Testing Initiative Coordinator

California Rural Legal Assistance; Modesto, Santa Rosa, Stockton (CA, CA, CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

California Rural Legal Assistance is seeking a Testing Coordinator to support its Testing Initiative at CRLA Headquarters in Modesto, CA. The role centers on recruiting, training, and managing testers, coordinating testing operations, and analyzing data to support investigations and advocacy efforts.

The position emphasizes logistics, protocol and ethics training, collaboration with legal and advocacy teams, and effective communication with testers and external partners to advance CRLA’s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in testing coordination or civil rights investigations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers or participants.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage large data sets and ensure accuracy.
• Strong written and oral communication for diverse tester groups.
• Spanish fluency or proficiency in additional languages spoken by CRLA’s client communities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the logistical coordination of testing assignments, ensuring timely execution of testing protocols.
• Organize and schedule testing activities, including selecting test locations and tester participation.
• Serve as primary point of contact for testers, providing guidance and support.
• Facilitate training sessions on testing protocols, legal frameworks, and ethical standards.
• Maintain communication with the Testing Manager to align with program goals.
• Recruit and onboard testers, building a pool for ongoing testing operations.
• Provide ongoing tester support and monitor engagement with testing protocols.
• Collect and organize testing data for analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with the Testing Manager to analyze results for patterns relevant to advocacy.
• Prepare reports to present findings clearly for advocacy and legal actions.

Skills

Testing coordination

Civil rights investigations

Recruiting volunteers

Data management

Communication skills

Spanish language

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CRLA Headquarters - Modesto, CA 95354

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $69,000.00 - $95,000.00

Job Category: Administrative - Legal

About CRLA

California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc. (CRLA) is an anti‑poverty law firm that dismantles unjust systems through community lawyering in California’s historically rural areas. We work with people priced out of private legal representation so they can uphold civil rights in housing, employment, health, and public education. Through our 17 Rural Justice Centers, communities can access a broad range of legal tools, including direct legal services, place‑based advocacy to expand equity in civic institutions, and specialized litigation to advance civil rights.

Position: Testing Coordinator – Testing Initiative

This role will play a critical part in the day‑to‑day operations of CRLA’s Testing Initiative, coordinating and executing testing activities. The coordinator will recruit, train, and manage testers, oversee logistics, and compile and analyze data to support investigations and advocacy efforts.

Responsibilities

Testing Operations Coordination

• Oversee the logistical coordination of testing assignments, ensuring timely and accurate execution of testing protocols.
• Organize and schedule testing activities, including selecting test locations, coordinating tester participation, and managing test timelines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for testers, providing guidance, support, and communication throughout the testing process.
• Ensure testers are well‑prepared by facilitating training sessions on testing protocols, legal frameworks, and ethical standards.
• Maintain clear communication with the Testing Manager to ensure alignment with overall program goals and objectives.

Tester Recruitment & Management

• Recruit and onboard testers, ensuring they meet the qualifications and standards required for effective testing.
• Develop and maintain a pool of qualified testers, including outreach, recruitment events, and networking within communities.
• Provide ongoing support to testers, addressing concerns, offering feedback, and ensuring consistent adherence to procedures.
• Conduct regular check‑ins with testers to monitor engagement and compliance with testing protocols.

Data Management & Reporting

• Collect, compile, and organize testing data, ensuring it is accurate and easily accessible for analysis.
• Collaborate with the Testing Manager to analyze test results, identifying patterns of discrimination or other issues of concern.
• Prepare and submit reports on test findings, ensuring data is presented clearly and accurately for advocacy efforts.
• Assist with tracking and maintaining test data to ensure compliance with program standards and requirements.

Program Support & Improvement

• Provide logistical support to the Testing Manager in the development and refinement of testing methodologies.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of testing operations and suggest improvements to enhance program impact.
• Help implement systems for tracking testing progress and outcomes to support program evaluations and reporting.
• Contribute to identifying gaps or opportunities for expanding testing operations and improving data collection practices.

Collaboration & External Engagement

• Collaborate with internal teams, including legal and advocacy staff, to ensure testing activities align with CRLA’s broader goals and objectives.
• Communicate with external partners, including advocacy groups and community organizations, to recruit testers and build capacity for testing operations.
• Participate in external networks focused on fair housing, employment testing, and civil rights to enhance CRLA’s testing work and stay informed about best practices.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in testing coordination, civil rights investigations, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers or participants.
• Detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage large sets of data and ensure accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to engage and support diverse groups of testers.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and external stakeholders.
• Spanish fluency or proficiency in additional languages spoken by CRLA’s client communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a nonprofit, legal, or advocacy setting, particularly related to civil rights investigations.
• Knowledge of data management tools or software relevant to testing operations.
• Familiarity with grant and compliance requirements, especially as they relate to program reporting and data collection.
• Experience in analyzing and interpreting test data for use in advocacy or legal actions.