ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION 9351

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class assists the Executive Director in the administration of policies concerning education and the investigation of complaints alleging discrimination as set forth by the Human Rights Commission. Work involves office and field contact with community groups, school, state and county agency representatives and other interested persons in securing equal opportunities for members of minority, ethnic and

cultural groups. The employee is responsible for investigating complaints of discriminatory practices, resolving

sensitive or controversial situations as they occur and is exercised over a staff of professional, clerical and volunteer workers. Work is subject to review by the Executive Director and Commissioners for adherence to established

policies and the achievement of desired objectives.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Receives, investigates, and resolves complaints of discrimination in the area of housing, education,

employment, and public accommodations through conciliatory or, if necessary, legal methods;

Works closely with school administrators, teachers, and school boards towards the equal education of

minority group citizens;

Contacts public officials and community leaders to enlist and encourage their involvement in the programs

and objects of the Human Rights Commission;

Maintains liaison with the Commission and minority groups, public officials, agency representatives,

community organizations, and other persons or groups involved in the general work of Human Rights;

Assists the Executive Director in planning effective ways for implementing the policy decisions of the Commission;

Prepares written reports, summaries, and public releases;

Addresses various civic and community interest groups to inform and explain the work of the Human

Rights Commission;

Supervises clerical personnel, youth corps workers, and volunteers engaged in setting up and operating Commission programs.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the types of discriminatory practices that affect various minority groups and the

most effective methods for dealing with these practices; thorough knowledge of Federal Civil Rights legislation

and of State and local laws governing discrimination; thorough knowledge of the trends, developments, and

literature currently available in the field of Human Rights; good knowledge of effective supervisory methods and management practices; skill in developing and maintaining good communication and rapport between minority

and majority groups, County agencies, community organizations, and the Human Rights Commission; ability to

plan and direct the activities of subordinate professional, clerical and volunteer employees in a manner

conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to represent the Commission and Executive Director and

to interpret their functions and objectives to various interested groups and individuals; ability to prepare accurate

public statements and departmental reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and three years of administrative experience in a health or welfare related agency; or,

Graduation from a recognized college or university with an Associate's Degree and five years of the above experience.

3/26/75

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Noncompetitive