What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hum Rgts Compliance Enfmt Officer I position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
Description
Do you have a passion for civil rights and the preservation of those rights for others?
The Kentucky Commission on Human Rights (KCHR) is the premier civil and human rights agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The mission of the Commission is to eradicate discrimination in the Commonwealth through enforcement of the Kentucky Civil Rights Act. To do this, the agency receives, investigates, and litigates complaints of discrimination.
KCHR looks for individuals who have a demonstrated passion for civil rights and years of experience working in civil rights and justice-oriented positions, on behalf of Kentucky’s protected classes. We seek persons who understand and are driven by the belief that all Kentuckians deserve to be treated equally, in relation to housing, employment and public accommodations, no matter who they are.
This Position provides investigative and enforcement services to assure compliance with laws and regulations administered by the Human Rights Commission in accordance with KRS 344. Under the guidance of a Human Rights Enforcement Officer II, this position conducts preliminary investigations to evaluate allegations of discrimination submitted to the Kentucky Human Rights Commission; and performs other duties as required.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of experience involving the investigation, interpretation, or enforcement in human rights activities, OR one year of legal research, administrative, labor relations, or community organization work.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in one of the above-mentioned fields will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title typically perform duties in an office setting or in a public forum.
Do you have a passion for civil rights and the preservation of those rights for others?
The Kentucky Commission on Human Rights (KCHR) is the premier civil and human rights agency in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The mission of the Commission is to eradicate discrimination in the Commonwealth through enforcement of the Kentucky Civil Rights Act. To do this, the agency receives, investigates, and litigates complaints of discrimination.
KCHR looks for individuals who have a demonstrated passion for civil rights and years of experience working in civil rights and justice-oriented positions, on behalf of Kentucky’s protected classes. We seek persons who understand and are driven by the belief that all Kentuckians deserve to be treated equally, in relation to housing, employment and public accommodations, no matter who they are.
This Position provides investigative and enforcement services to assure compliance with laws and regulations administered by the Human Rights Commission in accordance with KRS 344. Under the guidance of a Human Rights Enforcement Officer II, this position conducts preliminary investigations to evaluate allegations of discrimination submitted to the Kentucky Human Rights Commission; and performs other duties as required.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
- Conducts thorough, timely and impartial investigations of complaints.
- Secures documents and evidence needed for the investigation. Compiles statistics through interviews and witnesses.
- Prepares a proposed determination on each assigned case, using evidence from both parties, forming the nucleus for the recommendations on findings.
- Consults with Legal Staff on conclusions to be drawn from evidence.
- Prepares detailed and clearly written reports.
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of experience involving the investigation, interpretation, or enforcement in human rights activities, OR one year of legal research, administrative, labor relations, or community organization work.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in one of the above-mentioned fields will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title typically perform duties in an office setting or in a public forum.
Salary : $3,178 - $4,768
