Manages a sizeable investigative caseload and conducts investigations of charges of discrimination of a complex nature in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, credit and delivery of services. Investigative tasks include, but are not limited to: collection and analysis of statistical, comparative and direct evidence of discrimination; coordination and execution of Predetermination Conferences before an agency Commissioner; coordination and execution of independent fact-finding conferences; preparation for and conduct of in-person, on-site and telephonic interviews of parties and witnesses. Negotiates with complainants, respondents and their representatives to achieve settlement when possible. Applies laws and regulations to evidence gathered to prepare detailed and comprehensive written summary recommendations for consideration by agency Commissioners. Drafts formal complaints of discrimination following Probable Cause findings. Handles in-person and telephonic inquiries related to charge filing, reviews intake questionnaires and related documents containing allegations of discrimination to determine jurisdiction. Attends training conferences, to include out-of-state travel. Participates in administrative hearings, depositions and related proceedings as required. Assists in training/mentoring student interns and staff members. Represents the agency on committees and task forces as required. Conducts outreach/training to the public on state and federal antidiscrimination laws as required. Plans and executes related or assigned projects. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Such as may be gained through graduation from an accredited four (4)-year college, with a preferred degree in a related field, or, completion of two (2) years of college coupled with two (2) years’ experience in a related field; and
Experience: Such as may be gained through two (2) years’ experience as an Investigator at the Commission for Human Rights, employment involving gathering and analyzing evidence/information, conducting civil rights investigations, interpreting and/or applying civil rights law, working with groups involved with protected classes, communicating effectively both orally and in writing, preparing reports of a complex nature, heightened computer skills;
OR: Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above
Supplemental InformationGeneral Statement of Duties: Conducts investigations of charges of discrimination of a complex nature and resolves charges when feasible. Assists the Commission in enforcement of and compliance with Rhode Island antidiscrimination laws and related federal laws. Assumes computer functions. Performs other related duties as required.BenefitsFor information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college, preferably with a related degree
- Alternatively, completion of two years of college combined with two years of related experience
- Two years of experience as a Commission for Human Rights investigator or in related evidence gathering, civil rights investigations, civil rights law, protected-class groups, complex reporting, communication, and computer functions
- Any substantially equivalent combination of education and experience
What We Do
The State of Rhode Island is the official government entity responsible for the administration, governance, and delivery of public services to the citizens and residents of the state of Rhode Island.
