Associate Director, Office of Civil Rights Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

JC-525963

- Associate Director, Office of Civil Rights C. E. A. $12,131.00 - $14,453.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/9/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation's (CDCR) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) is an exceptional place to work because it brings purpose, professionalism, and people together in a meaningful way. OCR's mission centers on ensuring equity, fairness, and respect throughout the department, creating a work environment where integrity and accountability truly matter. Employees are supported by strong leadership, collaborative teams, and a culture that values continuous learning and personal growth. Working at OCR means contributing to positive change, strengthening civil rights protections, and helping build a safer, more inclusive workplace for everyone. It's a place where your work has impact, your voice is heard, and your commitment to public service is genuinely appreciated. Under the administrative direction of the Director, Division of Correctional Policy, Research and Internal Oversight (CPRIO), the Associate Director (AD), OCR serves as the highest-level advisor and manager of the Equal Employment Opportunity/Sexual Harassment Prevention Program (EEO/SHPP) and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Per CDCR's Department Operations Manual, Section 31010.7, the incumbent is the Department's EEO Officer and per Government Code Section 19795(a), reports directly to the Secretary, CDCR on matters related to EEO. Per Government Code Section 19795(a), the EEO Officer ensures departmental compliance with 

EEO/SHPP

laws. The AD formulates, implements, and evaluates departmental EEO policies and procedures for the Department. The AD also formulates, implements, and evaluates SHPP policies and procedures and ensures staff receive 

EEO/SHPP

related training.

CDCR/CCHCS

employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. This advertisement is for a Career Executive Assignment (CEA) Level B position located in Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-165-7500-004. Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. To learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity, please contact Guen Saechao, by email at Guen.

Saechao@cdcr.ca.gov or by phone at (279) 210-4043. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position requires 30% travel to two regional offices located in Central and Southern California, as well as occasional travel to other CDCR facilities throughout the State of California. Reimbursable, in-state overnight travel will be required. Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below. C. E. A. Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-525963

Position #(s): 065-165-7500-004

Working Title:

Associate Director, Office of Civil Rights

Classification:

C. E. A. $12,131.00 - $14,453.00 B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time Department Information Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment, and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Commitment California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to

CDCR/CCHCS

are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS

utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. 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:

9/9/2026