On October 22, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom announced several appointments to state departments and commissions in California. The appointments include leadership roles in civil rights, legal examination, and correctional standards.
Jamie Gillette of Sacramento has been named Chief Deputy Director at the California Civil Rights Department. Gillette has over 20 years of experience and has served as Deputy Director of Enforcement since 2019. She previously held positions at the California Franchise Tax Board. The role pays $193,044 and does not require Senate confirmation. Gillette is registered with no party preference.
Crosby Burns of Mill Valley has been appointed to the Committee of Bar Examiners at the State Bar of California. Burns is currently Deputy County Executive for Marin County and has worked in both public and private sectors, including at Qualtrics, McKinsey & Company, and the Massachusetts state government. He holds advanced degrees from Harvard University and UC Berkeley. This position is unpaid and does not require Senate confirmation. Burns is a Democrat…