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EDUCATION AND OUTREACH ASSOCIATE

CIVIL RIGHTS OFFICER I

Recruitment #25-001741-0004

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Introduction

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) is the agency responsible for enforcement of anti-discrimination and civil rights laws for the State of Maryland.  MCCR is charged with investigating and administratively processing complaints that allege discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and the State’s commercial non-discrimination policy.

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

William Donald Schaefer Tower
6 St. Paul Street
Baltimore, Maryland  21202

POSITION DUTIES

Incumbent assists with preparing training materials, helping coordinate training sessions, and supporting trainers during events. This position helps increase awareness of civil rights protections and the importance of positive human relations in Maryland to both internal and external audiences regarding anti-discrimination law as it pertains to Title 20, and the value of diversity to businesses, communities and housing. Incumbent is responsible for identifying and creating partnerships in the counties of our State to support all MCCR training activities to educate the public and MCCR staff in the efforts of reducing discrimination and effecting positive human relations within the State.

Assist with preparing and organizing training sessions and events. Support staff training facilitation and agency events. Assist in developing and supporting training for MCCR staff on prejudice reduction and cultural sensitivity targeted to protected classes as defined in Title 20 to enhance job performance.


  • Help prepare and copy training materials for internal and external events
  • Assist in setting up training spaces, including virtual or in-person settings
  • Maintain an inventory of training supplies and materials
  • Enter training materials onto the agency website (with guidance)

Cultivate external partnerships with business, human relations, and community groups to broaden the agency’s impact and influence in improving human relations within the State.

  • Provide logistical support for MCCR staff training sessions
  • Track attendance and evaluation forms
  • Help gather feedback from participants and organize it for supervisors

Help maintain external contacts and participates in events

  • Help maintain a contact list of community organizations and training participants
  • Assist in organizing MCCR’s participation in community events
  • Help with basic outreach activities like distributing flyers or updating contact info

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of administrative staff work experience.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in General Legal and Administrative classifications or General Legal and Administrative specialty codes in the Legal field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Interest in civil rights, social justice, equity or community engagements.
3. Experience planning, coordinating or facilitating public outreach activities, workshops and educational programs.
4. Excellent organizational skills.
5. Bilingual or multilingual.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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