Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Human Relations Representative 1
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
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THE POSITION
Are you interested in investigating discrimination allegations and upholding fair treatment? If you share our vision that people in Pennsylvania should live, work, and learn in an environment free from unlawful discrimination and all forms of marginalization, we welcome you as a potential member of our team. This position gives you the opportunity to help address discrimination and protect the citizens of Pennsylvania by ensuring their equal civil rights under the law.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This entry‑level position enforces the provisions of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act by investigating reports of discrimination alleged to have occurred because of a protected class such as race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, familial status, disability, and/or retaliation. As a Human Relations Representative 1, you will: investigate and conciliate complaints of alleged discrimination primarily in employment and public accommodations, assess jurisdiction, draft and investigate complaints of discrimination, and serve as the facilitator of the settlement process by communicating settlement proposals. If a public hearing is approved based upon findings, you will assist the legal department in any further processing of the case as well as provide testimony at hearings or civil proceedings as necessary.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the full position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full- time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home part‑time, up to 2 days per week, if you have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and an approved location in Pennsylvania. Optionally, you can report to the headquarters office in Philadelphia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email; check your email, including spam/junk folders.
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
Qualified Credentials
One year as a Human Relations Representative Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title), or
One year of professional administrative investigative, criminal investigative, regulatory investigative, civil rights, or human rights experience involving gathering evidence, interviewing, and reporting investigative findings; and a bachelor’s degree that includes 12 credits in human resources, labor management relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of training and experience that includes 12 college credits in human resources, labor management relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
Other Requirements
You must meet the PA residency requirement.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements
A conditional offer will require submission of criminal history reports.
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; support your eligibility with detailed application responses.
If you claim education in your answers, attach unofficial transcripts or copy of college transcripts.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
Failure to comply with these application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. For details, visit www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click “Veterans.”
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion; we encourage all diverse candidates to apply. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information; otherwise your score may be lower or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Human Relations Representative 1
role at
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania .
THE POSITION
Are you interested in investigating discrimination allegations and upholding fair treatment? If you share our vision that people in Pennsylvania should live, work, and learn in an environment free from unlawful discrimination and all forms of marginalization, we welcome you as a potential member of our team. This position gives you the opportunity to help address discrimination and protect the citizens of Pennsylvania by ensuring their equal civil rights under the law.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This entry‑level position enforces the provisions of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act by investigating reports of discrimination alleged to have occurred because of a protected class such as race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, age, familial status, disability, and/or retaliation. As a Human Relations Representative 1, you will: investigate and conciliate complaints of alleged discrimination primarily in employment and public accommodations, assess jurisdiction, draft and investigate complaints of discrimination, and serve as the facilitator of the settlement process by communicating settlement proposals. If a public hearing is approved based upon findings, you will assist the legal department in any further processing of the case as well as provide testimony at hearings or civil proceedings as necessary.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the full position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full- time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home part‑time, up to 2 days per week, if you have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and an approved location in Pennsylvania. Optionally, you can report to the headquarters office in Philadelphia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email; check your email, including spam/junk folders.
Required Experience, Training & Eligibility
Qualified Credentials
One year as a Human Relations Representative Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title), or
One year of professional administrative investigative, criminal investigative, regulatory investigative, civil rights, or human rights experience involving gathering evidence, interviewing, and reporting investigative findings; and a bachelor’s degree that includes 12 credits in human resources, labor management relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of training and experience that includes 12 college credits in human resources, labor management relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field.
Other Requirements
You must meet the PA residency requirement.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements
A conditional offer will require submission of criminal history reports.
You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; support your eligibility with detailed application responses.
If you claim education in your answers, attach unofficial transcripts or copy of college transcripts.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
Failure to comply with these application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.
Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. For details, visit www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click “Veterans.”
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion; we encourage all diverse candidates to apply. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center.
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information; otherwise your score may be lower or you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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