Civil Rights Investigator
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Government
Civil Rights Investigator 2
This recruitment will be used to fill two positions in the Yakima/Wenatchee location.
Schedule:
Work schedule is normally Monday through Friday, 8a.m. to 5p.m. However, incumbents must be willing to work days or hours outside of their approved schedule as required to meet business needs. Hybrid work schedule requires at least two days in office.
The Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) was created by the Legislature in 1949. The WSHRC is responsible for administering and enforcing the Washington Law Against Discrimination (WLAD). The mission of the WSHRC is to eliminate and prevent discrimination in Washington State through the fair application of the law, efficient use of resources, and establishment of productive partnerships in the community.
As a senior-level investigator, you will support/contribute to the mission of the organization, which is to eliminate and prevent discrimination. You will be providing technical assistance and consultation during the complaint intake and investigation/resolution processes, you will conduct impartial investigations of discrimination complaints, including research and analysis of RCW 49.60 and related anti-discrimination laws, and you will work independently with supervision guidance as necessary.
Are you someone that can act impartially, analyze, evaluate, and interpret information, testimony and data? Are you an effective communicator (multi-lingual is a bonus) verbally and in writing? Are you an active listener with the ability to summarize what has been communicated with reasoned, persuasive communications, reports and determinations? You can maintain professionalism, tactful and courteous behavior while interacting with parties, the public, and co-workers while negotiating the resolution of disputes.
If you love to be challenged and enjoy a variety of duties that has individual and statewide impact, this job provides that valuable experience as well. You will get to utilize your experience at a higher level. If you feel the need to be empowered, engaged, and motivated as you work with like-minded individuals, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team!
Some of what you will enjoy doing will include:
- Intake/Case Investigation/Analysis/Determination/Settlement Negotiation
- Education/Outreach
- Technical Assistance
Required qualifications include one year of experience as an Investigator 1 or three years of experience as an investigator with major work assignments emphasizing civil rights enforcement and/or investigation, Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Housing, personnel administration, labor relations, alternative dispute resolution or related work.
Note:
Two years of college-level course work in investigation, sociology, behavioral sciences, or other position-related areas will substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred/desired qualifications include communication/customer service, writing & presentation skills, technology, ethics & integrity, accountability, and attendance.
Special requirements/conditions of employment include maintaining active certification in accordance with DSHS Language Testing and Certification Program requirements for assignment pay.
To be considered, please provide a letter of interest, a current resume, a current list of at least three professional references with current contact information, and a sample of your technical writing.
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