Human Rights Officer Resume Examples

Dedicated Human Rights Officer with extensive experience receiving investigating and concilating complaints received from the public concerning allegations of violations of the Human Rights Act. Adept with a wide variety of complex difficult and sensitive cases; able to precisely determine occurrence of discrimination with the Act. Talented in monitoring institutional and organizational practices within the community to ensure compliance with all legal provisions.

• Receive and investigate complaints and determines whether it falls within the jurisdiction
• Mediate and resolve complaints of discrimination under the HRA
• Submit reports on case work activities to the Executive Secretary
• Prepare documented case files on each complaint matter; make recommendations regarding cases
• Develop educational programs to promote an understanding of rights and responsibilities under the HRA
• Conduct research into areas of concern to the Commission to assist in determining long range objectives
• Handle community relations activities with community groups and participate in meetings as a resource person making speeches to large assemblies

• Reduced and eliminated human rights violations in the region partnering with local government agencies and social service organizations
• Provided education and training to residents and businesses regarding a variety of human rights topics such as human trafficking and inappropriate use of child labor
• Diligently built and maintained relationships with individuals businesses and government agencies

• Gained experience in the field and knowledge of investigative and conciliation techniques
• Learned to deal professionally with a wide variety of people from all walks of life such as company presidents hospital administrators personnel directors union officials and employees representing a multitude of occupations