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Civil Rights/EEO Officer
- State of Montana (Helena, MT)
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*The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Directors Office / Office of Human Resources.* *To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at** **www.statecareers.mt.gov**.* *This first review of applications will be on October 22, 2025. Please submit the following required documents on the**State of Montana Careers**website:* * *Cover Letter*** * *Resume -**Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position.*** * *Three Professional References* /*If the required documents are not submitted, your application will not be reviewed.*/When submitting the required documents, you must check the “relevant document” box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position serves as the Department expert concerning civil rights, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and non-discrimination guidance and issues in the workplace. This includes advising on civil rights, EEO, ADA, and non-discrimination issues affecting Department clients and employees seeking services. The position also assists with employee relations, mediates conflict resolution, and recommends an appropriate course of action. The position performs this work in a heavily unionized environment encompassing several collective bargaining agreements. ** *Why Join DPHHS* ** ** Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. *Qualifications for this Career Opportunity* ** ** * Extensive knowledge of the theories and practices of human resources, including but not limited to the areas of equal employment opportunity, progressive discipline, labor relations, employee relations, workplace harassment, disability accommodations, etc. * Extensive knowledge of laws and regulations involved in prohibiting discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Workers Compensation, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Montana Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Civil Rights Acts, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Montana Human Rights Law, etc. * Ability to interpret and analyze all applicable rules and regulations and apply those laws to cases. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Personnel Management, Public Administration, Business Management, or a closely related field. o Five years of related professional-level experience. o Other combinations of education and related experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. *How to Apply* ** To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume -Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position. * Three Professional References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. *Additional Information* ** This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position may be eligible for a statutory 2.5% an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. The first screening of candidates will take place on October 22nd, 2025. **Title:** *Civil Rights/EEO Officer* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25142409*
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