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Our mission...
To protect employment rights, advance employment opportunities, and ensure access to housing and public accommodations free from discrimination.
The Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is dedicated to protecting the rights of workers and citizens to equal, non-discriminatory treatment through the enforcement of anti-discrimination laws that apply to workplaces, housing and public accommodations. We also encourage and enforce compliance with state laws relating to wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment, educate and train employers to understand and comply with both wage and hour and civil rights law, and promote the development of a highly skilled, competitive workforce in Oregon through apprenticeship programs and through partnerships with government, labor, business, and education institutions.
This position is with the Civil Rights Division which enforces State statutes related to unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodation, and private vocational, professional, and trade schools. In addition, the Division enforces related Federal laws through work share agreements with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
What’s in it for you:
Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
Colleagues who are passionate about public service
Work/life balance, 10 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
Live, work, and play in Portland, Oregon
Here’s what you will do:
As a Senior Civil Rights Investigator, you will investigate and bring to resolution complaints of discrimination related to employment, housing, public accommodation, and career schools.
Minimum Qualifications:
Six months of experience as a Civil Rights Investigator;
OR
One year of experience as a Civil Rights Intake Officer;
OR
A Bachelor's degree and one year of specialized experience where the primary duties consisted of 1) collection of information, gathering and analysis of facts, and making conclusions and recommendations; or 2) gathering, developing, and presenting information for the purpose of educating or training;
OR
Four years of the specialized experience described above;
OR
A Law degree;
OR
Two years of full-time law school education; and six months of the specialized experience described above.
Examples of specialized experience are jobs such as: personnel or affirmative action technician/officer, interviewer, investigator, arbitrator, mediator, teacher, counselor, or claims examiner.
Requested Skills:
Critical thinking and strong writing skills
Legal training
Ability to prioritize work and work in a high volume office setting
Tact and discretion, as subject matter frequently involves sensitive issues including but not limited to disability discrimination, race discrimination, and sexual harassment
Skill in working with persons of all ages and abilities, all racial, ethnic, religious, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds, and varying sexual orientation and gender identity
Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or result in you not being considered for the job.
How to apply:
Go to https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site and search REQ-27072
To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out the online application and complete the questionnaire.
A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach both documents in the “Resume / CV” section of the application.
Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
After you apply:
Log in to your Workday account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or actions. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
Make sure to complete these tasks or actions before the job announcement closes.
Be sure to check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
Additional Information:
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
You may be asked to complete a skills assessment or submit a writing sample as part of the application screening process.
The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Prior to an offer of employment, BOLI may request that you provide an official driving record.
Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. NOTE: If claiming veterans preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.
The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Helpful Links And Contact Information:
Learn more about BOLI
Understanding the State Application Process
Help & Support webpage
For additional information you may contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 503-378-3200.
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