Equal Specialist

As an Equal Opportunity Specialist 3 with the Department of Corrections, you will help ensure that every employee is treated with dignity and fairness. This role allows you to make a real impact by reviewing concerns, providing guidance, and supporting equal employment practices. Your work will help promote safety, professionalism, and trust across the organization. Be part of a team dedicated to upholding strong values and equal opportunity for all!

This position provides advanced support for equal employment opportunity (EEO) work across several justice-related agencies. It focuses on investigating complaints, offering guidance, and promoting fair workplace practices. As an Equal Opportunity Specialist 3, you will perform the following duties:

• Investigate Complaints: Develop plans, conduct interviews, and review evidence for sensitive EEO cases
• Prepare Reports: Write clear investigative summaries and organize documents for review
• Provide Counseling: Guide employees and applicants on EEO laws, policies, and procedures
• Support Training: Deliver educational sessions, including sexual harassment training for cadets
• Coordinate Cases: Work with legal staff, testify when needed, and maintain accurate case records
• Interpret Policies: Review union contracts and human resource policies to support fair decision making

• Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• 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 (telework) part‑time up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg, PA. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Salary: Starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases
• Free parking

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Three years of analytical experience in an equal opportunity program that includes two years of professional experience, and a bachelor’s degree
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required
• You must meet the PA residency requirement
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, visit the appropriate government agency website and click on Veterans.

• Use of telephone relay service (711) for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.