Civil Rights Specialist

• Job Title: Civil Rights Specialist Civil Rights Investigations Case Analysis

• Location: State of Indiana

• Work Arrangement: Onsite

• Onsite Requirement: MondayFriday

• Number of Openings: Not Provided

• Employment Type: Contract

• Estimated Start Date: Not Provided

• Estimated End Date: Not Provided

• Contract Duration: Not Provided

• Potential Extension/Renewal: Not Provided

• Submission/Application Deadline: Not Provided

• Work Schedule: MondayFriday

• Working Hours: 7.5 hours per day

• Available Schedule Options: 8:00 AM4:30 PM, 8:30 AM5:00 PM, or 9:00 AM5:30 PM, depending on candidate preference and operational needs

• Hours Per Week: 37.5 hours

• Travel: Up to 10% field travel may be required

• Candidate Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

• Education: Accredited college training in specified subject areas may substitute for the required professional experience on a year-for-year basis

• Interview Process: In-person interview required; candidates advancing to the second round must be available for a practical assessment during the same week or following week

The Civil Rights Specialist will review assigned cases and apply standardized regulations and procedures to evaluate civil rights complaints, analyze evidence, and make recommendations regarding probable cause.

The position involves conducting investigations, interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses, preparing written case analyses, facilitating mediation and conciliation, negotiating settlements, and monitoring compliance with consent agreements.

The specialist will work within established guidelines while exercising independent judgment when necessary. The role requires strong analytical, investigative, communication, organizational, and negotiation abilities, along with a thorough understanding of state and federal civil rights laws.

The position also involves educating the public and establishing effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and members of the public.

Accredited college training in any one or a combination of the following subject areas may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis:

• Law

• Sociology

• Psychology

• Labor Relations

• Public Administration

• Human Resources

• Business Administration

No separate mandatory degree requirement is specified in the source.

1. Professional Experience 4 Years

• Four years of full-time professional experience in affirmative action, business administration, civil rights, labor relations, law, public administration, public relations, social services, workforce development, or related experience

2. Analytical and Writing Skills 4 Years

• Strong analytical and writing ability to assess complex information and communicate findings clearly

3. Civil Rights Laws and Regulations 4 Years

• Thorough understanding of Indiana Civil Rights Laws, Commission rules and regulations, HUD and EEOC standards, and relevant court decisions

4. Organizational and Caseload Management 4 Years

• Exceptional organizational skills to manage a heavy caseload in a fast-paced environment

5. Additional Required Knowledge and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Indiana Civil Rights Law, Commission rules and regulations, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and EEOC rules and regulations, and court decisions falling within the area of Civil Rights

• Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices, and past and current trends of the Civil Rights field at the state and national levels

• Ability to secure and analyze data and testimony relevant to employment, housing, credit, public accommodation, and education areas covered by Indiana Civil Rights Law

• Ability to conduct difficult and involved investigations and make recommendations regarding case disposition

• Ability to facilitate good-faith negotiations with difficult individuals to reach agreements in the best interest of the involved parties and public good

• Ability to understand legal concepts and relate prior decisions to specific cases

• Ability to counsel individuals making inquiries regarding civil rights complaints and assist them with filing complaints

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Highly Desired

- Prior Civil Rights Case Experience 2 Years

• Experience reviewing civil rights cases, drafting agreements, and making recommendations

- Interviewing Experience 2 Years

• Experience conducting interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses

- Accredited college training in any areas of skill item #1 may be accepted in lieu of four years of experience

- Paralegal certification or graduate legal education and training

Additional Desired Skills

• Background in law and/or legal course of study

• Strong analytical and writing ability to assess complex information and communicate findings clearly

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and neutrality throughout case evaluations and interactions with parties and the public

• Exceptional organizational skills to manage a heavy caseload and prioritize tasks effectively

Civil Rights Investigation Case Analysis

• Conduct in-depth analysis of civil rights complaints to identify critical information and legal issues

• Review assigned cases and apply standardized regulations and procedures

• Analyze evidence, data, testimony, interviews, and observations relevant to civil rights complaints

• Prepare concise written case analyses documenting relevant facts, interviews, observations, and conclusions

• Prepare written summaries of investigations and make recommendations regarding probable cause

• Identify violations or non-violations and recommend appropriate case dispositions

• Evaluate cases to determine their suitability for mediation

Interviews Investigations

• Conduct and analyze interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses

• Conduct difficult and involved investigations

• Secure and analyze information relevant to employment, housing, credit, public accommodation, and education complaints

• Counsel individuals making inquiries regarding civil rights complaints and assist them in filing complaints

Mediation, Conciliation Negotiations

• Conduct mandatory conciliation attempts following findings of probable cause

• Attempt to resolve disputes through mediation

• Conduct conciliation conferences

• Draft consent agreements

• Negotiate settlements of civil rights disputes while considering the public interest and the best interests of the involved parties

• Facilitate good-faith negotiations with difficult individuals

Compliance Documentation

• Monitor compliance with consent agreements through onsite assessments and/or reviews of compliance reports

• Maintain monthly statistics on mediation, conciliation, and compliance activities

• Maintain and update appropriate case file records

• Ensure case documentation is technically accurate and adheres to established instructions

Hearings Public Outreach

• Occasionally testify at evidentiary and appeal hearings

• Establish effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and members of the public

• Serve as a resource to educate and train others regarding Civil Rights Laws and the work of the Commission

• Participate in affiliated public outreach and education events per year

Additional Responsibilities

• Make timely judgments when necessary in the absence of a supervisor

• Refer deviations from established guidelines to the supervisor for decisions

• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned

• Onsite position

• Monday through Friday

• 7.5 hours per day

• Available schedule options:

  • 8:00 AM4:30 PM

  • 8:30 AM5:00 PM

  • 9:00 AM5:30 PM

• Final schedule depends on candidate preference and operational needs

• Up to 10% field travel may be required

• In-person interview required

• Candidates advancing to the second round will participate in a practical assessment

• Candidates must be available for the second-round process during the same week or the following week

• Employment Type: Contract

• Hourly Pay Rate: $23.00

• Absence Policy: Absences exceeding two weeks must be approved in advance by management, and contact information must be provided so the resource can be reached during the absence

• The client reserves the right to dismiss a resource who does not return to work by the agreed-upon date

• Supervisory Responsibilities: The role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs

The strongest candidate is likely to have a professional background in civil rights, law, labor relations, public administration, social services, affirmative action, or business administration.

The ideal candidate should combine:

• At least four years of relevant full-time professional experience

• Strong knowledge of Indiana and federal civil rights laws, HUD and EEOC regulations, and relevant court decisions

• Strong investigative, analytical, and written communication abilities

• Experience evaluating complex complaints and interpreting evidence

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a substantial caseload

• The ability to remain neutral, maintain confidentiality, and communicate professionally with different parties

• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution abilities

A particularly competitive candidate would also have at least two years of experience reviewing civil rights cases, preparing consent agreements, making probable-cause recommendations, and interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses.

Candidates with a legal background, paralegal certification, or graduate legal education and training may offer additional value.

Candidates with only general administrative experience and no relevant investigative, analytical, legal, civil rights, or related professional background may be less aligned with the position.