Job Description

The County of Rockland is seeking a candidate to serve as Commissioner of Human Rights. This leadership role involves administrative and professional responsibilities for developing, coordinating, and implementing policies and initiatives that advance civil and human rights and promote equity and equal opportunity within the County. The Commissioner advises County leadership on matters related to human rights, equity, and inclusion and works collaboratively with community organizations, governmental agencies and other stakeholders.

The work involves considerable independent judgment, frequent public contact and the ability to collaborate effectively with community organizations, governmental agencies and the private sector. The work is performed under the general supervision of the County Executive and under the advisement of the Commission on Human Rights. Supervision is exercised over professional and technical staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Salary and benefits are competitive with the public sector market, including but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of full-time paid work experience investigating and reporting human rights or civil rights issues or complaints, at least three (3) years of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity;

OR

• Juris Doctorate (JD) and four (4) years of full-time paid experience in civil rights, discrimination, labor, or employment law, which must have included conducting investigations and/or litigation of such matters, at least three (3) years of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.

Other Requirements and Information:

• Residency in Rockland County is required for this position.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary
• 40-hour work week
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off including vacation, personal, and holiday time
• New York State pension eligibility
• Other benefits, including deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, leadership, and professional development training

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should email a completed Rockland County employment application, cover letter and resume to: RocklandHumanRights@co.rockland.ny.us.

Position open until filled.

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