Civil Rights Specialist in Indianapolis IN Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze civil rights complaints to identify relevant facts, legal issues, and potential violations.
• Conduct interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses to gather relevant information and testimony.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation summaries, case analyses, and written recommendations regarding probable cause.
• Draft consent agreements and other case-related documentation.
• Evaluate cases to determine their suitability for mediation and conciliation.
• Conduct conciliation conferences and facilitate good-faith negotiations to resolve civil rights disputes.
• Negotiate settlements while considering the interests of the involved parties and the public.
• Monitor compliance with consent agreements through onsite assessments and review of compliance reports.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case files and documentation.
• Track and report monthly statistics related to mediation, conciliation, and compliance activities.
• Provide information and guidance to individuals regarding civil rights laws, complaint procedures, and filing requirements.
• Participate in public outreach and educational activities related to civil rights.
• Testify at evidentiary or appeal hearings when required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of full-time professional experience in civil rights, affirmative action, business administration, labor relations, law, public administration, public relations, social services, workforce development, or a related field.
• Relevant accredited college education in law, sociology, psychology, labor relations, public administration, human resources, or business administration may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and written communication skills.
• Ability to collect, review, and analyze evidence, data, and testimony.
• Knowledge of civil rights laws, regulations, legal concepts, and relevant court decisions.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, impartiality, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently, follow established procedures, and escalate unusual or complex issues appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience reviewing civil rights cases, preparing investigation reports, drafting agreements, or making case recommendations.
• At least two years of experience interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
• Knowledge of Indiana Civil Rights Law, relevant commission rules and regulations, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations, and applicable court decisions.
• Experience with discrimination investigations involving employment, housing, credit, public accommodations, or education.
• Experience in mediation, conciliation, settlement negotiations, or compliance monitoring.
• Paralegal certification or graduate-level legal education and training.