Civil Rights Specialist Iv - Oahu

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: 24-0039

The immediate vacancies are with the following departments:

• Department of Transportation Administration Office located in Halawa to Kalihi and Downtown.
• Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in Downtown.

$5,369 to $6,535 per month (SR-22, Step D to I)

Note:

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Civil Rights Specialist IV

Independently performs civil rights compliance work which regularly encompasses complex problems, combined with responsibility for providing management advisory services; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Illustrative examples include:

• Implementing a large department's civil rights program at the divisional level.
• Providing staff support to the departmental specialist of a civil rights program.

Assignments include developing, planning and implementing special projects as required by federal regulations; conducting staff studies and evaluations of program operations for compliance with applicable federal and State laws, rules and regulations; and preparing special reports to federal agencies (e.g., U.S. Department of Transportation) as requested.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

• Legal Authorization to Work
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  The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Prerequisite Knowledge and Abilities
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  Knowledge of the IV level:
  Interviewing, fact-finding, research and analytical and problem solving methods and techniques; report writing; civil rights laws, rules and regulations; issues of and principles and practices governing a civil rights program(s). Ability to investigate complaints and recommend corrective action; analyze data and conduct research to identify problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Basic Education
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  Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• General Experience
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  One and one-half (1-1/2) years of progressively responsible professional or other responsible analytical work experience which involved gathering, evaluating and analyzing facts and other pertinent information required to resolve problems; and identifying, evaluating and analyzing issues involved and understanding and applying various statutory provisions, rules or regulations to determine and recommend appropriate courses of action. Such experience must have demonstrated the ability to elicit information orally and in writing, apply problem solving methods and techniques and prepare clear and concise written reports of findings and recommendations for action;
  
  and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Specialized Experience
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  One (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience which involved responsibility for ensuring an agency's compliance with civil rights requirements in one or more areas (e.g., Americans with Disabilities Act, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, Title VI, Equal Employment Opportunity); developing, implementing and coordinating a program/activities to ensure compliance with civil rights requirements; monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness and recommending improvements, e.g., new and revised programs, policies, procedures, and laws;
  
  investigating and participating in the resolution of civil rights complaints and charges; and advising agency personnel and others on civil rights laws and regulations and court rulings relative to interpretations and program implications.
• Driver's License
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  Some positions require possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. One of the immediate vacancies has this requirement.
• Substitutions Allowed
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  Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

Applicant and employee disability accommodation given in compliance with federal and state disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available; call  for assistance.