Civil Rights Compliance Supervisor I

California Government Operations Agency; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

California Government Operations Agency, through CalOCR, seeks a seasoned Supervisor I to lead a professional staff in civil rights and bias prevention initiatives. You will oversee case-tracking systems, analyze data trends, and guide resources and training for LEAs across California.

The role requires hybrid telework with in-person presence at least two days weekly and a strong emphasis on policy development, stakeholder collaboration, and effective reporting to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil rights laws, equal employment opportunity principles, and related state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including performance management, coaching, and staff development.
• Strong analytical and policy development skills, with the ability to interpret regulations and recommend improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, briefing materials, and presentations for executive leadership.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including control agencies, advocacy groups, and executive leadership.
• Strong analytical and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily operations of CalOCR's professional staff.
• Oversee selection and management of case-tracking and data-management systems.
• Guide collection and analysis of case data to identify trends.
• Contribute to guidance, reports, training materials, and resources.
• Support CalOCR’s mission to help LEAs prevent discrimination in California schools.

Skills

Leadership

Civil rights laws

Policy development

Data analysis

Written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person at least two days per week. This is subject to change based on operational needs.

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Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Director of CalOCR, the Supervisor I plans, organizes, and oversees the daily operations and activities of the professional staff within CalOCR. The Supervisor I will provide clear direction and support to staff in the evaluation of administrative, fiscal, and compliance programs. Specifically, this role will supervise staff responsible for advancing CalOCR’s mission to work to assist LEAs in preventing and addressing discrimination and bias. The Supervisor will oversee the selection, implementation, and ongoing management of CalOCR’s case-tracking and data-management systems and will guide the collection and analysis of case data to identify trends, emerging issues, and opportunities for improving support to LEAs. These insights will help inform CalOCR’s strategies, resources, and technical assistance to LEAs in effectively preventing and responding to discrimination and bias. The Supervisor will also contribute to the development of guidance, reports, training materials, and other resources that support CalOCR’s mission and that will assist LEAs in developing practices for responding effectively to discrimination in California’s public elementary and secondary schools.

This position may be located in either Los Angeles, Oakland, or Sacramento.

We are advertising this position as until filled. We will review applications on the 10th of each month.

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR I

Classification:

SUPERVISOR I $7,172.00 - $8,910.00/month

• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

1. Describe your experience developing and implementing policies or programs to ensure compliance with civil rights. How did you measure success?

2. Explain your experience supervising and mentoring staff, including how you set priorities, conducted performance evaluations, and fostered professional development. Provide a specific example.

3. Provide an example of how you collaborated with internal and external stakeholders on a complex initiative. How did you ensure effective communication and alignment with organizational goals?

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see our Work4CA guide.

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.
• A cover letter is required and must be included.
• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions.

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.

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:

• Comprehensive knowledge of civil rights laws, equal employment opportunity principles, and related state and federal regulations
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including performance management, coaching, and staff development
• Strong analytical and policy development skills, with the ability to interpret regulations and recommend improvements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, briefing materials, and presentations for executive leadership
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including control agencies, advocacy groups, and executive leadership
• Strong analytical and data management skills

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.