EEO Program Manager
Recruitment #0123-RM0251-01
| Approximate Salary | $8,254.59 - $10,033.50/month |
|---|---|
| Opening Date | 1/31/2023 08:45:00 AM |
| Closing Date | 2/24/2023 11:59:00 PM |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
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| Analyst | Michael Lee |
Introduction
The Human Resources Division is recruiting for an experienced and proven Human Resources professional to manage the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Unit. This key leadership position will be responsible for managing the County’s EEO program and activities to support employee and client non-discrimination practices. This position will also serve as the administrative staff support and advisor to the County EEO Advisory Committee.
Please click on the following to view the brochure: EEO Program Manager
The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires.
Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources:
- Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service.
- Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions.
- New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours)
**NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.
TYPICAL DUTIES
- Responsible for administration and management of San Joaquin County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program and those activities that support employee and client non-discrimination practices; develops, recommends and implements EEO policies, plans, training programs, systems and procedures for the purpose of supporting and maintaining a non-discriminatory environment in County government and assuring County compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws; provides assistance as appropriate regarding compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other legislation; encourages diversity/multicultural/multilingual programs.
- Receives, investigates and supervises investigations regarding complaints of discrimination or harassment filed by employees or applicants; writes detailed and comprehensive investigation reports and maintains appropriate records.
- Communicates with employees, unions, management, legal representatives, contract investigators, and external agencies as needed during the investigative process; renders decisions on complaints and appeals as required; assures confidentiality of witnesses and participants as appropriate; may investigate Civil Service Rule 19 grievances; may provide testimony or expert witness in a hearing or other venue as required.
- Provides guidance, information, advice and training to County managers and administrators to facilitate achievement of their EEO goals and obligations; conducts workshops, seminars and training sessions for County employees; trains or supervises training of Departmental EEO coordinators to receive and respond to discrimination and harassment complaint at the informal level of the internal EEO Complaint process.
- Collaborates with other Human Resources units, County departments, County Counsel, and others as required regarding EEO related matters that affect other operational areas within the County.
- Provides staff support and serves as liaison to the Board of Supervisors’ appointed EEO Advisory Committee; schedules speakers for meetings and events; develops Committee agendas, programs, and events; provides general guidance to Committee members; and provide staff support to committee projects.
- Interprets equal employment opportunity requirements of state and federal agencies, analyzes their impact on County operations, and makes recommendations as appropriate; monitors ongoing legislative activity that impacts the County’s EEO program; researches and evaluates County data to identify compliance concerns; facilitates automation and tracking of program data; produces complex reports and/or makes presentations as needed.
- Develops, prepares and presents the bi-annual County EEO Plan and other required reports for adoption by the County Board of Supervisors; distributes EEO Plan to County management; monitors the status and progress of EEO Program goals and objectives.
- Researches and compiles various legal, statistical, demographic, or administrative data; analyzes data and identifies trends; summarizes data and prepares reports; prepares required state/federal EEO reports; and ensures timely submission of mandated reports to appropriate agencies or individuals.
- Consults with and receives advice/direction from the HR Director or designee regarding EEO program operations and activities; appropriately evaluates and analyze EEO complaints and makes advisory recommendations based on investigation findings and applicable policy compliance.
- Evaluates County employment and promotional procedures for EEO compliance; recommends policies and procedures to eliminate inappropriate employment barriers; makes recommendations for career development and recruitment outreach to enhance diversity and EEO practices.
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of assigned EEO staff in performing EEO Program activities; conducts training and assigns work as appropriate; and initiates appropriate corrective/disciplinary action.
- Serves as Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Reconsideration Officer.
- Serves as a liaison with state and federal officials, as well as with city/county officials, staff, citizens, community/professional organizations and educational institutions.
- Attends meetings, conferences and seminars; participates on committees and task forces; may prepare and present budgets.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in one of the social or behavioral sciences, humanities, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible administrative, managerial, or analytical experience administering equal employment opportunity programs and compliance training, including at least three years of substantial responsibility conducting discrimination/harassment investigations and/or Reasonable Accommodation compliance investigations. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Substitution #1: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.
Substitution #2: A master’s degree in one of the social or behavioral sciences, humanities, business or public administration, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the general administrative, managerial or analytical experience.
License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility - frequent sitting for long periods, moving about an office, reaching above and below desk level; Dexterity - frequent operation of a keyboard; handling individual papers; writing and taking notes; Lifting - occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds; Visual Requirements - frequent ability to read written materials and computer screens and do close-up work; Hearing/Talking - frequent ability to hear normal speech, hear on the telephone, talk in person, and talk on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological Factors - frequent public contact; ability to make decisions and concentrate; position may require attendance at evening meetings or weekend sessions; position may require occasional travel.
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