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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Human Rights Specialist position with the Human Services Department - Housing Options, Solutions, and Supports Division. The Human Services Department is seeking a Human Rights Specialist to support the fair, efficient, and professional administration of discrimination inquiries and complaints under the Broward County Human Rights Act. The Human Rights Specialist serves as a key point of contact for both complainants and respondents, assessing initial inquiries to determine jurisdiction, drafting formal complaints, and conducting thorough interviews with all involved parties.

Responsibilities include investigating cases, evaluating evidence, drafting detailed reports and determinations, and entering required information into the HUD portal. The position also facilitates conciliations when applicable and works independently to manage cases while providing regular updates to leadership. The role further supports the Human Rights Board and performs related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and communication skills, experience in investigations or human rights compliance, and the ability to manage multiple case components with accuracy, fairness, and a high level of professionalism. 2026 Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Paid Parental Leave Health Benefits High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2,000 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year General Description Responsible for Investigating employment, housing, and public accommodations discrimination complaints and other cases that fall within the jurisdiction of the Human Rights Section, Housing Options, Solutions, and Support Division. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, law or closely related field

Requires two (2) years and six (6) months of experience conducting investigations and regulatory compliance in one of the following specialties: Equal Employment Opportunity; Fair Housing; Public Accommodations Discrimination; Ethics, Wage Recovery, Living Wage,Cone of Silence violations; Americans with Disabilities Act; Fraud Examinations and Auditing; or closely related field.. Special Certifications and Licenses Depending on area of assignment, FL Driver's License may be required Preferences Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, law or closely related field. Doctoral Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, law or closely related field

Mediator Certification Fair Housing Investigator Certification One (1) year or more experience as a mediator or in conflict resolution. One (1) year or more experience of advanced written communication for legal-style reports. One (1) year or more experience working with diverse populations and stakeholders.

Bilingual in Spanish, Creole, or Portugese (speak, read & write) SCOPE OF WORK The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. The Human Rights Section oversees the Human Rights Board and manages employment, fair housing, and public accommodation discrimination complaints.

Receive initial inquiries regarding fair housing and public accommodation complaints and assess whether they fall under the Broward County Human Rights Act. Draft employment, fair housing, and public accommodation discrimination complaints. Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses to obtain relevant information and facts.

Investigate complaints through on-site visits, record reviews, policy and procedure evaluations, and compliance checks. Create, develop, and prepare detailed final investigative reports, recommendations, and determinations for review and approval by the Equal Opportunity Officer and Director or designee. Conciliate employment, fair housing, and public accommodation discrimination complaints, when applicable.

Enter all relevant case information into the HUD Enforcement Management System (HEMS) in a timely manner. Provide technical assistance to complainants, respondents, agencies, governmental entities, and the general public. Serve as a back-up coordinator for the Human Rights Board, including scheduling and attending meetings, managing email communications, preparing agendas and minutes, and coordinating final administrative hearings.

Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering operating procedures and compliance or educational training. Plan, coordinate, attend, and actively participate in Fair Housing Month activities. Attend required virtual and in-person trainings and continuing education classes.

Participate in outreach events to educate consumers, constituents, and community partners on HOSS-D services, and provide critical services during cold and hot weather events, in addition to countywide emergency responsibilities. Work independently under limited supervision, reporting major activities through case management or periodic meetings. Depending on assignment, may be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays.

Performs other duties as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic, moving machinery.