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Position Base: Los Angeles (Westwood), California

Location: UCLA Campus

Please apply via this link: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/5537

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:

In 2020, UCLA’s Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion unified existing civil rights investigatory units under the new Civil Rights Office (“CRO”), which serves UCLA’s campus and the UCLA Health System, and is led by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights. CRO ensures that UCLA remains in compliance with federal and state law and applicable UC policy concerning protections under Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and equal employment opportunity and affirmative action obligations.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Deputy Civil Rights Director for UCLA Health/1557 Co-Coordinator ("DCRD") represents the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights ("AVC-CR") and the UCLA Civil Rights Office on program, policy and legal issues related to UCLA Health (UCLA health system and the David Geffen School of Medicine [DGSOM]), the Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center, and other programs and activities involving clinical care (together, the "Health Enterprise"). The DCRD reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and works closely with the Title IX Director and Deputy TIX Director, the Discrimination Prevention Office Director, the Staff Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Office Director and the ADA/504 Officer (collectively referred to as the "Civil Rights Office Leadership Team") to build strong relationships across the Health Enterprise and with other stakeholders to promote compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and ADA/504 and related laws and to achieve systemwide objectives.

DUTIES:

Program Oversight:

• Conduct assessments of prohibited conduct for university including campus and health and conduct intakes with potential complainants and Responsible employees.

• Advise complainants and respondents of possible consequences of conduct or actions, and generally inform them of their rights, responsibilities and applicable procedures.

• When delegated by AVC-CR or the Civil Rights Office Leadership Team, oversee report assessments, investigations and other work assignments conducted by other staff under the oversight of the AVC-CR. Oversee Investigators and the review of notices and various forms of correspondence.

• Keep appropriate records and maintain the confidentiality of all reports and complaints in accordance with UC policy and applicable laws related to record retention, and lead Civil Rights Office response to state and federal agency inquiries and audits as assigned by the AVC-CR.

• Directly support the AVC-CR's administration of civil rights-related policies and complaint resolution procedures. Facilitate informal resolution processes, including interim measures and accommodations.

• Participate in ad hoc, standing committees and workgroups addressing civil rights-related issues, including sexual violence, sexual harassment and discrimination issues. When delegated, attend campus-wide and Systemwide committees or workgroups.

• Manage the education and training programs for discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual violence prevention and complaint resolution the Health Enterprise and in collaboration with the Health Enterprise, develop and administer methods and activities to monitor and ensure that the campus complies with obligations under applicable civil rights laws, policies, and procedures.

• Provide impartial consultation, problem solving, and options for problem resolution regarding civil rights-related issues to the AVC-CR and other members of the UCLA community. Support the AVC-CR's analysis of equity issues as requested by and in consultation with relevant campus and health offices. Collaborate with other offices regarding the response, investigation, and resolution of civil rights-rights issues.

• Serve as the Health Enterprise’s ACA Section 1557 Co-Coordinator and receive, review and process grievances filed under ACA Section 1557.

• Co-coordinate the Health Enterprise’s recordkeeping and communication procedures as required by the ACA.

• Co-coordinate the Health Enterprise’s compliance with ACA 1557 regarding employee training, reasonable modification procedures and language access procedures.

• Analyze and remain abreast of legal decisions, literature and resources in areas related to civil rights. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Clinical experience (e.g. RN) (Preferred)

• Expert knowledge of the complexities of sexual harassment, sexual violence, and discrimination in the postsecondary setting and of federal and state laws and regulations, case law, and guidance related to sexual harassment and discrimination in educational and employment settings. (Required)

• Knowledge of the current regulatory landscape for colleges and universities regarding sexual harassment and discrimination that arises in the clinical context, such as investigations and resolutions by the Office for Civil Rights in the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. (Required)

• Deep legal experience with civil rights law and policy, including with the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, HIPAA, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA/504 and ACA issues in higher education and academic medical centers. (Required)

• Experience investigating sexual harassment, sexual violence, discrimination or other equivalently sensitive allegations in an empathetic and confidential manner. (Required)

• Experience investigating or overseeing investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination allegations arising in the clinical setting, including the context of patient care. Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality. (Required)

