CIVIL RIGHTS SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL MANAGER IV) - REQ# 41830

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62764

Job Requisition ID: 41830

Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Techncial Manager IV

Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,432 Monthly; Full Range: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website.

State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number REQ#41830 - IPR#47620

Position Overview
This position is accountable for providing technical and administrative support for confidential and sensitive civil rights matters by performing thorough complaint investigations, providing accurate data collection and statistical analyses for civil rights complaints, and ensuring compliance with civil rights laws and regulations within the Illinois Department of Transportation's (IDOT) Regions 3, 4, and 5.

Essential Functions

• Investigates, documents, and analyzes information to prepare reports and make recommendations on complaints of employment discrimination and harassment.
• Provides accurate analyses and statistical data for monitoring personnel transactions and implementing the AA plan. Assists with ensuring compliance with state/federal civil rights laws for the assigned geographical areas.
• Represents the department in judicial and administrative proceedings resulting from discrimination complaints. May be required to present completed investigations to the Civil Rights Committee.
• Provides civil rights counseling and/or training to management staff and employees so that all levels of employees are informed of their rights and obligations.
• Assists in the development of civil rights training programs for management staff and employees.
• Performs other AA related duties as required and/or assigned.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conductive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree majoring in business, public administration, human services, social sciences, or legal studies PLUS two years of experience completing investigation reports, processing human resource documents, interpreting state/federal civil rights laws, conducting criminal or civil investigations, analyzing and/or auditing organizational policies, investigating discrimination complaints, or any combination thereof; OR Eight years of experience completing investigation reports, processing human resource documents, interpreting state/federal civil rights laws, conducting criminal or civil investigations, analyzing and/or auditing organizational policies, investigating discrimination complaints, or any combination thereof.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of state and federal civil rights laws and regulations
• Ability to investigate, document, analyze, and provide accurate statistical analyses and reports
• Ability to develop and maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials, and external entities
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Conditions of Employment

• The Conditions of Employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
• Requires a valid driver’s license
• Requires occasional statewide travel with overnight stays
• Requires successful completion of a background screening

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Civil Rights Specialist.

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois.

Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling).
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually.
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually.
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually.
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62764-0001

Work Office: Office of Business & Workforce Diversity/Bureau of Civil Rights

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation ; Employee Services; Legal, Audit & Compliance; Social Services

If you meet the qualifications for this position, please follow the link and apply today! https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfield-CIVIL-RIGHTS-SPECIALIST-(TECHNICAL-MANAGER-IV)-IL-62764/1218808100/

*If you have questions about the Job Responsibilities or Qualifications, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed above

*If you have questions about the application process, please reach out to DOT.Recruitment@Illinois.gov

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,432.00 - $9,713.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Springfield, IL 62764

Salary : $5,432 - $9,713