State of Washington
Civil Rights Investigator 4
State of Washington, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
This posting may be used to fill a vacancy in Olympia or Spokane, Washington.
Application review will begin immediately. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time, so it will be in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. Schedule : The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM. **These positions are eligible for remote/telework
within
Washington State three (3) days per week, with two (2) days in office. You may be required to work occasional evening or weekend hours as required to meet investigative needs for specific cases with o
ccasional on-site visits to properties identified in discrimination complaints, including housing, businesses, and/or places of public accommodation, conferences, and training venues.
Agency Profile:
The Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) was created by the Legislature in 1949, the WSHRC is responsible for administering and enforcing the
Washington Law Against Discrimination
(WLAD)
.
The mission of the WSHRC is to eliminate and prevent discrimination in Washington State through the fair application of the law, efficient use of resources, and establishment of productive partnerships in the community.
What you will be doing: This position supports/contributes to the mission of the organization, which is to eliminate and prevent discrimination. You will conduct investigations of discrimination complaints and will provide technical assistance and interpretation of application and enforcement of civil rights law, Commission policy and procedures, declaratory rulings and formal opinions of the Executive Director. You will be participating actively in outreach and education and provide expert guidance and leadership to Human Rights Commission staff in the areas of case investigation and analysis. Incumbents function independently with minimal guidance and supervision. You will provide training to the Investigator 1/2/3 positions, direction regarding priority of assigned tasks and duties, and will identify areas of focus and/or proposed case processing changes for supervisor consideration. Some of what you’ll enjoying doing includes: Investigates complaints of discrimination, including complaints of a complex nature. Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations on reconsideration petitions. Provides training to Human Rights Commission staff. Develops training materials, guidance, and model forms/policies. Conducts review of Investigator 1/2/3 case work including, but not limited to, intakes, draft complaints, investigative plans, interview memoranda, requests for information, findings, and settlement agreements. Reviews individual Investigator 1/2/3 caseloads and provides guidance on prioritizing tasks and duties. Acts as HUD/EEOC liaison in absence of Operations/Fair Housing Manager. Provides highly specialized technical assistance and interpretation of application and enforcement of civil rights law and related laws, including, but not limited to: WSHRC RCWs and WACs, substantially similar federal statutes, Commission policy and procedural development, Declaratory Rulings and formal Opinions of the Executive Director, and Regulations and Guidelines. REQUIRED: Four (4) years experience as an Investigator 3 OR Five (5) years of professional experience with major work assignments emphasizing civil rights law enforcement and/or investigation, Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Housing, personnel administration, labor relations, alternative dispute resolution or related work. NOTE: Bachelor’s degree with a focus on investigation, sociology, behavioral sciences, or other position-related areas will substitute for two (2) years of experience. Masters in position-related field or law degree will substitute for three (3) years of professional experience. PREFERRED: WRITING & PRESENTATION SKILLS : Ability to prepare detailed, well-reasoned formal determinations. Work product seldom requires revision and is crafted to withstand legal scrutiny and federal partner-agency review. Experience organizing and documenting work on complex investigations. LEADERSHIP : Demonstrated experience overseeing the work of others. Ability to effectively communicate guidance to Level 1, 2 and 3 investigators, serve as a lead and direct the work of an investigative unit or team, and conduct review of work product. PROFESSIONALISM : Demonstrated ability to establish productive working relationships with diverse clients/constituents and adhere to ethics and confidentiality requirements. Experience working in a neutral capacity (as opposed to advocate/agent/representative capacities). Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:
A
letter of interest , describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting; A
current resume
, detailing experience, and education; A
writing sample
that shows any combination of the skills listed in the duties section of the posting; and A current list of at least
three (3) professional references
with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)
NOTE:
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the “duties summary” section or supplemental questions of the application.
Please do not “refer to resume” for detail, or your application may be disqualified. NOTE:
This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Opportunity for All: The Human Rights Commission celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.
