Human Rights Investigator & Equal Opportunity Specialist

Sdsoybean; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits (SDRS)

Job summary

The Department of Labor and Regulation, Division of Labor and Management, is seeking a Human Rights Specialist in Vermillion, SD. The role involves investigating discrimination complaints under state or federal law, and guiding settlements through conference and conciliation.

The division also provides technical assistance on affirmative action and compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze statutes and

Qualifications

• Experience handling inquiries and/or complaints of discrimination under state or federal law or municipal ordinance.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to draft clear correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Investigate discrimination complaints and determine if justified.
• Seek resolution through conference and conciliation when appropriate.
• Provide technical assistance on affirmative action and compliance to employers, unions, and other entities.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Legal research

Judgment

Critical thinking

Empathy and neutrality

Statutes interpretation

Office technology

Job description

The Department of Labor and Regulation, Division of Labor and Management, is seeking a Human Rights Specialist in Vermillion, SD. The role involves investigating discrimination complaints under state or federal law, and guiding settlements through conference and conciliation.

The division also provides technical assistance on affirmative action and compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze statutes and