Human Rights Investigator I

City of Saint Paul•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Join our team! The City of Saint Paul is hiring a Human Rights Investigator I. In this role, you will conduct fair, thorough, and impartial investigations under local, state, and federal human rights laws. You’ll support consistent enforcement of the City’s Human Rights Ordinance and help ensure individuals have access to equitable and respectful processes. Here’s what you can expect to do: Investigate human rights complaints by gathering facts, interviewing parties and witnesses, reviewing records, and applying applicable laws and ordinances. Review information and document findings by evaluating evidence, identifying relevant issues, and preparing clear, well-supported investigative reports and summaries. Communicate with complainants, respondents, and stakeholders to explain processes, timelines, and requirements in a respectful, neutral, and understandable manner. Manage a caseload effectively , balancing multiple investigations, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate and complete case documentation. Support education and outreach efforts by assisting with public information, responding to inquiries, and promoting understanding of human rights protections and investigative processes. For more information and essential functions, see our Human Rights Investigator I job description.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Rights, Human Rights, Social Work, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, or a related field and two years of progressively responsible professional experience in investigations, regulatory compliance, civil rights, human rights, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), or closely related professional work.
A Master’s Degree in one of the above fields or Juris Doctor may substitute for up to one year of required experience.
At least one year of experience is required.

Responsibilities

Investigate human rights complaints by gathering facts, interviewing parties and witnesses, reviewing records, and applying applicable laws and ordinances.
Review information and document findings by evaluating evidence, identifying relevant issues, and preparing clear, well-supported investigative reports and summaries.
Communicate with complainants, respondents, and stakeholders to explain processes, timelines, and requirements in a respectful, neutral, and understandable manner.
Manage a caseload effectively , balancing multiple investigations, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate and complete case documentation.
Support education and outreach efforts by assisting with public information, responding to inquiries, and promoting understanding of human rights protections and investigative processes.