NYS Division of Human Rights
Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1) (NY HELPS)
NYS Division of Human Rights, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1) (NY HELPS)
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NYS Division of Human Rights provided pay range This range is provided by NYS Division of Human Rights. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,579.00/yr - $89,645.00/yr
Description As an Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1), the incumbent will perform a variety of field and office activities involved in carrying out anti‑discrimination programs and promoting good community inter‑group relationships designed to eliminate tension, conflict and hostility between various social, racial, ethnic and religious groups. The incumbent will inform complainants, respondents and witnesses of their rights and responsibilities under the New York State Human Rights Law. Prior to a possible determination of a human rights violation, the investigator will attempt to help parties reach an acceptable resolution. The incumbent will develop an investigation plan, conduct investigations, prepare investigative reports and make recommendations on final determinations. The investigator will work with advisory councils, local human relations agencies and other groups to provide technical assistance or training on the Human Rights Law, make speeches to community groups and organizations, and conduct workshops to foster positive community relationships.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Seven years of experience in field investigation or law enforcement investigation and the preparation of detailed narrative reports; OR planning, developing, implementing, or enforcing a human rights, civil rights or housing and community development program; OR conducting discrimination or labor relations investigations; OR litigation; OR any combination of the above experience to equal seven years.
Substitution: An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor’s in a related field degree can substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.
All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Government Administration
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Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1) (NY HELPS)
role at
NYS Division of Human Rights .
NYS Division of Human Rights provided pay range This range is provided by NYS Division of Human Rights. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $70,579.00/yr - $89,645.00/yr
Description As an Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1), the incumbent will perform a variety of field and office activities involved in carrying out anti‑discrimination programs and promoting good community inter‑group relationships designed to eliminate tension, conflict and hostility between various social, racial, ethnic and religious groups. The incumbent will inform complainants, respondents and witnesses of their rights and responsibilities under the New York State Human Rights Law. Prior to a possible determination of a human rights violation, the investigator will attempt to help parties reach an acceptable resolution. The incumbent will develop an investigation plan, conduct investigations, prepare investigative reports and make recommendations on final determinations. The investigator will work with advisory councils, local human relations agencies and other groups to provide technical assistance or training on the Human Rights Law, make speeches to community groups and organizations, and conduct workshops to foster positive community relationships.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Seven years of experience in field investigation or law enforcement investigation and the preparation of detailed narrative reports; OR planning, developing, implementing, or enforcing a human rights, civil rights or housing and community development program; OR conducting discrimination or labor relations investigations; OR litigation; OR any combination of the above experience to equal seven years.
Substitution: An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor’s in a related field degree can substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.
All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industry: Government Administration
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NYS Division of Human Rights by 2x.
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Buffalo, NY .
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