Director of Equal Employment Opportunity, Equity, and Compliance Programs

Classified Administrator/Manager

10/22/2021

11/12/2021

P0020253

REQ9457

Director of Equal Employment Opportunity, Equity, and Compliance Programs

30-District

Human Resources - Administration (Dist-014-000)

12 Months/Year

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Monthly

17 - $121,884 to $171,444 (salary placement in the salary range will be based upon comparable experience and qualifications; increases are given annually thereafter up to highest step)

100%

40

Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (in-person; work schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs)

Yes

https://jobs.socccd.edu/postings/11811

SUMMARY DEFINITION: Serves as the District’s compliance coordinator and investigator on assigned legal compliance issues Including Equal Employment Opportunity, Equity and Compliance Programs. DISTINGUISHING CAREER FEATURES Coordinates the District’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equity and Compliance programs. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Executive Director of Human Resources and Employee-Employer Relations or designee of the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources. Exercises functional guidance over technical and clerical support personnel if assigned.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the example of duties listed in Job Duties. Please see Job Duties for details.

Applicable State and federal laws, codes and regulations.Computer systems and software applications related to human resources and employee/employer relations programs.Effective project management, organization and analytical skills.Employee training concepts, practices and procedures.Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and diplomacy.Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment.Oral and written communication skills.Presentation and facilitation skills, with an emphasis on education and training for a variety of constituencies.Principles and practices of training, supervision and performance evaluation.Principles, trends, practices, programs, procedures, methods and techniques of human resources management in the public sector. Professional business letter composition and report preparation.Progressive discipline procedures and documentation.Record keeping techniques and programs.Rules and techniques for maintaining legal records.Staff development.Title IX, VAWA, Clery Act, SaVE Act, Ed Code, Title 5, and other applicable laws, codes, and regulations and their best practices.

Administer established policies and procedures for assigned areas of human resources.Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, exercise sound judgment and prepare and implement recommendations in support of goals.Assign, schedule and review work of others when necessary.Build relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the District and peer institutions.Collect, compile and analyze data.Communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse constituencies within and outside of the District.Coordinate with multiple persons to address matters involved in investigations, including providing background information for use by external investigators or legal counsel. Demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusivity.Demonstrate expertise in assigned areas of employee relations. Encourage professional excellence among the staff and promote an organizational culture of customer service, innovation, and quality services. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Exercise initiative and work independently with minimum direction.Guide, advise, and support the training and learning processes to ensure District compliance.Interpret, apply and explain applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations, including Title IX, VAWA, Clery Act, SaVE Act, Ed Code, and Title 5.Learn, interpret, apply and explain applicable District organization, operations, policies and objectives as well as local, State and federal laws and regulations.Maintain a variety of records and reports involving legal case files.Maintain good communication and a positive relationship with District employees to promote employee satisfaction. Make effective public presentations.Manage multiple, on-going and complex caseload of Title IX related incidents and complaints.Monitor, evaluate, and understand all relevant and current federal, State and local laws, court decisions, administrative guidance, or other sources for updates and changes to compliance requirement.Operate computer and applications software, including database management, spreadsheet, word processing and software related to human resources.Operate modern office equipment, such as computer, printer and copier.Pay close attention to detail.Plan, design, develop, organize, coordinate, direct and evaluate assigned employee relations and staff development functions, programs, services, operations and activities, including training, grievance and disciplinary procedures, and performance appraisal.Plan, schedule, organize and perform work according to established legal timelines.Prepare and present effective, complete and accurate oral and written reports and recommendations.Relate effectively to people of varied academic, cultural and socio-economic background using tact, diplomacy and courtesy. Remain a neutral party when performing work. Select, train, lead, direct, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel when assigned.Serve as an advocate for victims as needed.Understand and effectively and collaboratively work in a complicated multi-college environment, as well as within a system of community college districts.Understand and ensure compliance with applicable State and federal law, Board policies, administrative regulations, procedures and provisions. Work confidentially with discretion.Work with a wide range of constituencies, such as administrators, faculty, staff, students and parents, using diplomacy and tact.Work with discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive information.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management, business or public administration, social work, psychology, forensic psychology or related field. A Master’s Degree with emphasis in human resources, law, business or public administration, social work, psychology, forensic psychology, higher education administration or related field is desirable.

At least four years of increasingly responsible professional human resources experience, involving employee relations, training and investigation/resolution of discrimination and harassment complaints, in a public education setting, including at least two years of increasingly responsible legal compliance work. Victim advocacy training and experience is desirable.

Valid California driver’s license.

The work environment and physical demands described here represent those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standard office setting. Typically, duties are performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation. Incumbents are subject to contact with others, frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment and demanding legal timelines. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort. Must be able to adapt to changing situations and demanding timelines.

