Description:
Job Description and Duties:Under direction of the Assistant Chief Counsel of the Dispute Resolution Division, with some review and authority, the Attorney facilitates communications between complainants and respondents to discuss their dispute and reach a mutually agreeable resolution. An Attorney in the Dispute Resolution Division works as a mediator with supervision and is expected to have a commanding understanding of the laws the Department enforces.
Hire Above Minimum Information:
The Attorney qualifies for a Hire Above Minimum" (HAM). The starting salary for Range A will be $8,588 and Range B will be $9,666.
This position will remain open "Until Filled". Applications will be reviewed every 21 calendar days, until the position has been filled, beginning November 5th, 2025.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29675007&name=DS-Attorney_DRD-Updated9.22.25.pdf)
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.
Minimum Requirements:
- 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.
- Requires ability to complete tasks that require repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties, with or without reasonable accommodations and modifications to facilitate such tasks.
- Requires prolonged use of a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day.
- Requires punctual and regular attendance.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5778)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
The 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 five 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.
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.
Telework Opportunity
The position is hybrid and will require scheduled in-office days to be established with your supervisor in accordance with Department policy.
The position may be filled in one of our office locations noted below:
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 in your application.
Application Instructions:
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: Until Filled
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:
Attorney (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5778)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=497547)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=29675007&name=DS-Attorney_DRD-Updated9.22.25.pdf)
Department Information:
The 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 five 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.
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.
Telework Opportunity
The position is hybrid and will require scheduled in-office days to be established with your supervisor in accordance with Department policy.
The position may be filled in one of our office locations noted below:
- Bakersfield
- Fresno
- Los Angeles
- Oakland
- Riverside
- Sacramento
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 in your application.
Application Instructions:
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: Until Filled
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:
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
California Civil Rights Department
Human Resources
Attn: Matt Wiesenfarth
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
Human Resources
Attn: Matt Wiesenfarth
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:
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Civil Rights Department
Human Resources
Matt Wiesenfarth
651 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Human Resources
Matt Wiesenfarth
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:
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:
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - Candidates are REQUIRED to complete a Statement of Qualifications (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 SOQ. Applications with the SOQ will not be considered. Please see the SOQ instructions below for content and formatting information.
- Other - Proof of Completion such as a transcript or certificate of completion - 40 hours of verifiable formal mediation training that includes conflict resolution, mediation theory, and role-play and mastery of laws governing mediation, including, but not limited to confidentiality.
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:
- Completion of at least 40 hours of verifiable formal mediation training that includes conflict resolution, mediation theory and role-play and mastery of the laws governing mediation, including, but not limited to confidentiality.
- Mediation of numerous cases alleging employment, housing, or other forms of discrimination that may or may not have specified claims under Fair Employment and Housing Act, Unruh Civil Rights Act, and/or Ralph Civil Rights Act violations to conclusion in the role of mediator.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively interact with people in emotionally charged situations.
- Ability and experience in the role of mediator to effectively analyze issues in dispute, evaluate their importance and susceptibility to compr
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