Human Rights Investigator II

City of Saint Paul; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

The City of Saint Paul seeks a Human Rights Investigator to lead advanced discrimination investigations within the Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO). You will guide investigations, analyze evidence, and help ensure protections are applied consistently; also contribute to public education and policy improvements.

The role supports outreach, community engagement, and continuous improvement of investigative practices, with a hybrid in‑office/remote schedule and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Rights, Human Rights, Social Work, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field.
• A Master’s Degree in one of the above areas or Juris Doctor may substitute up to two years of required experience.
• At least two years of experience is required.
• A combination of education and experience to equal 8 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex and high‑profile investigations involving alleged discrimination in employment, housing, and other areas protected by federal, state, and City human rights laws.
• Analyze evidence, develop investigative theories, prepare findings, and recommend case outcomes, determinations, and settlement approaches.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert by guiding staff, reviewing case files and investigative reports, and promoting consistent, high‑quality investigations.
• Identify emerging legal issues and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, investigative strategies, and human rights initiatives.
• Engage and educate the community through outreach efforts that increase awareness of civil and human rights protections and the City’s complaint process.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Rights, Human Rights, Social Work, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field

Master’s Degree or Juris Doctor may substitute up to two years of required experience

Job description

Make an Impact as a Human Rights Investigator

Help advance equity and protect civil and human rights in the City of Saint Paul. In this role as an advanced professional with the Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO), you will lead complex discrimination investigations, provide subject‑matter expertise, guide investigative work, and help ensure the City’s human rights protections are applied consistently and effectively. You will also contribute to public education, outreach, and improvements to policies and investigative practices.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Lead complex and high‑profile investigations involving alleged discrimination in employment, housing, and other areas protected by federal, state, and City human rights laws.
• Analyze evidence, develop investigative theories, prepare findings, and recommend case outcomes, determinations, and settlement approaches.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert by guiding staff, reviewing case files and investigative reports, and promoting consistent, high‑quality investigations.
• Identify emerging legal issues and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, investigative strategies, and human rights initiatives.
• Engage and educate the community through outreach efforts that increase awareness of civil and human rights protections and the City’s complaint process.

Information Specific to this Position:

This position is located at Saint Paul City Hall, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102. You will work a hybrid schedule which is three days in-office and two from home. Fridays are worked from home. The typical schedule is 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m. Monday through Friday, and there can be some occasional evenings and weekends required for outreach and engagement events.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Health insurance
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation
• Sick time

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Rights, Human Rights, Social Work, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field and four years of progressively responsible professional experience in investigations, regulatory compliance, civil rights, human rights, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), or closely related professional work.

A Master’s Degree in one of the above areas or Juris Doctor may substitute up to two years of required experience. At least two years of experience is required.

Note: A combination of education and experience to equal 8 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Open Job Posting:

This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process:

Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening:

This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.

Human Resources Contact Information:

651-266-6506

[e-mail]

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference:

If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.