Join our team!The City of Saint Paul is hiring a Human Rights Investigator I to help address alleged discrimination and human rights this role you will conduct fair thorough and impartial investigations under local state and federal human rights laws. Youll support consistent enforcement of the Citys Human Rights Ordinance and help ensure individuals have access to equitable and respectful processes.
Heres what you can expect to do:
Investigate human rights complaints by gathering facts interviewing parties and witnesses reviewing records and applying applicable laws and ordinances.
Analyze information and document findings by evaluating evidence identifying relevant issues and preparing clear well-supported investigative reports and summaries.
Communicate with complainants respondents and stakeholders to explain processes timelines and requirements in a respectful neutral and understandable manner.
Manage a caseload effectively balancing multiple investigations meeting deadlines and maintaining accurate and complete case documentation.
Support education and outreach efforts by assisting with public information responding to inquiries and promoting understanding of human rights protections and investigative processes.
For more information and essential functions see our Human Rights Investigator I job description.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages and a variety of excellent benefits including health insurance retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial cultural and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Requirements must be met by one of the following:
Two years of relevant college coursework. Four years of progressively responsible professional experience in two of the following areas: Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity compliance civil/human rights investigation professional work with diverse communities or client consultation.
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A Bachelors Degree in Civil Rights/Human Rights Social Work Public Policy Public Administration Business Administration or a related field. Two years of progressively responsible professional experience in two of the following areas: Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity compliance civil/human rights investigation professional work with diverse communities or client consultation.
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An advanced related degree such as Law can be substituted for one year of professional experience in two of the following areas: Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity compliance civil/human rights investigation professional work with diverse communities or client consultation.
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Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview job simulation work sample submission or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening:This position requires a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer if qualifying based on education.The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veterans Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veterans preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans women persons of color members of the LGBTQIA community and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.