Human Rights Attorney 2 Hybrid #251119-4771SH-001

Human Rights Attorney 2 Hybrid #251119-4771SH-001 2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. Introduction Are you passionate about the law? Do you want to use that passion to assist the residents of Connecticut? If so, we invite you to read on and learn about the Human Rights Attorney 2 position with the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. The State of Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) – Legal Division – is currently recruiting for one Human Rights Attorney 2 position located in Hartford, CT. The mission of the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities is to eliminate discrimination through civil and human rights law enforcement and to establish equal opportunity and justice for all persons within the state through advocacy and education. Statutory Responsibility of the Commission Enforce human rights laws that ban illegal discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and credit transactions. Monitor compliance with state contract compliance laws and with laws requiring affirmative action in state agency personnel practices. Establish equal opportunity and justice for all persons in Connecticut through education and outreach activities. Position Highlights Legal Division Full‑time | Hybrid | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm What We Can Offer You View our State Employee Benefits Overview page Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. A healthy work‑life balance for all employees The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information. Responsibilities As a legal practitioner, prepare and represent the Commission in contested case hearings and litigation before other administrative bodies and courts in cases of varying degrees of difficulty and complexity prescribed by the Commission and Office of the Attorney General. Exercise judgment in prosecution of a heavy caseload of discriminatory practice complaints. Attend settlement and pre‑trial conferences. Provide legal counsel and assistance to Commission constituent units. Exercise independent judgment and discretion in analysis and application of state and federal statutes, rules and regulations, constitutional provisions, administrative and court decisions and other legal authorities. May negotiate settlements, carry out appeals or assist on highly technical or specialized cases. Perform related duties as required. Selection Plan Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. Before You Apply Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21‑69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all desired locations and shifts on your application. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the posting deadline. Salary Calculations: Current state employees’ salaries are compared within state branches. Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. After You Apply Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions, which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. Prepare for an interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. Stay connected: Log in daily to the JobAps Personal Status Board and check email for updates and tasks. This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit employment rules. Applicants offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees at www.ct.gov/ethics. Questions? Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rocky Young at Rocky.Young@ct.gov. Purpose of Job Class In the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the Office of Commission Counsel. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Considerable knowledge of federal and state civil rights legislation and interpretations, employment discrimination, administrative and constitutional law and rules of evidence, and legal principles and their application. Knowledge of rights, obligations and statutory authority of the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities; rules and conduct of proceedings in trial and appellate courts. Considerable interpersonal, oral and written communication, litigation and legal counseling skills. Considerable ability to analyze legal problems and present statements of fact, law and argument; negotiate settlements of discriminatory practice complaints. Ability to research, draft and review proposed regulations, legislation and other matters relative to the Commission. Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Two years of experience in the practice of law, including handling constitutional, employment discrimination, labor or civil rights matters. Minimum Qualifications – Special Experience One year of the general experience must have been in trial or appellate legal work. Preferred Qualifications Experience with civil rights litigation Experience with litigation Experience as an appellate clerk Experience litigating cases before the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Experience examining and cross‑examining witnesses at hearings and trials Experience conducting and/or participating in mediations Special Requirements Incumbents in this class must be admitted to practice law in the State of Connecticut at the time of appointment. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT – As defined by Sec. 5‑196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Legal | Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr