Role OverviewThe Paralegal Assistant will review each case assigned, applying standardized regulations and procedures. The role requires a strong understanding of civil rights laws at both state and federal levels, as well as relevant court decisions in the field of civil rights.
What You Will Do
The essential responsibilities of the job are: drafting consent agreements, preparing a written summary of the investigation, making recommendations as to whether there is probable cause, conducting and analyzing interviews of complainants, respondents, and witnesses, and maintaining monthly statistics on all mediation, conciliation, and compliance activities.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will operate within a defined framework but must be a self-starter who takes initiative, remains focused, and adapts quickly to meet the evolving operational needs of the organization.
Requirements
- Four years (4) full time professional experience in affirmative action; business administration; civil rights; labor relations; law; public administration; public relations; social services; workforce development; or related experience
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply the Indiana Civil Rights Law, Commission rules and regulations, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD and EEOC rules and regulations), and court decisions falling within the area of Civil Rights
- Specialized knowledge of the principles, practices, and the past and current trends of Civil Rights Field on a state and national level
- Ability to secure and analyze data and testimony relevant to all areas covered by the Indiana Civil Rights law including employment, housing, credit, public accommodation, and education
- Ability to conduct difficult and involved investigations and make recommendations to the director regarding disposition
- Ability to facilitate negotiations in good faith with difficult individuals in order to reach an agreement in the best interest of the involved parties and public good
- Ability to understand legal concepts and to relate prior decisions to specific cases
- Ability to counsel persons who make an inquiry at the Commission office regarding civil rights complaints and to assist them in filing a complaint
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
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