Equal Opportunity Specialist 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you interested in strengthening fairness across statewide workforce programs? The Department of Labor & Industry is seeking an Equal Opportunity Specialist 2 who is interested in growing their skills while supporting communities and improving access to services. This positions gives you the opportunity to support positive change by helping ensure programs meet equal opportunity standards. Join our team that values integrity and service! In this role, you will support the agency by ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination requirements are consistently followed across a wide range of workforce programs. Your work is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals and ensuring compliance with federal and state standards.

Requirements

• One year as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 or Human Resource Analyst 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Successful completion of the Pennsylvania Management Associate program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of analytical experience in an equal opportunity program that includes one year of professional experience, and a bachelor’s degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review state and federal program activities to determine adherence to equal opportunity and non-discrimination rules
• Analyze and address discrimination complaints by gathering information, conducting interviews, and developing findings
• Conduct investigations by collecting documents, speaking with involved parties, and preparing written reports
• Examine workforce and client data to assess compliance and support required reports
• Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to staff and equal opportunity officers
• Assist with the development and interpretation of agency policies related to equal opportunity and non-discrimination

Benefits

• Telework opportunity (part-time)
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid volunteer time
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level