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge managing, supervising and mentoring professionals who conduct investigations of sexual harassment, sexual violence, and discrimination; Ability to design and manage effective administrative processes; Skill in management and staff supervision. (Required)

• Demonstrated skill, sensitivity and experience interacting and communicating with constituents who are diverse in characteristics such as age, education level, race, ethnic, national origin, gender identity and expression, ability, and socioeconomic backgrounds in a culturally-competent manner. (Required)

• Demonstrated understanding of the relevance of trauma in the context of sexual violence (for example, the neurobiology of trauma and trauma-informed investigation techniques), sexual harassment, and discrimination; skill building rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way; attentive listener. (Required)

• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills at a high management level; Demonstrated ability to convey sensitive information in written reports; Ability to design and carry out a multifaceted communications program. (Required)

• Exceptional skill in developing and delivering training and education programs about discrimination, sexual violence and sexual harassment. Ability to effectively conduct training and education programs, workshops and other presentations for small and large groups. (Required)

• Skill in program development including delineating goals and objectives, determining implementation steps and time frames, designing evaluation measures, and modifying designs and procedures to accommodate current organizational needs. (Required)

• Demonstrated ability to effectively mediate conflict and communicate across constituencies, including between and among all levels of academic and staff personnel and students, while demonstrating empathy and understanding in situations concerning sensitive matters. (Required)-

EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree (Preferred) or equivalent combination of education and equivalent experience.

OFFICIAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=TBD_2378 

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Job Title: Ethics and Compliance Professional 4

Job Code: 0006061

Salary Grade: MSP 25

Full Grade Pay scale Range: $102,500 - $227,700 Annually, with salary placement based on skills, knowledge, and experience.

UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common.

Visit <a href="https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html" target="_blank">UC Benefit package</a> to discover benefits that start on day one, and <a href="https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/total-compensation-calculator.html" target="_blank">UC Total Compensation Estimator</a> to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

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Please apply via this link: https://jobs.ucla.edu/jobs/5537

The California Supreme Court Applicant Evaluation and Nomination Committee invites qualified candidates to apply for a newly vacant State Bar Court Hearing Dept. position in Los Angeles. The term begins on appointment by the California Supreme Court and ends October 31, 2028. The State Bar Court is an independent, administrative arm of the California Supreme Court that makes recommendations on attorney discipline and admissions. Please read the fact sheet for details and a link to the application. Apply by January 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. 

We also encourage you to share this opportunity with your network, colleagues, and any others that you think may benefit from this opportunity.

For questions, please contact AENC@calbar.ca.gov.  

Comments Sought:

10 new proposals have been posted to the California Courts website, at 

http://www.courts.ca.gov/policyadmin-invitationstocomment.htm

Judicial Branch Technology

 

W25-01

 

Judicial Branch Technology: Rules for Adoption of Technology and Data Security Guidelines

Summary: The Court Executives Advisory Committee (CEAC) and the Information Technology Advisory Committee (ITAC) propose amending one rule and adopting one rule to create a process for adopting and revising technology and data security guidelines for the courts and the Judicial Council. This proposal originated with the Joint Information Security Governance Subcommittee, which reviews and recommends security-related guidelines, policies, and other proposals for action by ITAC and CEAC.

 

Appellate and Civil and Small Claims

 

W25-02

 

CEQA Actions: New Projects and Fees for Expedited Review

Summary: The Appellate Advisory Committee and the Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee recommend amending California Rules of Court for the expedited resolution of actions and proceedings brought under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). As mandated by the Legislature, the Judicial Council previously adopted rules and established procedures to implement a statutory scheme for the expedited resolution of actions and proceedings brought under CEQA challenging certain projects that qualified for such streamlined procedures. This proposal amends several rules to implement recent legislation requiring inclusion of specified additional projects and removal of certain other projects for streamlined review. The committees also recommend the amendment of two rules to implement statutory provisions requiring that, for the new category of projects, the council, by rule of court, establish fees to be paid by project applicants to the courts for the additional costs of streamlined CEQA review.

 

Civil and Small Claims

 

W25-03

 

Civil Practice and Procedure: Termination of Complex Coordination Proceedings and Actions

Summary: The Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee proposes amending California Rules of Court, rule 3.545 and adopting rule 3.546 to modify the procedures courts must follow when terminating coordinated actions and to specify procedures for terminating coordination proceedings. This proposal aims to address procedural concerns first raised by a superior court judge who has managed numerous coordination proceedings.

