EEO​/AA Investigator; Attorney , Confidential

If another position becomes available within five months of this recruitment’s closing date, the applicant pool from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court.

Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $79,098.16 to $ for Schedule A, and $79,098.16 to $ for Schedule

B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater. Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule

A. Newly hired individuals, and judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule

B.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The New Jersey Judiciary seeks a current member of the New Jersey Bar for an Attorney 1 position in the Equal Employment Opportunity /Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Unit.

Under the direction of the Chief Judiciary EEO/AA Officer, the Attorney 1 will conduct confidential investigations into discrimination and harassment complaints received at the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) and trial courts (vicinages), requiring extensive analytical writing and strong case management skills.

REMOTE WORK: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

• Collect and analyze relevant facts and evidence; make recommendations to senior management on complex and sensitive issues with potential legal exposure for the organization by preparing comprehensive investigative reports; prepare determination letters to the parties outlining the decision.
• Provide guidance to managers and supervisors, employees, and members of the public regarding the proper handling of discrimination complaints.
• Keep abreast of anti-discrimination laws and trends; conduct legal research and written analysis on labor and employment issues presented in the EEO/AA Unit.

Regular and predictable physical presence at the worksite is an essential function of this position.

Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school and one year of experience in legal research and analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and/or legislation.

Substitution: One year of experience as a Judicial Law Clerk may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

License: Attorney-at-Law with a plenary license in the State of New Jersey and having Supreme Court Good Standing Status of Active.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be…