Reference #: 4363321 THE POSITION Are you interested in promoting equal opportunity for all and enforcing Pennsylvania's civil rights laws that protect people from unlawful discrimination? We are seeking motivated individuals who are interested in performing civil rights outreach coordination. As Pennsylvania's civil rights leader, it is our vision that all people in Pennsylvania will live, work, and learn free from unlawful discrimination. This position will give you the opportunity to serve as the agency's primary contact on equity and civil rights topics, including non-discrimination policies and procedures. In this role, you will be proactive in providing guidance to teams on how to promote equity and avoid discriminatory practices. Start your journey towards success with our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Civil Rights Outreach Coordinator (CROC) serves as a "Beloved Community Peacemaker" for communities facing conflict based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability. In this role, you will work towards our mission of assisting communities in coming together to develop community based and evidenced based solutions to the presenting conflict and enhance the community's capacity to independently prevent and resolve future conflicts. Responsibilities include: Providing complex facilitation, mediation, and conciliation services for communities facing conflicts and tensions related to race, color, or nationality, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related to race, color, nationality, LGBTQ+ status, gender, disability status, or religion, pursuant to the HCPA of 2009 Providing training and consultation services to public officials and community representatives and provide them with the skills and mechanisms necessary to prevent and resolve future tensions Leading regional projects or initiatives, as assigned by leadership to improve CROC's visibility, ability to deliver services, and ability to anticipate and prevent conflict in jurisdictional communities Developing and implementing comprehensive outreach plans for each county/location assigned to you that target all jurisdictional communities in conjunction with the PHRC Advisory Councils and the PHRC Social Justice Ambassadors Program Serving as a mentor to staff by modeling professional behavior Providing advice regarding mediation, facilitation, conflict resolution practices and procedures, and identifies areas needed for improvement Performing other duties assigned

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment 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 1 day a week. You will be required to report in-office 4 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Human Relations Representative 1 (commonwealth title); or Two years of professional administrative investigative, criminal investigative, regulatory investigative, or civil or human rights experience involving gathering evidence, interviewing, and reporting investigative findings; and a bachelor's degree that includes 12 credits in human resources, labor management relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field; or An equivalent combination of training and experience, that includes 12 college credits in human resources, labor manage ent relations, civil rights, social work, social justice, public policy, public administration, or a related field. Other Requirements: You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information. You must pass a background investigation. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.