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TED ANDREW JOHNSON <br /> 1763 Hamline Avenue North <br /> Falcon Heights, MN 55113 <br /> (612)647 -6946 <br /> EDUCATION <br /> ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY, Normal, Illinois (1977 1983). Bachelor of <br /> Arts, 1981. Majors in Political Science and French. Major concentrations in <br /> political philosophy, international relations, legal studies, and literature. 3.4 GPA. <br /> 21 hours complete towards Masters degree in Political Science with work <br /> continuing on thesis. Masters concentration in political philosophy. <br /> DOMAINE UNIVERSITE de GRENOBLE, Grenoble, France (1987- 1979). <br /> Concentration in French language, history, literature and culture. <br /> Employment <br /> MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS, <br /> St. Paul, Minnesota (1986 -1987, 1988 present) <br /> Human Rights Enforcement Officer. The primary responsibility of this position <br /> is to conduct neutral, independent investigations into alleged violations of the <br /> Minnesota Human Rights Act. Particular areas of specialization include sexual <br /> harassment and education discrimination. In order to successfully investigate <br /> charges and recommend disposition, it is necessary to interview witnesses; <br /> determine which of numerous available documents are relevant to the charge and <br /> obtain them; and to clearly analyze and summarize legal and factual issues. <br /> Negotiation skills are also a necessary component in attempting to resolve <br /> disputes through pre- and post- determination settlements. Another element of this <br /> position is provision of educational services to potential charging parties, <br /> respondents and members of the public, including public speaking. <br /> NEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY, Manhattan, New York (1/88 -6/88) <br /> Director of Constituent Affairs, District Office of New York State Assemblyman <br /> Steven Sanders. Served as information source, liaison, and caseworker to <br /> constituents in their dealings with governmental agencies. Maintained files and <br /> helped coordinate office activities with regard to various issues of community <br /> interest. Served as Assemblyman Sanders' representative on several local and <br /> community-based associations and public councils. Strong emphasis on client <br /> contact and relations. <br />