The expected salary range for an Investigator I, Grade 20 role upon hire is $65,701-$95,998
The expected salary range for an Investigator II, Grade 23 role upon hire is $74,507-$114,728
WHO WE ARE
The Office of Human Rights is the agency in Montgomery County Government that protects the civil rights of the people who live and work in the county. We investigate and resolve complaints about unfair workplace practices and discrimination in employment, real estate & housing, and public accommodations (services and business transactions offered to the public). In performing our enforcement responsibilities under County Code Chapter 27, the Office of Human Rights manages more than 1,000 inquiries and 250 investigations annually.
In partnership with the Human Rights Commission, the Committee Against Hate Violence, the Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation, and the Interagency Fair Housing Coordinating Group, we work to promote equal opportunities and awareness through community outreach and educational activities, including seminars about housing and employment topics, the Human Rights Hall of Fame, the Human Rights Diversity Camp, and the Friendship Picnic.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Office of Human Rights is seeking to fill an Investigator II (Grade 23) position for our team in Rockville, Maryland. This position may also be underfilled at the Investigator I (Grade 20) level.
We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced Human Rights Investigator with an extensive background in conducting intake interviews, preparing and processing complaints, investigating allegations, analyzing the evidence, and writing recommended decisions regarding alleged violations as outlined in Montgomery County Code 27’s worker protection and anti-discrimination laws.
This role requires an individual who is eager to serve our local community by promoting fair practices and ensuring human, civil, social, and equal rights compliance. The ideal candidate is capable of professionally communicating and working expertly with colleagues, the public, parties involved in investigations, and our partner agencies and organizations. This role is ideal for qualified candidates who excel at impartially navigating and progressing efficiently through complex issues, situations, and processes while applying their legal knowledge and diplomacy skills.
Investigators work on behalf of constituents who believe their rights in the workplace have been violated or who have experienced discrimination in employment, housing, or public accommodations (services and business transactions offered to the public). Investigators support the mission of the Office of Human Rights to enforce labor and anti-discrimination laws within Montgomery County, Maryland to support an equitable and inclusive community.
Key responsibilities include:
A writing sample will be requested from all candidates who are selected for an interview. Additional information about this submitting a writing sample will be provided to candidates at the time the interview is scheduled. Do not include a writing sample in your application.
A criminal background and credit history check will be conducted on the selected candidate prior to appointment and will be a significant factor in the hiring decision.
This position is represented by the MCGEO Union.
Bilingual candidates in the Spanish/English languages are strongly encouraged to apply. If selected for this position, you will be required to successfully pass an examination assessing oral communication, reading comprehension, and interpreting skills after hired.
Individuals appointed to this position at any grade will be required to serve a probationary period of six (6) months during which time performance will be carefully evaluated. Continuance in the position will be contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.
If the position is underfilled at the Investigator I level (Grade 20), the individual will be eligible for non-competitive promotion to Investigator II (Grade 23) after successful completion of the probationary period and upon gaining and demonstrating the additional requirements and proficiencies for advancement. This position does not have a non-competitive promotional opportunity to the Investigator III level.
If filled at an Investigator I (Grade 20) level:
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in an investigatory capacity directly related to Human Rights.
If filled at an Investigator II (Grade 23) level:
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in an investigatory capacity directly related to Human Rights.
For both levels:
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
We will use preferred criteria screening questions:
We will use interview preference criteria:
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits
Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Retirement Benefits
All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness
Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.
Free Mass Transit Benefit
County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.
Reduced Child and Health Care Costs
Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.
Employee Wellbeing
We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.
Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits
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