Working Title: EOAD External Investigator
Job Class: Investigation Specialist
Agency: Department of Children, Youth, & Families
Job ID : 89075
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/10/25. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
Date Posted : 10/04/2025
Closing Date : 10/17/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF - MAPE
Division/Unit : DCYF / General Counsel Office
Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) Within Minnesota and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary/principal work location and live within the State may telework more than 50% with approval. Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary/principal work location. See policy for additional information.
This position is responsible for conducting advanced investigative work related to external civil rights and discrimination complaints filed against DCYF with enforcement and oversight agencies such as the EEOC, MDHR, OCR, USDA, and other regulatory bodies. The incumbent organizes investigative plans, coordinates fact-finding activities, and prepares formal written reports to ensure the agency's timely and accurate response to external investigations, enforcement charges, lawsuits, compliance reviews, and discovery requests in collaboration with EOAD, the General Counsel's Office, and Human Resources.
In addition to handling individual complaints, the position monitors trends in external allegations, identifies systemic issues, and contributes to proactive strategies that reduce agency risk, improve compliance, and protect the integrity of DCYF programs and services.
Responsibilities include:
Investigate external complaints of discrimination based upon protected class listed in the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and amendments, and DCYF non-discrimination policy.
Coordinate and investigate DCYF participation in lawsuits, discovery, and external compliance reviews.
Conduct trend analysis and provide training and technical assistance to reduce systemic risk.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three (3) years of experience conducting investigations into civil rights, EEO, affirmative action, ADA compliance or a related field demonstrating application of anti-discrimination laws, regulations and executive orders. The following experience must demonstrate:
Conducting full-cycle workplace investigations, including intake, complainant and respondent interviews, witness interviews, evidence review, analysis, and written findings.
Experience analyzing complex data or policy information to identify systemic barriers or recommend compliance strategies
Knowledge of federal and state civil rights laws including Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Executive Orders related to equity and inclusion
*A bachelor's degree in public administration, law, human services, sociology, or a related field may substitute for one year of required experience; A Master's or Juris Doctor (JD) may substitute for eighteen months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of professional experience in civil rights compliance, equity policy, affirmative action, ADA coordination, or EEO investigations within a government or large public-sector organization In-depth knowledge and practical application of civil rights statutes and regulations, including: Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Age Discrimination Act of 1975 Minnesota Human Rights Act Executive Orders on diversity, equity, and inclusion
Juris Doctor (J.D) or similar law degree from accredited law school, EEO Investigator or other EEO related certificate
Experience with contract or sub-recipient monitoring for civil rights compliance in public benefit or human service programs
Strong interpersonal and strategic consultation skills to work effectively with agency leadership, legal counsel, and external partners such as counties, tribes, vendors, and oversight agencies
Experience using case management systems and data dashboards to track compliance trends and recommend corrective actions
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Personnel File Review: current and former public sector employees
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
