Civil Rights Law Enforcement Specialist

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States City of New York Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Civil Rights Law Enforcement Specialist to join our team at the City of New York. As a key member of our Law Enforcement Bureau, you will play a critical role in enforcing the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) and promoting equality of treatment throughout the City.

About Us

The Commission on Human Rights is the agency charged with enforcing the NYCHRL, one of the most expansive civil rights laws in the nation. Our mission is to foster mutual understanding and respect among all New Yorkers, and we take pride in our work to root out discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other violations of the law.

Responsibilities
  • Interviews members of the public alleging claims of discrimination and engages in pre-complaint interventions, investigations, and files complaints where appropriate.
  • Investigates claims of discrimination made by members of the public and pattern or practice violations for potential Commission-initiated action.
  • Negotiates resolutions of claims and drafts settlement agreements. Monitors compliance with settlement agreements.
  • Litigate cases from a threshold of determination of probable cause through and including referral to the hearings division.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections .3 or .5) or admission to the New York State Bar.
  • Strong relationships with organizations and groups serving diverse communities in the City and experience working with some of the following people and communities: immigrants, people of color, people with limited English proficiency, people living with HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender people, people with disabilities, people with accommodations issues related to pregnancy, disability or religion, and people with criminal or arrest histories.
What We Offer

In addition to the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community, we offer:

  • A competitive salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may also be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website.



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