| Location | Indianapolis, IN |
Conduct and analyze detailed interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
Draft consent agreements, prepare comprehensive written summaries of investigations, and make recommendations regarding probable cause.
Prepare concise, well-documented case analyses recording violations (or non-violations) including relevant facts, interviews, observations, and conclusions.
Maintain and update accurate, confidential case file records while tracking monthly statistics on mediation, conciliation, and compliance activities.
Conduct mandatory conciliation attempts after finding probable cause, facilitating negotiations in good faith to resolve disputes via mediation and reach agreements aligned with the public interest.
Draft and execute consent agreements and lead conciliation conferences.
Monitor ongoing compliance with all executed consent agreements via onsite assessments and/or the review of compliance reports.
Establish effective working relationships with coworkers, stakeholders, and the public by serving as an educational resource regarding civil rights laws and organizational programs.
Participate in affiliated public outreach and education events annually.
Counsel individuals inquiring about civil rights complaints and assist them through the formal filing process.
Testify occasionally at evidentiary and appeal hearings as required.
(Note: This role may also be utilized in a supervisory or direct-report management capacity based on organizational needs.)
Experience: Minimum of 4 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 a related field.
Educational Substitution: Accredited college training in Law, Sociology, Psychology, Labor Relations, Public Administration, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Thorough knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply, federal and state civil rights laws, commission rules, regulatory standards (such as housing, employment, and equal opportunity regulations), and relevant judicial precedent.
Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices, and current trends in the civil rights field at state and national levels.
Strong ability to secure, evaluate, and analyze data and testimony across covered areas including employment, housing, credit, public accommodation, and education.
Ability to conduct complex, sensitive investigations and present clear, defensible recommendations regarding case disposition.
Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to manage difficult individuals and reach equitable settlements in the public interest.
Ability to understand legal concepts, apply prior decisions to specific cases, handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality, and perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.