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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 07/15/26
Applications Due07/31/26
Vacancy ID220026
NY HELPYes
AgencyHuman Rights, Division of
TitleInvestigator (Human Rights Specialist 1) (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary Grade19
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $70579 to $89645 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Erie
Street Address Main Place Tower
350 Main St, 10th Floor Suite 1000B
City Buffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14202
Duties Description As an Investigator (Human Rights Specialist 1), the incumbent would perform a variety of field and office activities involved in carrying out anti-discrimination programs and promoting good community inter-group relationships designed to eliminate tension, conflict and hostility between various social, racial, ethnic and religious groups. Incumbent would be responsible for informing complainants, respondents and witnesses of their rights and responsibilities under the New York State Human Rights Law. Prior to a possible determination of a human rights violation, you would attempt to help parties reach an acceptable resolution. Incumbent would be responsible for developing an investigation plan, conducting investigations, preparing investigative reports and making recommendations on final determinations. Incumbent would work with advisory council, local human relations agencies and other groups in providing technical assistance or training on the Human Rights Law, as well as make speeches to community groups and organizations, and conduct workshops to foster positive community relationships.
Minimum Qualifications *This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
Six years of experience in field investigation or law enforcement investigation and the preparation of detailed narrative reports; OR planning, developing, implementing, or enforcing a human rights, civil rights or housing and community development program, OR conducting discrimination or labor relations investigations, OR litigation, OR any combination of the above experience to equal seven years.
Substitution: an associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized
experience; bachelors degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience;
masters degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; J.D. may
substitute for six years of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for seven years of specialized experience.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Additional Comments The New York State Division of Human Rights is a nation-leading civil rights enforcement agency tasked with combating hate, bias, and discrimination through the enforcement of the New York State Human Rights Law-one of the most expansive state-level civil rights laws anywhere in the country.
The Division is committed to creating an environment where employees and the New Yorkers we serve feel they belong, and the Division knows diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are foundational to every aspect of civil rights work. The Division is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes that diversity in the workforce is critical. The Division encourages people living with disabilities and applicants from all communities to apply.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.
Salaries are non-negotiable. Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the posted salary range.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources / CG
Telephone
Fax
Email Address HRResumes@dhr.ny.gov
Address
Street Agency Building One, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12220
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.
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