Affirmative Action Officer And Bias Response Coordinator - Suny Oneonta

Job Description:

The State University of New York at Oneonta is seeking a proactive leader to join our team as Affirmative Action Offer and Bias Response Coordinator for the Bias Acts Response Team (BART). We are dedicated to fostering an environment where safety, respect, and equity prevail. We believe that everyone deserves a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you are passionate about ensuring the rights of all community members and eager to make a lasting impact, we want YOU to join our team!

Reporting to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the incumbent will ensure compliance with federal and state employment and education law and SUNY and university policies particularly in the areas of discrimination. This includes coordination and investigation of complaints of alleged discrimination, periodic review of policies and procedures related to Affirmative Action, preparation of the annual affirmative action plan, the design and delivery of education materials and training to the campus community on issues related to affirmative action, equal employment, bias acts, and DEI-related trainings. The incumbent will also chair and coordinate BART, as well as assist in the development of DEISJ training for the university.

The Office of Equity and Inclusion is dedicated to supporting the equity, diversity and inclusion endeavors of SUNY Oneonta's academic divisions, administrative departments, and all offices. Important to our mission is our work with both individuals and groups in their efforts to feel included and have voice in shaping our community. We further strive to acknowledge, embrace, and affirm a broad vision of diversity that recognizes emergent communities and their needs in our effort to be truly inclusive and equitable. The Office accomplishes these ideals through engaging in cross divisional collaborations, participating in and providing professional development opportunities and working tirelessly to create an inclusive civil working and learning campus community.

To learn more about the University and the department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or https://suny.oneonta.edu/office-equity-and-inclusion.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the university's chief civil rights administrator, ensuring compliance with federal, state, SUNY, and university policies related to employment and education discrimination.

• Act as a liaison between the university and enforcement agencies.

• Develop and deliver training content on civil rights and discrimination for students and employees.

• Receive inquiries, concerns, and formal/informal complaints related to civil rights and discrimination.

• Investigate complaints and compliance issues per procedures: plan investigations, interview parties, review evidence, and conduct legal research.

• Provide conflict resolution services, including conflict prevention, mediation, and informal resolution assistance.

• Collect and analyze data on discrimination to identify patterns and trends, and report findings as required.

• Maintain confidential complaint records in accordance with policies and laws.

• Ensure the proper implementation of affirmative action and equal opportunity policies across the campus community.

• Attend training sessions to stay current on regulations and laws.

• Collaborate with university stakeholders to promote EEO goals, ensure compliance, and keep stakeholders informed of legal and policy updates.

• Prepare the annual Affirmative Action Plan and develop policies and communications for its implementation.

• Collaborate with Employee Services and Accessibility Resources to implement employment and academic accommodations for employees and students with disabilities.

• Chair and coordinate the Bias Acts Response Team (BART); provide training, lead meetings, support subcommittees, review reports, coordinate responses, and monitor trends. Organize and assemble BART response and support teams.

• Assist with the development, coordination, and facilitation of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice (DEISJ) trainings.

• Serve on Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI)/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committees and other university-wide committees.

• Contribute to the overall success of the University by performing other related duties as assigned.

Salary: $80,000-$85,000 commensurate with experience. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant discipline.

• Two years of relevant experience, including but not limited to working on Affirmative Action including investigations, and counseling.

• Knowledge of EEO, ADA, and OCR

• Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with culturally diverse individuals at all levels of the University.

• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of confidentiality.

Additional:

• Demonstrated ability to maintain impartiality while working collaboratively with others.

• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions with minimal oversight.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, gather/analyze data, and implement policies, programs, and procedures.

Preferred:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant discipline or Juris doctor.

• Experience working in higher education.

• At least four years or more of successful relevant full-time professional experience related to Affirmative Action and Bias Acts investigation and response, including conducting investigations on discrimination.

• Experience developing and facilitating workshops on DEISJ-related issues for broad audiences.

• Experience in using restorative practices to resolve conflicts and build community.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=177215. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required).

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/employment