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Director of EEO and Accessibility

NYC Jobs, New York, New York, United States, 10001

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divh2Director Of Equal Employment Opportunity And Accessibility/h2pThe Campaign Finance Board is a nonpartisan, independent city agency that empowers New Yorkers to have a greater impact on their elections. Our mission is to make local democracy more open, transparent, and equitable by removing barriers to participation. We believe that when every New Yorker is empowered to participate meaningfully in elections, candidates will better reflect the communities they serve, elected leaders will be more accountable to the public, and New Yorkers will have a democracy they can truly trust./ppThe People and Engagement division is focused on ensuring that every member of the CFB can thrive, feel respected, and be fully engaged in our mission. The division encompasses multiple units including the EEO unit, People and Culture unit, the Learning and Development unit and the Labor Relations, Timekeeping, Payroll, Benefits and Compliance unit. We seek to partner with our colleagues throughout the agency to uphold fairness, build inclusive practices, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Together we work to build people systems that allow for a positive employee experience and workplace culture./ppThe Director of EEO and Accessibility will report to the Assistant Executive Director for People and Engagement operationally, and to the CFBs Executive Director for EEO matters. This role will be tasked with planning, developing, directing and managing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) programs, staff, investigations, and related administrative duties to ensure the agency complies with local, state, and federal laws and policies./ppResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:/pulliDeveloping and implementing EEO policies, plans and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as Citywide EEO policies and procedures./liliAdvising agency leadership on EEO matters and complaint and inquiry resolution./liliPreparing required quarterly EEO reports to be submitted to the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), City Council and the Equal Employment Practices Commission (EEPC)./liliWorking with People and Engagement senior leadership team and relevant agency stakeholders to develop and publish the Citywide Annual Diversity and EEO Plan and internal diversity reports./liliConducting and/or supervising internal EEO investigations, drafting investigative reports, and recommending resolutions that are sound, compliant with laws and policies and mitigate legal risk to the agency./liliImplementing relevant EEO and agency-wide strategic plan initiatives./liliFacilitating mediation and alternative dispute resolution./liliManaging internal and external EEO databases, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updating of indices in addition to closure of investigative matters./liliSupervising the CFBs Accessibility Specialist in their processing of reasonable accommodations and provisioning of accessibility programming, technology, and education./liliAssisting the CFBs Accessibility Specialist with Disability Services Facilitator (DSF) initiatives, compliance monitoring, and accessibility planning./liliProviding policy guidance and technical assistance to management on equitable and lawful employment practices./liliProviding EEO-relevant advice and insight on agency policies./liliSupporting strategies that foster an inclusive and cooperative workplace culture./liliMonitoring and reviewing agency employment practices including recruitment, selection, promotions, performance evaluations, and separations for compliance with EEO requirements and City guidelines./liliDrafting compliance reports, policy updates, and risk assessments for senior leadership and executive review./liliDeveloping and deliver EEO-related and compliance training for staff at all levels./liliDrafting and administering EEO trainings including but not limited to new employee orientation, unconscious bias and structured interviewing training, microaggression training, and custom training/learning sessions for employees who may demonstrate a need for specific EEO learning./li/ulpEssential Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Other Behaviors (KSAOs)/ppWere seeking individuals eager to make an impact, even if they dont tick every box on our job description. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and the unique blend of lived experiences, non-traditional education pathways, practical know-how, and a variety of skills and abilities that each candidate brings to the table. If youre ready to learn and grow with us, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team./ppKnowledge/pulliKnowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination, harassment, and EEO (e.g., Title VII, ADA, ADEA, Rehabilitation Act, Equal Pay Act, NYS Human Rights Law, NYC Human Rights Law, and related civil rights statutes)./liliKnowledge of City of New Yorks EEO Policy, Diversity and Inclusion mandates, Civil Services rules and regulations, and City of New York procedural guidelines (including complaint procedures and reasonable accommodation procedures)./liliKnowledge and understanding of motivational and management theories and leadership styles and approaches./liliKnowledge and understanding of government operations (New York City government experience a plus)./liliKnowledge of NYCs EEO investigative, interviewing and counseling policies, procedures and techniques./liliKnowledge of EEO recordkeeping and reporting requirements./liliKnowledge of workplace harassment and discrimination concepts and theories./liliKnowledge of accessibility principles and technologies./liliKnowledge of complaint resolution, mediation, and corrective action strategies./li/ulpSkills/pulliAdvanced facilitation, mediation, advocacy and interpersonal skills to cope with conflicting points of view, function under pressure while demonstrating integrity, fair-mindedness and a persuasive, confident persona./liliDemonstrated proficiency with program design and project management, working under tight deadlines to achieve short and long-term goals as required. Strong analytical thinking and problem solving./liliExcellent oral and written communication skills to make presentations, conduct training seminars, negotiate settlements, write proposed decisions in complaint cases, and to complete other EEO assignments/liliInvestigative and interviewing skills that include gathering evidence, documentation, assessment and writing findings reports to conduct fair and thorough investigations into complaints or allegations of discrimination./liliMediates disputes and resolves conflicts related to discrimination or harassment claims./liliHigh degree of proficiency in Microsoft platforms./liliStrong people skills and emotional intelligence and can understand and effectively navigate within an organizational structure./li/ulpAbilities/pulliDemonstrated ability to advise, counsel, and encourage all levels of agency staff to make policy changes and decisions that support equal employment opportunity./liliAbility to effectively apply management principles and practices to drive positive outcomes for the agency./liliDemonstrated ability to analyze data and provide alternative solutions to problems./liliAbility to work and communicate effectively with employees at all levels./liliAbility to exercise professional and ethical judgement when complex personnel situations arise and possess an understanding of when to refer certain matters or involve outside parties./liliAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships./liliDemonstrated ability to meet deliverables in a complex and matrixed environment./liliAbility to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities./liliOutstanding writing, editing, and research skills./liliAdept at quickly synthesizing information to distill critical issues and formulate recommendations that consider risks, benefits, and alternative perspectives./liliManages a high volume of work with efficiency: Has developed or can create a system for keeping tasks from slipping through the cracks. Able to juggle competing demands and prioritize without sacrificing quality. Plans backwards to make deadlines. Asks for help when needed./liliAttentive, empathetic leadership: Enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with people. Empathizes with the communities we serve. Able to put people at ease, especially when there are lines of difference. Listens closely to understand needs or concerns and takes steps based on that input. Gets back to people in a timely manner. Takes pride in providing clear, helpful information./li/ulpOther/pulliImpeccable people skills, including the ability to make people of various and intersecting identities feel comfortable discussing uncomfortable subject matter at times./liliExercises authority without asserting dominance: Brings a clear vision and recognizes the value of divergent perspectives. Approaches leadership with a mindset of power with rather than power over and regularly includes others in planning and decision-making./liliA motivated, self-starter who adjusts readily to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change; shows versatility in handling people and situations./liliStrong preference given to candidates with at least 8-10 years of demonstrated experience in the performance of EEO work./li/ulpAssociate Executive Program MA - 06939/ppMinimum Qualifications/pp1. A bachelors degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by at least twelve-semester credits (or the equivalent of twelve-semester credits) in accounting, auditing, business or public administration, computer science, economics, finance, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related area of/p/div