SIGNAL HILL, Calif. — The California Civil Rights Department announced a $93,000 settlement with the City of Signal Hill following allegations that the city violated the California Fair Chance Act by rescinding a job offer based on an applicant’s criminal history.
According to the CRD, the complaint involved an applicant who sought a position as a water systems operator in the city’s Public Works Department. The position included responsibilities such as repairing hydrants and pipelines, reading water meters, treating groundwater and providing customer service.
The CRD stated that the applicant successfully completed multiple rounds of interviews and received a conditional offer of employment. However, after conducting a background check, the city allegedly withdrew the offer without following procedures required under the Fair Chance Act…