Job Posting: Deputy Director of Enforcement

California Civil Rights Department

JC-498840
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Deputy Director of Enforcement
C. E. A.

$10,349.00 - $21,370.00 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: 12/5/2025

Job Description and Duties

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.


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

Under the general direction of the Director and the Chief Deputy Director of the Civil Rights Department (CRD), the Deputy Director of Enforcement is responsible for leading the Department’s Enforcement Division (Division).  This includes overseeing the performance of the division and making changes to processes, policies, and systems in order to ensure performance goals are met, establishing and maintaining the tools, training and practices needed to foster high levels of staff engagement and productivity, and creating/supporting a work environment consistent with the Department’s core values. The Deputy Director of Enforcement exercises broad responsibility over the Division and serves as a member of the Department’s Executive Team.

The Enforcement Division within CRD receives, processes, investigates and conciliates complaints of discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment, housing and by business establishments as well as complaints of hate violence and human trafficking.  Investigations are conducted pursuant to state civil rights laws, departmental regulations, and may also be conducted pursuant to federal civil rights laws under work-sharing agreements with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.


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.
 

  • Effectively handle stress, and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Daily use of a telephone, computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse in a worksation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day
  • Prolonged sitting and/or standing in a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day
  • Punctual and regular attendance
  • Occasional travel and driving to make presentations and to supervise staff and investigations.

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 the 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-498840
        Position #(s):
        326-201-7500-001
        Working Title:
        Deputy Director of Enforcement
        Classification:
        C. E. A.
        $10,349.00 - $21,370.00 Level C - $13,472 - $15,297
        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:
        United States
        Telework:
        Hybrid
        Job Type:
        Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time

        Department Information

        The California 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 six 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.

        The Civil Rights Department has six California locations in the following cities:

        • Bakersfield
        • Fresno
        • Los Angeles
        • Oakland
        • Riverside
        • Sacramento
        Please indicate the city you are interested in on your application. Location of the position will be determined based on the successful candidate. 



         

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

        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: 12/5/2025

        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
        Human Resources
        Attn: Attn: Sarah Sepulveda
        651 Bannon Street
        Sacramento, CA 95811

        Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

        California Civil Rights Department
        Human Resources
        Attn: Sarah Sepulveda
        651 Bannon Street
        Sacramento, CA 95811
        08:30 AM - 04:30 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 required and must be included.
        • Supplemental Application - Candidates are REQUIRED to complete a Statement of Qualfications (SOQ) in addition to completing a standard State application.  Only those candidates who submit all required documents by the final filing date will be considered.  Resumes or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the Statement of Qualifications.  Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.  Please see the instructions below for content and formatting information.
        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:

        1. Commitment – A strong desire to uphold the civil rights laws enforced by the Civil Rights Department; a commitment to justice and fairness
        2. 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; promotion of the mission and vision of the Department; setting and attaining goals; creating a clear sense of purpose; managing change; creativity and innovation; and strategic planning.
        3. Communication Skills - Ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident and convincing manner; and to receive, attend to, interpret and respond in ways that are appropriate to listeners and situations.
        4. Decision Making - Make informed decisions through the 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.
        5. Teamwork - Ability to continuously inspire, motivate, and coach diverse work teams to achieve goals; collaborate to achieve common goals and objectives; use effective consultation and negotiation skills, and create a work culture that attracts and retains diverse and talented people.  
        6. Public Service Orientation – An understanding of the importance of service to the public and the need to be timely and accurate in addressing stakeholder needs; the importance of representing the department in a professional and respectful 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

        Contact Information

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

        Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/
        Human Resources Contact:
        Sarah Sepulveda
        (279) 236-8117
        sarah.sepulveda@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

        CEA - Deputy Director of Enforcement

         

        A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications and demonstrate the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties listed in this bulletin. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing

         

        Please limit your SOQ to a maximum of 5 pages, single-spaced, 12-point Arial, and 1-inch margins. The SOQ must be numbered and include the full text of the question prior to each response, in the same order as the Statement of Qualification questions below:

        For each of the statements below, please provide specific examples of your experience in relevant areas. Include a discussion of pertinent issues, course of action, outcome, and measurements of success.

        1. Provide examples that demonstrate your success in building and sustaining effective partnerships with executive leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to advance strategic initiatives and departmental priorities.

         

        1. Describe your background and demonstrate how your education and experience relate to your skills and ability to administer and oversee the enforcement of California’s civil rights laws.

         

        1. Provide examples that demonstrate your ability to manage large, complex programs, develop policies, and lead cross-functional teams. Highlight your experience in effectively leading, directing, and motivating team members at all levels of the organization.

         

        1. Provide examples that demonstrate your ability to facilitate strategic planning and ensure daily business operations are aligned with organizational goals, including establishing and tracking performance measures.

         

        1. Provide an example of a time you advised executive leadership on a particularly sensitive, complex, or high-profile matter. Include in your response the item/issue, a high-level overview, and the outcome. 


        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
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