Contact Information:
For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at (360) 407-8446 or email
jobs@des.wa.gov
.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Application review will begin immediately. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time, so it will be in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. Schedule : The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM. **These positions are eligible for remote/telework
within
Washington State three (3) days per week, with two (2) days in office. You may be required to work occasional evening or weekend hours as required to meet investigative needs for specific cases with o
ccasional on-site visits to properties identified in discrimination complaints, including housing, businesses, and/or places of public accommodation, conferences, and training venues.
Agency Profile:
The Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) was created by the Legislature in 1949, the WSHRC is responsible for administering and enforcing the
Washington Law Against Discrimination
(WLAD)
.
The mission of the WSHRC is to eliminate and prevent discrimination in Washington State through the fair application of the law, efficient use of resources, and establishment of productive partnerships in the community.
What you will be doing: This position supports/contributes to the mission of the organization, which is to eliminate and prevent discrimination. You will conduct investigations of discrimination complaints and will provide technical assistance and interpretation of application and enforcement of civil rights law, Commission policy and procedures, declaratory rulings and formal opinions of the Executive Director. You will be participating actively in outreach and education and provide expert guidance and leadership to Human Rights Commission staff in the areas of case investigation and analysis. Incumbents function independently with minimal guidance and supervision. You will provide training to the Investigator 1/2/3 positions, direction regarding priority of assigned tasks and duties, and will identify areas of focus and/or proposed case processing changes for supervisor consideration. Some of what you’ll enjoying doing includes: Investigates complaints of discrimination, including complaints of a complex nature. Reviews, analyzes and makes recommendations on reconsideration petitions. Provides training to Human Rights Commission staff. Develops training materials, guidance, and model forms/policies. Conducts review of Investigator 1/2/3 case work including, but not limited to, intakes, draft complaints, investigative plans, interview memoranda, requests for information, findings, and settlement agreements. Reviews individual Investigator 1/2/3 caseloads and provides guidance on prioritizing tasks and duties. Acts as HUD/EEOC liaison in absence of Operations/Fair Housing Manager. Provides highly specialized technical assistance and interpretation of application and enforcement of civil rights law and related laws, including, but not limited to: WSHRC RCWs and WACs, substantially similar federal statutes, Commission policy and procedural development, Declaratory Rulings and formal Opinions of the Executive Director, and Regulations and Guidelines. REQUIRED: Four (4) years experience as an Investigator 3 OR Five (5) years of professional experience with major work assignments emphasizing civil rights law enforcement and/or investigation, Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Housing, personnel administration, labor relations, alternative dispute resolution or related work. NOTE: Bachelor’s degree with a focus on investigation, sociology, behavioral sciences, or other position-related areas will substitute for two (2) years of experience. Masters in position-related field or law degree will substitute for three (3) years of professional experience. PREFERRED: WRITING & PRESENTATION SKILLS : Ability to prepare detailed, well-reasoned formal determinations. Work product seldom requires revision and is crafted to withstand legal scrutiny and federal partner-agency review. Experience organizing and documenting work on complex investigations. LEADERSHIP : Demonstrated experience overseeing the work of others. Ability to effectively communicate guidance to Level 1, 2 and 3 investigators, serve as a lead and direct the work of an investigative unit or team, and conduct review of work product. PROFESSIONALISM : Demonstrated ability to establish productive working relationships with diverse clients/constituents and adhere to ethics and confidentiality requirements. Experience working in a neutral capacity (as opposed to advocate/agent/representative capacities). Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position:
A
letter of interest , describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting; A
current resume
, detailing experience, and education; A
writing sample
that shows any combination of the skills listed in the duties section of the posting; and A current list of at least
three (3) professional references
with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)
NOTE:
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not substitute for completing the “duties summary” section or supplemental questions of the application.
Please do not “refer to resume” for detail, or your application may be disqualified. NOTE:
This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
Opportunity for All: The Human Rights Commission celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization.
Contact Information:
For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Angie Anderson at (360) 407-8446 or email
jobs@des.wa.gov
.
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. #J-18808-Ljbffr