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The Human Rights Commission is an independent State of Alaska agency housed administratively within the Office of the Governor, reporting to seven Commissioners appointed by the Governor in 5-year rotating terms. Created in 1963 through the Alaska Human Rights Law, AS 18.80, it predates Title VII of the U.S. Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is a quasi-judicial agency charged with investigating and prosecuting discrimination complaints in five areas: employment, places of public accommodation, credit and financing, the sale and rental of real property, and government practices. The Commission also educates the public about anti-discrimination laws and works to eradicate discrimination where possible. The agency works in conjunction with the federal Equal Employment Opportunities Commission for co-filed cases. The Commission is seeking a Human Rights Attorney II/III to prepare and present discrimination cases at public hearings, conduct reviews of investigative files, make recommendations regarding the sufficiency of the evidence in investigations, and conciliate resolutions to complaints in which the Commission has found substantial evidence of discrimination. As a litigation-focused position, it requires well developed negotiation and analytical skills, a high degree of professionalism and organization, and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Please see the detailed position descriptions on this website for the Attorney II and III for more information about this position.

Minimum Qualifications

This is a flexibly staffed position. Admission to the Alaska State Bar is required for the Attorney II level. Admission to the Alaska State Bar and at least two years of legal experience is required for the Attorney III level. Knowledge of anti-discrimination law and litigation experience are preferred.

Additional Required Information

SALARY:

Starting salary range is $90,012 to $102,862.50 annually (Range 20-22). A comprehensive state benefits package is provided. Positions in this job class are in the partially exempt service in accordance with AS 39.25.120(c)(3).

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION:

Applicants must submit a professional writing sample of no more 10 pages to be considered for this position by the position’s closure date.

TO APPLY:

Applicants for this position must submit a cover letter, resume, a professional writing sample of no more than 10 pages, and at least three employment references. Writing samples are a permanent part of the applicant’s file and will not be returned.

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 465-3897 in Juneau or the TDD for the hearing impaired at (800) 770-8973. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

Alaska State Commission for Human Rights

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under Alaska Care Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year