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods, walk short distances on a regular basis, travel to various locations to attend meetings/workshops and conduct investigations, use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines, reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel or crouch to file, speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over the telephone and in person; and lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

NOTICE: THIS RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN “OPEN UNTIL FILLED”
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested applicants must complete the online application, apply for the position, and attach the specified “REQUIRED” documents.
To be considered, each section on the application must contain the requested information (do not state “SEE RESUME” or leave blank). Included on the application, applicants must provide (on the application) at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current supervisors, previous supervisors (from the past five years), colleagues or coworkers who can address professional competency and appropriate practical skills, or other professional references. District Human Resources (DHR) may request additional references.
In addition to a full complete application, applicants are required to attach all “REQUIRED” documents. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.
Applicants bear sole responsibility for ensuring that their applications are complete and “REQUIRED” documents are attached prior to the “INITIAL SCREENING DATE.” Incomplete applications will not be considered. All submitted materials become the property of the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD), will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this position only. Any supporting documents submitted must reference the Job Opening ID numbers and may be attached online, faxed to 949-340-8007, mailed via U.S. Mail under separate cover, or hand delivered to the District offices.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
This recruitment will remain “OPEN UNTIL FILLED.” For guaranteed consideration, a complete application, and all “REQUIRED” documents are required to be submitted electronically by the “INITIAL SCREENING DATE.” Applications submitted via facsimile or electronic mail will not be accepted.

The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to eligible employees, which includes medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and a long-term disability income-protection plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District. Mandatory retirement incentive is with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

LEADERSHIP Support the District’s commitment to an open, diverse, and inclusive working environment by investigating related complaints and recommending corrective actions, providing guidance and training to faculty and staff, building internal and external relationships leading to improved results, and conducting assessments of the effectiveness of District’s policies, procedures, and administrative requirements related to EEO, Equity and Compliance Programs.

INVESTIGATIVE COMPLIANCE 1. Receive, process, investigate and respond to complaints and grievances from employees, and third parties regarding EEO issues.

2. Process inquiries and discrimination complaints from the colleges and third parties in a timely manner; provide background information for use by external investigators or legal counsel.

3. Develop investigation plans for each complaint; notify and interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses.

4. Conduct research and investigations and grievance sessions to determine resolutions according to federal and State laws, District policies, practices, procedures, and applicable collective bargaining agreements to attempt to resolve alleged discrimination.

5. Conduct investigations or work with third party neutral fact finders to conduct investigations.

6. Counsel employees as appropriate.

7. Prepare recommendations for appropriate corrective action and issue factual findings and recommendations, as necessary.

8. Prepare and propose District case positions/responses regarding compliance, discrimination, equity, discipline, or grievance issues; and coordinate legal matters with District’s legal counsel as directed.

9. Obtain, review, and analyze relevant facts and documents related to reported incidents and determine a resolution or assess whether a further review or investigation is necessary to ensure the safety of the impacted student and the community; make recommendations and coordinate appropriate interim and remedial measures.

10. Develop and prepare written comprehensive reports of investigation, statements, and findings of facts, conclusions, and recommendations.

COMPLIANCE GUIDANCE
1. Provide training and technical assistance to District personnel on local, State and federal laws, regulation, and District policies and procedures related to equal employment opportunity, equity and compliance.

2. Provide recommendations for training and outreach programs as well as changes to policies and procedures based on investigative findings.

3. Provide a fair and neutral process for all parties and guidance counseling to employees regarding rights and privileges in areas of assigned responsibilities.

4. Refer faculty and staff to resources for supplementary support during an investigation; monitor outcomes, identifying and addressing any patterns, and assessing effects of misconduct on the campus climate; and

5. Prepare and submit a variety of reports, documentation, proposals, recommendations, correspondence, and other materials, as required for internal use and for external federal and State agencies.

POLICY, PROCEDURES, AND ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
1. Review and evaluate the daily administration of assigned District-wide legal compliance programs related to equity and diversity, non-discrimination and discrimination prevention including staff development and training, according to District objectives, policies and procedures and other legal requirements.

2. Work with supervisor to develop, coordinate, organize and implement an overall legal compliance plan, policy and related procedures, protocols, and practices; direct, review, monitor and control all programs, services, activities, and operations related to that plan; and organize and maintain related records, reports and files.

3. Review and recommend proposed, new, revised, or updated District policies and procedures, ensuring legal compliance, including those involving equal employment opportunity, equity, diversity, and non-discrimination employment; ensure that policy changes are effectively communicated throughout the District, providing recommendations and/or instructions to departments to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to District policies and requirements.

4. Review and evaluate the South Orange Community College District Equal Employment Opportunity Plan; assist Executive Director with ADA, including the ADA interactive process, services, policies, and procedures, in compliance with District, State and federal regulations; and develop and maintain diverse recruitment pools.

5. Stay current of issues, changes or updates concerning areas of assignment and related trends, investigations, regulations, and statutes; ensure the development and dissemination of information related to new or revised automated systems, requirements or regulations affecting those areas.

RELATIONSHIPS 1. Chair or serve on committees, task forces and other work groups; make presentations to employees and/or the public at various meetings; and conduct workshops to provide specialized information, as needed or as requested.
2. Coordinate external regulatory or legal inquiries into discrimination and misconduct issues with representatives of State and federal agencies and respond to complaints of unlawful discrimination or retaliation.
3. Provide technical expertise concerning assigned areas of compliance, including discrimination, equal employment opportunity, equity, diversity, and investigations; interpret, apply, and explain related laws, rules, regulations, policies, and practices.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.