ATTORNEY IV

At the Civil Rights Department (CRD), an Attorney IV independently performs work involving emerging areas of law, legal specialization, and the most complex, difficult, and sensitive assignments. The incumbent is an expert in the most complex areas of the law enforced by the Department. An Attorney IV does not supervise lower-level attorney staff but may act in a lead capacity.

Hire Above Minimum Information:
The Attorney IV qualifies for a Hire Above Minimum (HAM). The starting salary will be $12,925.00.

*Please note the position(s) is/are contingent on budget approval.

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

Salary

• $11,644 - $15,627/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ATTORNEY IV
• ATTORNEY III

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:

• Experience drafting and/or analyzing legislation and/or regulations
• Experience with the California legislative and regulatory processes, including the Administrative Procedure Act
• Experience with the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act
• 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 Department
• Experience with civil rights litigation in employment, housing, or public accommodations
• Experience with the Department’s complaint process
• Excellent research and investigative skills and analytical abilities
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with different types of people in different roles
• Strong initiative and work ethic
• Detail-oriented
• 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 supervisors and managers
• Ability to work with people in a professional and civil manner
• Commitment to civil rights and public sector service

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) enforces the state’s robust civil rights laws, including the Fair Employment and Housing Act, the Unruh Civil Rights Act, the Disabled Persons Act, the Ralph Civil Rights act, and the Trafficking Victims Protection Act.

CRD has jurisdiction over complaints against public and private entities operating in California. With offices in six locations throughout California, CRD receives, investigates, and initiates individual and systemic discrimination complaints. 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.

This position is hybrid and will require scheduled 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.

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

• Bakersfield
• Sacramento
• Fresno
• Los Angeles
• Oakland
• Riverside

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

Special Requirements

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

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: 8/6/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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
Jamie Polster
Attn: Alisha Hardy
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
Jamie Polster
Alisha Hardy
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application in order to be considered. Please see instructions 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.

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.

• Requires ability to effectively handle stress, and work in a noisy and fast paced environment
• Requires daily use of a personal computer and related software applications at a workstation 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
• Requires prolonged sitting and/or standing at a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day
• Requires dependability and excellent attendance records
• Requires occasional travel to conduct state business

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.

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:

• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program