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CIVIL RIGHTS OFFICER II

Recruitment #16-001742-0003

Introduction

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) is the agency responsible for enforcement of anti-discrimination and civil rights laws for the State of Maryland.  MCCR is charged with investigating and administratively processing complaints that allege discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and the State's commercial non-discrimination policy.

GRADE

14

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights

William Donald Schaefer Tower

6 St. Paul Street, Suite 900

Baltimore, MD  21202

Main Purpose of Job

To provide educational programs and outreach services to internal and external audiences related to the state’s anti-discrimination laws and focused on promoting and improving civil rights statewide.

POSITION DUTIES

The Education & Outreach Specialist develops and delivers training and other educational programs related to the State’s anti-discrimination law (Title 20 of Maryland’s Annotated Code) as well as on topics such as bias reduction, equity and inclusion, cultural awareness and human rights issues.  The position also cultivates local and regional partnerships and conducts outreach efforts aimed at educating the public and promoting civil rights throughout the State.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One year of professional work experience investigating alleged discrimination complaints and negotiating agreements to settle discrimination complaints in housing, employment and public accommodations based on race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion/creed, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and familial status.

 Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional professional work experience in human relations, civil rights, legal work, community relations, law enforcement, personnel, counseling or social services work involving interviewing, investigating or interrogating others on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute an additional year of general professional work experience in human relations, civil rights, legal work, community relations, law enforcement, personnel, counseling or social work for six months of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in General Legal and Administrative classifications or General Legal and Administrative specialty codes in the Legal field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must have the ability to travel statewide as necessary.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Successful applicants will have the following:

1. At least two years of professional training and/or teaching experience including designing, developing and leading trainings/educational programs for a variety of audiences.

2. At least two years of professional experience and/or advanced coursework in the field of civil/human rights, human relations, diversity and equity, alternative dispute resolution, social justice and/or other related social sciences.

3. Professional grant-writing experience.

4. Experience with a variety of presentation formats and technology platforms; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a proven ability to foster relationships and collaborative partnerships.

6. Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to details.

7. Comfort and experience working with diverse populations.

 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  You must meet the minimum and selective qualifications to be considered.  For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date. 

Resumes may not be submitted in lieu of completing the employment application.

Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

 

 

 

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If online access is not available, you may mail or fax a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to:

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

Attn: Katarina Byrne

301 W. Preston Street, Room 608

Baltimore, MD 21201

Fax: (410) 333-7674 

All mailed or faxed documents must include the applicant's name and the job number and must be received by the closing date.  Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please call 410-767-4907.

TTY  Users: call via Maryland Relay

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.




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