New Hampshire Commission for Human Rights

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION INVESTIGATOR

HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

$37,849.50 - $44,538.00

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SCOPE OF WORK: Investigate charges of discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation in order to enforce state and federal law by collecting and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, applying facts to law, culminating in written court worthy reports which recommend probable cause or no probable cause findings of discrimination to Commissioner. Conduct public outreach and information on behalf of the Commission on the law against discrimination and, within employment, all federal employment- related statutes.

Closing date: May 31, 2013

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Defines scope of investigation by developing a case plan. Identifies the legal questions in the case and the legal standards applicable to narrow scope of investigation. Identifies affirmative defenses. Develops a timeline of chronological events. Determines witnesses who will be interviewed and what evidence will be sought. Develops a timeline by which the case will be investigated and concluded.
Writes clear and accurate charges; court worthy investigative reports and orders, makes interpretations requiring considerable study, analysis, and legal research.
Keeps current with changing field of law and administrative rule requirements, including any changes that may impact meeting federal contract deadlines.
Screens, interviews, and prepares or rejects charges of discrimination; requiring an ability to quickly spot legal issues. Provides referrals to citizens to appropriate state agencies, non-profits, non-governmental organizations.
Manages active, open caseload of 40 to 50 matters in differing stages of investigation requiring excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Maintains contact with the public, all contact with parties and their counsel; records information and data for intake contact and EEO issues. Reads, writes, and communicates efficiently and effectively with the public including employers, housing providers, managers, business owners, employees, potential employees, tenants, attorneys, and members of the General Court regarding compliance with discrimination laws.
Facilitates settlement negotiations or refers to mediation where appropriate. Works as part of a team which caucuses cases and shares ideas and techniques within the NH Commission, and with like Commissions from other states.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university.

Experience: Three years' experience in fair employment practices, social work, pre-law, journalism, human resources or related experience. Each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Employee will be required to pay agency/union fee.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Thorough knowledge of approved principles, practices and procedures of investigatory work; of the United States Civil Rights Act of 1964, state anti-discrimination laws, Title VII (E.E.O.C.) compliance procedures, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing), and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; of current anti-discrimination court decisions. Ability to compile evidence; demonstrate objectivity and fairness in dealing with complainants and respondents and/or their agents; and provide clear and concise reports. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

CONTACT PERSON: For further information regarding this position, please contact Roxanne Juliano, Assistant Director at (603) 271-2051, or Roxanne.Juliano@nh.gov

HOW TO APPLY: An official application for employment may be obtained from and returned to New Hampshire Division of Personnel, 25 Capitol Street, Concord, New Hampshire 03301 (603) 271-3261 or 3262 and may be submitted via email to nhjobs@nh.gov. In addition, applications are available at www.admin.state.nh.us/hr. Please include a writing sample with your completed application. *** In order to receive credit for post-secondary education, a copy of official transcripts with a seal and/or a signature MUST be included with the application. If copies of transcripts have been requested please reference this and have them forwarded to the Human Resources office at the recruiting agency. ***

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

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