EEO/ADA Investigator and Collaborative Resources Specialist

The incumbent in this position functions as a senior Investigator and Administrator within OEEO. With nearly 9,000 employees, and a budget of close to $1.2 billion, the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services is one of the largest state agencies in Maryland. The Department’s functions include the operation of 3 correctional divisions that total 27 facilities, and 45 parole and probation supervision offices.

The main purpose of this position is to serve as an Investigator with the Office of Fair Practices and Inclusion.  Day-to-day work includes investigating claims of discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying, and other unfair practices to ensure discipline is instituted where appropriate, updating policy where needed, and ensuring that staff and management are trained in employment compliance topics and legal expectations. The incumbent will review requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA regulations as directed by the EEO ADA Coordinator, assist with training DPSCS staff and OFPI new hires, and represent the Department during court or administrative proceedings. The senior investigator will collaborate with our alternative dispute resolution unit to recommend cases for potential settlement, coaching, or facilitation. The incumbent will support the ADR and Direct Resources Team by mediating, facilitating, providing coaching and facilitation services as needed. The individual will also collaborate with the Director of Data, Compliance and Education to develop and present on EEO topics and policies, maintain compliant data, and develop annual reports for the Executive Director.