Senior Civil Rights Litigation Supervisor

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California seeks a Deputy Attorney General Supervisor to lead the Civil Rights Enforcement Section (CRES). The role includes supervising deputies, advising senior officials, and steering high‑profile investigations and litigation in civil rights, housing, disability rights, and related areas.

Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent litigation and writing skills, with a track record in public policy and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking in complex legal/policy issues.
• Experience in civil rights litigation, investigation, and policy initiatives.
• Excellent research and writing abilities, with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Deputy Attorneys General in CRES on civil rights matters.
• Advise the Attorney General and executives on policy issues.
• Lead investigations, litigation, trials, writs, and appeals with independent judgment.
• Engage in community and stakeholder outreach and staff selection processes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Civil rights focus

Litigation skills

Research and writing

Communication

Public outreach

Job description

The State of California seeks a Deputy Attorney General Supervisor to lead the Civil Rights Enforcement Section (CRES). The role includes supervising deputies, advising senior officials, and steering high‑profile investigations and litigation in civil rights, housing, disability rights, and related areas.

Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent litigation and writing skills, with a track record in public policy and stakeholder engagement.