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CIVIL RIGHTS INVESTIGATOR

EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for a Civil Rights Investigator for the Investigations Division within the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Under the direction of the Lead Investigator, the position will perform complex administrative investigations into allegations of employee misconduct against City employees and reported by City employees, residents, and other individuals who interact with City employees. This highly confidential position plays a vital role in promoting justice, equity, inclusiveness, and accessibility by enforcing and promoting the City of Worcester's workplace anti-discrimination policies.

The City of Worcester is deeply committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. Over the past two years, we have significantly expanded the Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, demonstrating both our dedication and investment in building a more inclusive and equitable community. This growth reflects our ongoing support for systemic change and our belief that a strong, well-resourced DEI team is essential to achieving meaningful progress across City departments and services.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS :

Internal Investigations :

• Coordinate and conduct administrative investigations arising out of allegations of serious employee misconduct to include, and not be limited to, protected class discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Assist the Division to identify investigative issues; recognize administrative violations; initiate cases; and collect and evaluate evidence to formulate defensible investigative conclusions.
• Manage investigative caseloads; prepare reports of investigations; maintain records of investigative cases, evidence, and property.
• Prepare correspondence and reports of investigations for use by the Lead Investigator and the Appointing Authority.
• Testify in hearings or at administrative proceedings concerning findings of investigation.

Employee Trainings on Investigation-Related City Policies :

Policy Review :

SECONDARY ELEMENTS :

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY RANGE : $75,199 - $98,283 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit : www.worcesterma.gov / employment or send resume and cover letter to : City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to : City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov .