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Human Rights Officer Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

Police Officer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

$78K - $116K/yr

... human life, including the preservation of the rights of individuals. * Control entry and exit ... officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests or other ...

... . What we need is the credentialed human who signs, validates, and represents. You will work ... Annual re-attestation support; named contact for customer audits under contractual audit rights.

... . What we need is the credentialed human who signs, validates, and represents. You will work ... Annual re-attestation support; named contact for customer audits under contractual audit rights.

... human resources development as it pertains to office professionals: o Trains and educates all ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

... human resources development as it pertains to office professionals: o Trains and educates all ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities from entry-level to management in retail, human ... Officer and the Vice President of Donated Goods and Retail. This position blends high-level ...

Investigator

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

... appeal officer for cases involving Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, ADA, and/or Section 504 ... human resources, social work, or a related field. * Deep knowledge of federal civil rights laws and ...

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Collections Representative

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

... human relation skills to obtain payments, notifying borrowers of their rights and amounts due ... officers by telephone or letter. * Documents collection actions and prepares lists of past due ...

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How much do human rights officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for human rights officer in Pennsylvania is $76,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,100.00 and $98,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Human Rights Officer vs Human Rights Advocate?

AspectHuman Rights OfficerHuman Rights Advocate
CredentialsBachelor's degree in law, social sciences, or related field; often requires experience in human rights workSimilar educational background; often involves advocacy training or certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, NGOs, international organizations; involved in monitoring, reporting, and complianceNGOs, community groups, public campaigns; focused on raising awareness and lobbying
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by organizations implementing human rights policies and complianceCommonly used by activists, NGOs, and advocacy groups

While both roles focus on promoting human rights, Human Rights Officers typically work within organizations to ensure compliance and monitor violations, whereas Human Rights Advocates actively campaign and raise awareness to influence policy and public opinion.

What does a human rights officer do?

A Human Rights Officer is responsible for monitoring, reporting, and advocating for the protection of human rights in a specific region or context. Their work often involves investigating allegations of human rights violations, engaging with governments and civil society, and advising on best practices for promoting human rights standards. They may also conduct training, draft reports, and support the implementation of international human rights treaties. Their role is crucial in ensuring accountability and fostering respect for human rights globally.

What are some common challenges faced by human rights officers in the field?

Human Rights Officers often work in complex environments where they may encounter resistance from local authorities, cultural barriers, or security concerns. Balancing the need to document human rights violations objectively while ensuring the safety of victims and witnesses can be particularly challenging. Additionally, resource constraints and high caseloads may require strong organizational and prioritization skills. Collaboration with local organizations and international bodies is crucial to ensure effective advocacy and impact.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a human rights officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Human Rights Officer, you typically need a background in law, international relations, or social sciences, along with expertise in human rights frameworks. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management systems, and monitoring/reporting tools like OHCHR's UPR Info is common. Excellent analytical thinking, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills are vital for engaging with diverse communities and stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate documentation, effective advocacy, and the ability to promote and protect human rights in complex environments.

What job categories do people searching Human Rights Officer jobs in Pennsylvania look for?

The top searched job categories for Human Rights Officer jobs in Pennsylvania are:

What cities in Pennsylvania are hiring for Human Rights Officer jobs?

Cities in Pennsylvania with the most Human Rights Officer job openings:

Infographic showing various Human Rights Officer job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,111 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

Police Officer

U.S. Mint

Philadelphia, PA • On-site, Remote

$78K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Summary
This position is located at US Mint, Protection Department - Philadelphia Police. As a Police Officer, you will safeguard the US assets and artifacts including the nation's precious metal reserves; protect United States Mint employees, visitors, equipment, facilities and other resources; and provide expert security advice and counsel to the US Mint, other governments.
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Duties
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The following are the duties of this position at the TR-8. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.
  • Responsible for protecting dies, monetary, and bullion assets in the custody or control of the United States Mint during production, processing, storage, transportation, or other use; property against theft, assault, sabotage; and protecting United States Mint employees and visitors from threats or hazards of physical harm or injury, violence in the workplace, criminal and acts of terrorism.
  • Responsible for the enforcement of Federal, State and local laws relating to the protection of human life, including the preservation of the rights of individuals.
  • Control entry and exit, regulate pedestrian and vehicular traffic; prevent accidents, congestion, and parking problems; give warnings; may issue citations for traffic and other appropriate and makes arrests if necessary.
  • Maintain records and prepare reports covering activities and events occurring over the course of a shift.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. (https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information)
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Conditions of employment
(Refer to Qualifications section)
If you do not meet any of the categories listed, you may wish to apply under announcement 26-MINT-13028357-P which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
Physical Requirements (Based on an 8-hour shift)
Must wear clothing and gear weighing no more than a total of 30 pounds:
Must wear equipment belt (with equipment) weighing no more than 10 lbs.;
Must wear body armor weighing no more than 10 lbs.;
Must wear riot gear weighing no more than 10 lbs.;
And be physically capable of satisfactorily performing the following requirements in the specified timeframes.
Sits (up to 30% of the time)
Runs (up to 30% of the time)
Climbs Stairs (up to 30% of the time)
Crawls (up to 30% of the time)
Repetitive Arm Motion (up to 30% of the time)
Stands (greater than 70% of the time)
Walks (greater than 70% of the time)
Power Grasps-Frequently (greater than 70% of the time)
Power Pinches-Frequently (greater than 70% of the time)
Types (greater than 70% of the time)
Use of Foot Control (Automobile) (greater than 70% of the time)
Key Requirements:
  1. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
  2. Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.
  3. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National

During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements within 14 days of the closing date of this announcement.
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. Be sure all experience is documented in your resume by indicating place of employment, job title, length of time performing the duties, and the name and contact information for the supervisor. We must be able to verify this experience in your resume in order for you to receive credit.
Specialized Experience:
For the TR-8/GS-7, you must have one year (full 52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the TR-7/GS-6 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position is defined as:
Experience that provided the application of Federal, State or Local Laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices and techniques, investigating and resolving incidents and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property.
Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills.
In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:
For the TR-8 you must have been at the TR-7/GS-6 level for 52 weeks.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • All employees must wear face masks while on MINT property when required by CDC and Federal guidelines.
  • This position is designated as emergency essential.
  • The incumbent must be ready and able to deploy as required in support of varied contingencies and under severe and austere conditions. The incumbent may deploy for brief periods during a contingency event.
  • All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • May be required to File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
  • May be required to undergo an income tax verification.
  • Shift Work: This facility operates on a 24 hour per day, three-shift basis. Assignment to a specific shift cannot be guaranteed. The successful applicant must be able to work all shifts on a rotational basis.
  • May be required to wear safety clothing and/or equipment required by the position. This may include equipment belt, body armor, riot gear, etc.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for this testing designated position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random drug testing while the position is occupied.
  • Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. You will be ineligible to occupy this position if at any time you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside [Lautenberg Amendment - 18 U.S.C. 922(g) (9)].
  • Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's license upon appointment OR within 90 days of appointment (as appropriate) and maintain a valid license while you occupy the position.
  • Tattoos/Branding/Intentional Scarring- Full sleeve tattoos are permissible as long as they are not deemed offensive, racist or sexist. Visible tattoos, branding or intentional scarring, or body art on the head, face, neck or scalp are prohibited. Any visible tattoos that are offensive, extremist, indecent, racist or sexist are prohibited. Visible body piercings while on duty and/or in uniform, with the exception of agency approved earrings are prohibited.
  • Complete or have previously completed training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA.

* *Please see the Additional Information for Continuation of Conditions of Employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
OTHER INFORMATION:
  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
  • This is a bargaining unit position and is represented by FOP.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:
  • Pass a pre-employment physical examination meeting agency medical requirements (if applicable) meeting the following standards:
    Distance Vision - Uncorrected distance vision must be at least 20/70 (Snellen) in each eye, and corrected to at least 20/20 (Snellen) in each eye.
    Near Vision - Corrected or uncorrected, must be sufficient to read the Snellen Acuity Test at a distance of 13 inches. Ability to distinguish basic colors is required, as are normal depth perception, peripheral vision, and accommodation.
    Hearing - Using the ISO or ANSI scale, applicants/employee, without the use of a hearing aid, must have no hearing loss in one ear of more than 40decibels in either the 500, 1000, or 2000 cps ranges. Using the ASA scale, applicants/employees, without the use of a hearing aid, must have no loss in one ear of more than 30 decibels in any of these ranges. Use of a hearing aid in the other ear is permitted where such use does not interfere with safeguard efficient job performance or the wearing of protective head gear.
    Any other disease or defect of the ear which adversely affects hearing or equilibrium and which interferes with safe and efficient job performance is disqualifying.
    Nose, Mouth, and Throat - Any chronic disease or condition which interferes with distinct speech or with free breathing (with or without a breathing apparatus) is disqualifying.
    Respiratory System - Any chronic disease or condition affecting the respirator) system which would impair the safe and efficient performance of the full range of duties of the position is disqualifying, e.g., conditions which result in reduced pulmonary function, shortness of breath, or painful respiration.
    Cardiovascular System - The following conditions are disqualifying:
    Symptomatic heart disease, with or without medication;
    Elevated blood pressure with repeated readings which exceed 160 systolic and 100 diastolic, with or without medication;
    Low blood pressure with repeated readings which are less than 105 systolic and 60 diastolic, with or without medication;
    Symptomatic peripheral vascular disease and varicose veins manifested by ulceration or discoloration of the skin.
    Nervous System - Applicants/Employees must possess emotional and mental stability with no history of a psychotic or basic personality disorder.
    In cases where applicants/employees have a history of epilepsy or convulsive disorder, each instance must be individually considered on its own merits to determine if the person is able to perform safely and efficiently, given his or her medical condition.
    Any neurological disorder with resulting decreased neurological or muscular function is disqualifying.

  • Pass a pre-employment psychological evaluation meeting agency pre-employment psychological requirements (if applicable) meeting the following standards:
    Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-3 (MMPI-3, Police Candidate Interpretive Report)
    California Psychological Inventory-434 (CPI-434, Police & Public Safety Selection Report)
    Personal History Survey (PHS, an updated version of the Life Events Inventory-2)
    Clinical interview
    Review of collateral mental health records, if relevant.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholdi