Special Investigator

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: Two Vacancies. Open until filled.

Agency Information: Kansas Human Rights Commission

The mission of the Kansas Human Rights Commission is to prevent and eliminate discrimination and assure equal opportunities in employment relations, to eliminate and prevent discrimination, segregation or separation, and assure equal opportunities in places of public accommodations and housing. The Commission fulfills its mission through the receipt, investigation, and resolution of complaints alleging discriminatory practices. The Commission is a neutral, investigative agency. The Commission also conducts a public education program as a proactive measure to prevent discrimination.

When asked about our internal work culture, our dedicated team members share: “My job is interesting and rewarding”, “I proudly serve my community”, “I genuinely like the people I work with”, and “I enjoy the variety of my work.”

Agency Website: www.khrc.net

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone (External)

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 8 am to 5 pm - Monday through Friday; eligible for limited telework two days per week generally at about the six-month mark if production and quality standards are met and maintained.

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

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Location: Topeka (Shawnee County)

Compensation

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.25

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Eligible for limited telework two days per week after six months if production and quality standards are met and maintained

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: This position investigates complaints of alleged discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations under the Kansas Act Against Discrimination and the Kansas Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Employment cases may also be dual-filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and/or other applicable federal statutes.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: This position processes all assigned cases from start to finish, including, but not limited to, interviewing parties to the complaint; interviewing witnesses; determining, requesting and reviewing relevant files and records; preparing case progress reports; maintaining the investigative file; and writing the final summary of each case. Makes recommendations of "Probable Cause" or "No Probable Cause" for final determination by a Commissioner. Investigations are conducted in a thorough, neutral, fact-finding manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: One year experience in human resources, public or business administration, criminal justice or law, communications, psychology or social work. Education in communications, psychology, social work, public or business administration, criminal justice or law may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Licensing & Certification: Possess and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training or experience in State and Federal anti-discrimination laws, specifically the Kansas Act Against Discrimination, the Kansas Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and/or other applicable federal statutes.
• Two years of experience interviewing individuals
• Two years of experience in reading, interpreting, and applying regulations and/or statutes
• Ability to interview individuals or gather facts using investigative techniques
• Ability to review, analyze, and summarize large quantities of written information
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to recognize and fix errors without direction
• Ability to handle stress and work with members of the public, who are frustrated due to their own situation, in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to develop positive strategies to meet goals and objectives, often under the stress of deadlines and multi-tasking with multiple cases
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Fluency in Spanish speaking and reading

Post Offer Requirement:

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. Please be encouraged if you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the lovely State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Mary Karinge

Email: Mary.Karinge@ks.gov

Phone: (785) 296-3206

Mailing Address: Kansas Human Rights Commission, 900 S.W. Jackson, Suite 568-S, Topeka, KS 66612

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
  • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
  • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
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Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page:

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application:

• State of Kansas Application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three Supervisory References

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents” and “Save Tax Clearance Certificate as a PDF”

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.