 

Criminal Law

 

W25-04

 

Criminal Law: Felony Plea Form

Summary: The Criminal Law Advisory Committee proposes adding two new advisements to the felony plea form in light of recent case law and Proposition 36 (“The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act”) approved by voters in the General Election on November 5, 2024. The committee also recommends clarifying language about the factual basis for the plea.

 

W25-05

 

Criminal Law: New Postconviction Retail Crime Restraining Order

Summary: The Criminal Law Advisory Committee proposes a new retail crime restraining order to implement Assembly Bill 3209 (Stats. 2024, ch. 169). The order would prohibit defendants convicted of specified offenses from entering the premises of a protected retail establishment for up to two years.

 

Family and Juvenile Law

 

W25-06

 

Juvenile Law: Restitution Orders

Summary: Assembly Bill 1186 (Bonta; Stats. 2024, ch. 805) amended provisions of the Penal Code and the Welfare and Institutions Code regarding restitution liability in criminal and juvenile court, including eliminating joint and several liability for co-offending children in juvenile delinquency cases. The Family and Juvenile Law Advisory Committee proposes revising the restitution order and instructions forms to delete joint and several liability for juvenile co-offenders, address restitution apportionment in juvenile court orders, and clarify the liability of others who may be ordered to pay restitution in criminal and juvenile proceedings. In addition, the committee proposes revisions to allow for use of the order when a child under informal supervision has stipulated to restitution.

 

Protective Orders

 

W25-07

 

Protective Orders: New Civil Retail Crime Restraining Order

Summary: The Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee proposes amending three California Rules of Court, adopting six Judicial Council forms for mandatory use, and approving two information sheets in a new forms series to implement recent legislation creating a new civil retail crime restraining order.

 

Probate and Mental Health

 

W25-08

 

Rules and Forms: Additional CARE Act Legislation

Summary: The Probate and Mental Health Advisory Committee proposes amending three rules of court, adopting one form, approving two forms, revising three forms, adopting one standard of judicial administration, and renaming a title in the standards of judicial administration to implement recently enacted Senate Bills 42 (Stats. 2024, ch. 640), 1323 (Stats. 2024, ch. 646), and 1400 (Stats. 2024, ch. 647). The legislation amended both substantive and procedural aspects of the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Act. In addition, the committee also proposes revisions to certain forms in response to feedback from members of the public regarding the forms’ readability and ease of use.

 

W25-09

 

Probate Conservatorship and Guardianship: Notice of Change of Residence and Notice of Death

Summary: The Probate and Mental Health Advisory Committee proposes amending two rules of court andrevising six forms in response to recent legislation. Senate Bill 1106 (Stats. 2024, ch. 455)expands the duty of a conservator or guardian of the person to give notice before the change ofresidence of a conservatee or ward and requires a conservator to give notice, electronically ifpossible, of any arrangements they have made for a deceased conservatee’s funeral or similar memorial service. The proposed changes would also update the rules and forms to conform to other amendments to the law, including the statutory authorization of electronic delivery of notices and other papers in specified circumstances, as well as make technical, clarifying, and conforming changes.

 

W25-10

 

Decedents’ Estates: Succession to Real Property of Small Value

Summary: The Probate and Mental Health Advisory Committee proposes revising two forms in response to recent legislation that changed the statutory procedure for claiming succession to real property by raising the maximum value of the property claimed to $750,000 and limiting the application of the procedure to succession to a decedent’s primary residence in California. The proposed form revisions would conform to these changes and make technical and formatting corrections.

 

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Tuesday, January 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

You can sign up to judge by clicking HERE.

NEW - MCLE Credit Hours: The State Bar of California has recently approved a new measure to allow attorneys to get up to two (2) hours of participatory MCLE credit for serving as a volunteer judge at a mock trial competition. Each of our trials last up to three hours, so judging even one trial can both help our students AND help you earn two participatory credit hours. 

The trials: The trials are approximately three hours long and require no preparation. There will be two days of trials, both consisting of a morning round from ~9:00 to 12:00 PM and then an afternoon round from ~2:00 to 5:00 PM. Depending on your availability, you can judge as many or as few as you would like.

