State of California
Civil Rights Investigator
State of California, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
This position supports the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. The Civil Right Unit (CRU) processes and investigates discrimination and workplace violence complaints.
Under the direction of the Civil Rights Unit manager, Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, within the Office of Compliance (OOC), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) independently performs a broad range of analytical, administrative, technical, and program functions associated with complex, and time-critical duties related to CDPH's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Workplace Violence Prevention (WVP) Programs. The AGPA is responsible for ensuring CDPH complies with all Federal and State laws for its internal business practices and activities. The AGPA performs varied and complex analytical assignments related to the planning, organization, implementation, evaluation, and the overall effectiveness of CDPH's EEO and WVP programs.
Teleworking may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH's Telework Policy and Procedures.
The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
Telework Information
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH's Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-457867
Position #(s): 580-015-5393-702
Working Title: Civil Rights Investigator
Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The mission of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Office of Compliance Civil Rights Unit is to provide an independent service designed to add value and improve the Department's compliance with equal employment opportunity (EEO) requirements and workplace violence prevention (WVP) activities.
We are committed to helping the Department accomplish its mission and strategic objectives by bringing a disciplined approach to investigations of discrimination and workplace violence allegations. We facilitate CDPH's EEO and WVP programs and associated activities to ensure CDPH complies with all federal and state laws for its internal business practices.
Special Requirements For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY) . Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (457867 ) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included .
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: 12/5/2024 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Department of Public Health CCAU Mailing Attn: Classification & Certification Unit P.O. Box 997378 MS 1700-1702 Sacramento , CA 95899-7378
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Public Health CCAU Drop Off Classification & Certification Unit 1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 - Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below at end of posting . Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQ may not be scored/reviewe d .
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:
Excellent communication skills - oral, written, and a good listener Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others Strong organizational, time management and planning skills Ability to remain neutral and analyze information to draw solid conclusions based on facts Ability to manage workload including projects and develop and deliver training Ability to anticipate the impact of changes, demonstrate flexibility and willingness to embrace change Experience in conducting presentations and trainings
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division (916) 445-0983 apply@cdph.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Heather Zwane (279) 667-0989 heather.zwane@cdph.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Office (916) 445-0938
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.
In no more than two pages, single-spaced, using 12-point Arial font, please provide answers to the five questions below.
Statement of Qualifications Instructions: Describe your experience in California and Federal Equal Employment Opportunity and workplace violence prevention program requirements. Provide specific work experience where you have conducted investigative, assessment, or claim determination tasks. Provide an example of your analytical and problem-solving skills to complete a task or project. Describe verbal and written communication strategies used with external and internal constituents . Provide examples of analysis and data interpretation work performed.
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.
Under the direction of the Civil Rights Unit manager, Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, within the Office of Compliance (OOC), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) independently performs a broad range of analytical, administrative, technical, and program functions associated with complex, and time-critical duties related to CDPH's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Workplace Violence Prevention (WVP) Programs. The AGPA is responsible for ensuring CDPH complies with all Federal and State laws for its internal business practices and activities. The AGPA performs varied and complex analytical assignments related to the planning, organization, implementation, evaluation, and the overall effectiveness of CDPH's EEO and WVP programs.
Teleworking may be available for this position, in accordance with CDPH's Telework Policy and Procedures.
The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
Telework Information
This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH's Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.
Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.
Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitment
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-457867
Position #(s): 580-015-5393-702
Working Title: Civil Rights Investigator
Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST $5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
The mission of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Office of Compliance Civil Rights Unit is to provide an independent service designed to add value and improve the Department's compliance with equal employment opportunity (EEO) requirements and workplace violence prevention (WVP) activities.
We are committed to helping the Department accomplish its mission and strategic objectives by bringing a disciplined approach to investigations of discrimination and workplace violence allegations. We facilitate CDPH's EEO and WVP programs and associated activities to ensure CDPH complies with all federal and state laws for its internal business practices.
Special Requirements For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY) . Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (457867 ) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.
If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included .
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: 12/5/2024 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Department of Public Health CCAU Mailing Attn: Classification & Certification Unit P.O. Box 997378 MS 1700-1702 Sacramento , CA 95899-7378
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Public Health CCAU Drop Off Classification & Certification Unit 1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 - Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below at end of posting . Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQ may not be scored/reviewe d .
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:
Excellent communication skills - oral, written, and a good listener Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others Strong organizational, time management and planning skills Ability to remain neutral and analyze information to draw solid conclusions based on facts Ability to manage workload including projects and develop and deliver training Ability to anticipate the impact of changes, demonstrate flexibility and willingness to embrace change Experience in conducting presentations and trainings
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position. Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division (916) 445-0983 apply@cdph.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Heather Zwane (279) 667-0989 heather.zwane@cdph.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Office (916) 445-0938
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, Supplemental Questionnaire, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without an SOQ may be rejected.
In no more than two pages, single-spaced, using 12-point Arial font, please provide answers to the five questions below.
Statement of Qualifications Instructions: Describe your experience in California and Federal Equal Employment Opportunity and workplace violence prevention program requirements. Provide specific work experience where you have conducted investigative, assessment, or claim determination tasks. Provide an example of your analytical and problem-solving skills to complete a task or project. Describe verbal and written communication strategies used with external and internal constituents . Provide examples of analysis and data interpretation work performed.
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.