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Maine Human Rights Investigator

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$56,264–$78,998.40 Per Month
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Case Law, Conferences, Consulting, Data Collection, Documentaries, Interpret Regulations, Interviewing Skills, Law Enforcement, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Negotiation Skills, Professional Services, Regulations, Research Skills, Statutory Laws
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Maine Human Rights Commission

Opening Date: May 12, 2026

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 26 / Professional/Technical

Job Class Code: 0064
Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40/Annually
Position Number: 127000028

Location: Augusta

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

DESCRIPTION:
This is professional services work enforcing the Maine Human Rights Act and related laws. Responsibilities include advising interested parties of their rights and responsibilities under the Act; gathering and developing testimonial and documentary evidence and analysis of evidence for presentation to the Commission; negotiating resolution of complaints; and making oral presentations of the facts and legal analysis of cases at public meetings of the Human Rights Commissioners to assist them in reaching a final determination on the merits. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:
  • Reviews and analyzes information and documents obtained from persons who may be victims of discrimination to determine if there are sufficient facts to state a claim.
  • Develops an appropriate investigative case plan to ensure a fair preliminary review of disputed issues within statutory and regulatory time frames.
  • Interviews complainants, respondents, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses including subject matter experts such as physicians in order to gather information.
  • Drafts interrogatories (requests for information and documents) in order to gather information.
  • Conducts fact finding conferences at which witnesses may be placed under oath; asks questions of the witnesses and controls whether and to what extent counsel for the parties may also ask questions of the witnesses.
  • Analyzes case information and documents, facts, reports, and other documentation in order to formulate a recommended finding to Commissioners.
  • Explains laws, legal rights, options, timelines, and risks and advantages of pursuing or defending complaints in order to ensure that parties are knowledgeable of their rights and obligations.
  • Confers and negotiates with parties and attorneys representing the parties.
  • Writes Investigator's Reports applying the appropriate law (Maine Human Rights Act, Whistleblowers' Protection Act, regulations of the Maine Human Rights Commission, case law, etc.) to the facts in cases.
  • Explains state and federal anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and procedural rules to parties in order to provide information.
  • Assists parties in negotiating resolutions and/or compromise of claims pursuant to statutory mandate in order to reduce non-meritorious litigation claims in Superior Court.
  • Drafts Settlement Agreements.
  • Makes oral presentations of the facts and legal analysis of cases at public meetings of the Human Rights Commissioners to assist them in reaching a final determination on the merits.
  • Consults with Executive Director, Commission Counsel, Chief Investigator, and peers in order to ensure common understanding and interpretation of the law.
  • Assists in the preparation of civil actions filed in Superior Court by the Commission seeking relief for victims of discrimination in accordance with applicable laws.
  • Researches special topics.
  • Attends and makes oral presentations at public meetings, workshops, and conferences regarding the Commission's mission, its procedures, and the laws and regulations enforced by the Commission.
  • Testifies in Court when necessary, in order to present evidence gathered during investigation.
  • Recommends administrative dismissal of complaints to the Executive Director.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
  • Knowledge of state and federal anti-discrimination laws, regulations, rules, and case law in the areas of non-discrimination and civil rights in employment, housing, public accommodations, education, and extension of credit.
  • Knowledge of basic rules of evidence.
  • Knowledge of basic legal research techniques.
  • Knowledge of medical and legal terminology.
  • Knowledge of interviewing and investigative techniques and practices.
  • Ability to research, analyze, and organize legal facts and principles.
  • Abil

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