The case: This year’s case is a civil matter about the death of millionaire Avery Bancroft while aboard a train in Australia. Mr. Bancroft's adult child, Taylor Hopson, who was also onboard the train at the time, was set to inherit Bancroft's estate ($400+ million). Now, Shannon Shahid, who is Mr. Bancroft's only other child, has brought a Slayer Statute proceeding, alleging that Hospson caused their father's death and therefore cannot inherit. The evidence, charges and witnesses available vary across the rounds, which makes each trial unique and interesting to watch.

Judge orientation: Before each round, we will hold a 30-minute judge orientation session. In that session, we will explain how to judge the trials, how to score the trial ballot, and other logistics. No other preparation is needed to judge (i.e., you don’t need to read any part of the case ahead of time).

Judge check-in will open 30 minutes before the orientation session, making morning check-in at 8:00 AM and afternoon check-in at 1:00 PM each day. During both days of the trials, we will be providing bagels, coffee and lunch.

Here's the link to sign up for our tournaments this year: https://forms.gle/wHJb8vSWpH9din4o8

Attached please find newly adopted and amended rule(s) with the effective date of January 1, 2025. These rules were adopted by the Judicial Council at its September 20, 2024, business meeting. 

2024-09-20-rules-effective-01-01-2025.pdf

Judicial Branch Administration

SP24-12

Title: Judicial Branch Administration: Tactical Plan for Technology 2025–2026

Summary: California Rules of Court, rule 10.53(b)(8) (Link A) requires that the Information Technology Advisory Committee develop and recommend a tactical technology plan with input from the individual appellate and trial courts. The Information Technology Advisory Committee designated its Tactical Plan Workstream to develop the 2025–2026 tactical plan to outline the technology initiatives and projects that provide a road map for achieving the technology goals for the branch.

The Tactical Plan Workstream now seeks input on the draft Tactical Plan for Technology 2025–2026 (Attachment A) by December 9, 2024. Incorporating feedback from across the branch, our judicial partners, and the public is essential for the success of this plan.

Deadline: Comments must be submitted by Monday, December 09, 2024, at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time)

 The City of Anaheim is recruiting a Deputy City Attorney III or IV to support the Public Utilities Department. This role is on-site (not remote) and requires at least 4 years of experience, ideally in municipal, utilities, or public works law, with an emphasis on transactional work. This position offers a competitive salary, collaborative work environment in a team of two other attorneys, and exposure to high-profile utility-industry projects. Application deadline: November 27.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/anaheim/jobs/4713705/jobs

The Anaheim City Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced litigation attorney with knowledge of municipal law to fill the position of Deputy City Attorney III or IV. The successful candidate will represent the City in civil litigation, administrative hearings, arbitrations, and appeals, primarily in the areas of municipal law, tort liability, civil rights, and employment law.

• Experience with an electronic case management system(s) is also highly desired. 
• Deputy City Attorney III: Four years of increasingly responsible litigation experience and an additional two years of journey-level litigation experience.
• Deputy City Attorney IV:  Six years of increasingly responsible litigation experience and an additional two years of journey-level litigation experience.
• Application Deadline: December 6, 2024, 5:00 PM.
• Link to posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/4721934-0/deputy-city-attorney-iii-or-iv-litigation

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Officers & Directors of the Orange County Women Lawyers Association!

https://conta.cc/3CdBnvr

The installation ceremony will be held during the OCWLA Holiday Reception & Installation Dinner on December 5, 2024. Join us in celebrating the dedication and leadership of our new board members.

The Central District of California is pleased to announce it will launch an Opt-Out Civil Consent to Magistrate Judges Program on December 1, 2024. Designed to relieve court congestion and utilize the breadth of the Central District’s Magistrate Judges’ expertise, this Program will assign a portion of the Court’s civil cases upon filing directly to a Magistrate Judge.

Please see the attached press release and notice from the clerk for additional information. They are also available on the Court’s website under News Announcements.

2024-11-01 Notice - New Opt Out Consent to MJ Program.pdf

2024-11-01 Press Release - Opt Out Consent to MJ Program.pdf