General Job Information

Job Summary

Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, the District of Columbia Office of Human Rights (OHR) is one of the country’s premier civil rights enforcement agencies.

Our team is comprised of a diverse group of individuals who share a commitment to social justice. We are currently seeking a talented individual to fill one of our Supervisory Equal Opportunity Specialist positions.

This vacancy is located within the Enforcement Division. We are in search of a candidate with strong management and supervisory skills to supervise a team of experienced investigators and intake officers.

The incumbent should have strong EEO and / or Fair Housing experience, as well as advanced knowledge of local and federal civil rights laws.

Duties and Responsibilities

Incumbent supervises, directs, assigns and reviews the work of each investigator (also referred to as Equal Opportunity Specialists or Human Rights Officers) and corresponding support staff.

To ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and procedures, supervision includes : (1) reviewing employees' work in progress, or upon completion;

2) resolving problems related to assigned tasks; and (3) resolving problems regarding the quality, quantity of work and operational effectiveness.

Ensures that all investigators on the team develop investigation plans consistent with the claims listed in the docketed charge and that all cases are investigated as stated in the investigation plan.

Works in tandem with an assigned Attorney Advisor to review docketed charges, make a probable cause or no probable cause recommendation after investigation has been completed, and review the Office's Letter of Determination for Director's signature.

Works under the supervision of the Director and Deputy Director to establish goals and objectives regarding agency performance goals.

Convenes and leads regular staff meetings with subordinates, addressing developments in EEO and OHR case processing standards, and customer service.

Sets priorities for timely completion of assignments, conducts official evaluations of subordinate staffs work performance;

approves or disapproves requests for leave; resolves complaints; interviews candidates to fill positions in the office; and makes recommendations for appointments, promotions, reassignments, training or performance awards as appropriate.

Drafts and reviews letters of determination for accuracy and work integrity as well as provides ongoing feedback on the work and drafts completed by all subordinates.

Incumbent also supervises volunteers, legal interns, contractors, support staff and others engaged in investigative or administrative activities.

Collaborates with other supervisors and Office of the General Counsel on overall major procedural changes affecting the overall operation of the agency, and communicates any major policy or procedural changes to the Director, prior to implementing the proposed change.

Investigates special and complex complaints of discrimination and drafts and reviews Letters of Determination of these cases to ensure a comprehensive investigation has been completed.

Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position which has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skill and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None

Work Conditions / Environment

The work is performed in an office which is an adequately heated, lighted, and ventilated and in the field.

Other Significant Factors

Tour of Duty : Monday Friday 9 : 00 AM 5 : 30PM

Promotion Potential : No Known Promotion Potential

Pay Plan, Series and Grade : MS-0360-14

Collective Bargaining Unit : MSS Non Union

Duration of Appointment : Career Service Permanent

Position Designation : This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guidelines of the DC Personnel Manual.

Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations.

Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

Essential Designation : This position has been designated as an essential employee position under the provisions of the District Personnel Manual, Chapter 12.

As such, your services may be required in emergency situations to perform crucial duties, , snow removal, debris removal, transportation, shelter operation, food distribution, and communications.

These duties may be performed when the government is closed or when most employees are dismissed early. Critical District government operations cannot be suspended or interrupted during emergency situations.

EEO Statement : The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Last updated : 2024-04-28