotiation skills; and create a work culture that attracts and retains diverse and talented people.

    • Public Service Orientation – An understanding of the importance of customer service and the need to be timely and accurate in addressing stakeholder needs; the importance of representing the department in a professional and respectful manner.

    • Ability and desire to learn new areas of the law and procedure

    • Ability to be organized, multi-task, and meet deadlines

    • Openness to take direction and accept feedback from supervisor

    • Ability to work with people in a professional and civil manner


      Examination Information

      If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

      A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

      The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

      Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

      The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

      Special Testing Arrangements

      If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

      Benefits

      There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:



       

      Contact Information

      The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

      Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/
      Human Resources Contact:
      Cristina Granado
      (916) 957-0340
      cristina.granado@calcivilrights.ca.gov
      Hiring Unit Contact:
      Adam Romero
      (916) 207-2662
      adam.romero@calcivilrights.ca.gov

      Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

      EEO Contact:
      EEO OFFICER
      (213) 723-6024
      brenda.valle-balderrama@calcivilrights.ca.gov
      California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

      Statement of Qualifications

      Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
      CEA


      Special Requirements: A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Application packets received without an SOQ will not be considered. The SOQ serves as a documentation of a candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Your response to the statement below should be no more than 4 pages in length, single spaced, and 12-point font.

       

      1. Describe your commitment to public service and civil rights.
      2. Describe your experience with the civil rights laws enforced by CRD as well as CRD’s complaint process.
      3. Describe your experience with, and approach to, educating adults on a complex topic. Provide examples.
      4. Describe how you would advance CRD’s mission by partnering with CRD’s stakeholders, such as organizations representing employers, employees, housing providers, or tenants. Describe existing relationships with such organizations that you have.
      5. Describe your experience with, and approach to, managing a team with members with different levels of education, experience, and responsibilities. Provide examples.

      Additional Application Instructions

      Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

      All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

      • "To" and "From" dates (month/day/year)
      • Hours worked per week
      • Private sector job titles
      • Supervisor name and phone number
      • Job duties performed
      • State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

       

      Transcripts

      If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here. 

      Personal Identifying Information
      Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

      We review your application to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please ensure to provide detailed information on your application.


      Equal Opportunity Employer

      The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

      It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

      Application Methods:
      Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
      By Mail
      Drop-off
      Print Job