eDiscovery Specialist

The California Civil Rights Department is hiring an eDiscovery Specialist. This role supports civil rights litigation by setting up review workspaces, running searches, producing documents, and developing eDiscovery project strategies using RelativityOne and other advanced software. The Specialist works under the Legal Division Manager and collaborates with attorneys, investigators, and paralegals to provide technical ESI support in state and federal civil cases and government investigations. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining discretion with sensitive evidence. The position offers one telework day per week and onsite work four days per week. It is represented by the SEIU 1000 bargaining unit 1, and successful completion of a mandatory one‑year probationary period grants permanent civil service status. Benefits Pension through CALPERS Medical, dental, and vision insurance Medical benefits into retirement Deferred compensation options: 401(k) and 457(b) Leave benefits (vacation, sick, or annual leave) Paid holidays Life insurance ScholarShare (college savings account) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Minimum Requirements Legal Analyst Desirable Qualifications Experience administering Relativity or similar eDiscovery platforms Familiarity with and editing ESI load files Understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle (identification, collection, processing, review, production) Experience handling various ESI types and their metadata Proficiency in Excel for data manipulation Knowledge of basic eDiscovery analytics/AI concepts Understanding of civil litigation discovery procedures, including privilege, responsiveness, and redaction Evidence of continuing education in law or paralegal coursework Modern office skills and effective business English communication Logical reasoning and situational analysis Organizational and multi‑tasking skills for concurrent matters Creative problem‑solving abilities Effective communication, listening, and collaboration skills Additional Desirable Qualifications Dedication to the mission of the California Civil Rights Department, evidence of continuing education, self‑learning, or prior experience in electronic discovery support. #J-18808-Ljbffr