Affirmative Action Specialist

Affirmative Action Specialist (Diversity and Operations Specialist)

Job ID

28313

Location

Baruch College

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

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POSITION DETAILS

Baruch College???s Office of Diversity, Compliance, and Equity Initiatives (ODCEI) is one way that the Baruch College community demonstrates its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by broadening outreach and recruitment, strengthening institutional diversity infrastructures, developing strategic diversity plans, and cultivating diversity awareness and appreciation.

The Diversity and Operations Specialist performs analytical, research and administrative support work to implement Baruch College???s recruitment, search, selection and retention activities and initiatives. The Diversity and Operations Specialist reports to the Executive Chief Diversity Officer (ECDO). As an administrator in the Office of Diversity, Compliance and Equity Initiatives (ODCEI), the Diversity and Operations Specialist also collaborates closely with the Deputy Chief Diversity Officer and Title IX/EEO Coordinator and many other students and colleagues in the Baruch College community on a regular basis.

The Diversity and Operations Specialist will focus on monitoring compliance with anti-discrimination laws, collecting required data, and creating reports for compliance, recruiting activities, and outcomes. Further, as a member of the ODCEI team, the Diversity and Operations Specialist will also contribute to diversity awareness programs aimed at promoting an inclusive environment for students and colleagues while engaging the Baruch College community as a campus diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) leader. This position provides engagement with many aspects of diversity and compliance as well as exposure to any and all professional development opportunities that are available to CUNY educators, practitioners, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) professionals.

• Participates in and promotes the implementation of the City University of New York's Affirmative Action (AA) policies as well as other diversity, equity, inclusion and compliance programs, activities, and initiatives for the benefit of the entire Baruch College community.
• Advises administrative and faculty search committees on recruitment, hiring, and best practices.
• Interprets information on under-representation for relevant constituencies, reviews recruitment plans and documentation, and monitors employee recruitment and selection to ensure compliance with EEO/AAP policies and plans.
• Administers recruitment, appointment, and retention processes, in consultation with the ECDO, for all faculty and staff positions in accordance with University Bylaws and federal and state laws pertaining to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.
• Prepares internal and external reports regarding the College???s equal employment opportunity and affirmative action efforts and accomplishments including the federally mandated Affirmative Action Plan.
• Provides instructions and general advice to students, faculty, and others seeking information on ODCEI activities and policies and helps prepare and deliver innovative communications and training programs on diversity, compliance with employment law, implementation of the Affirmative Action Plan, and other topics as needed.
• Track ODCEI activities and update databases to ensure completeness and accuracy. May record meetings and confidential interviews as needed, drafts memos and correspondence, and manage logistics for DEI Charge meetings and special programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

??? Master of Public Administration (MPA) and prior experience working in a university setting. Understanding of ECDO role.

??? Experience working in higher education administration, employee relations, or human resources management

??? Experience in HRIS systems and survey analysis software; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting and collaboration tools.

??? Demonstrated leadership experience in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within an institution.

??? General understanding of Title IX, EEO/AA and Section 504/ADA investigations.

??? Excellent oral and written communication and advanced analytical and project management skills.

??? Demonstrated ability to work as part of a high-level administrative team.

??? Proven ability to work with sensitive and confidential information and situation with diplomacy and excellent judgment.

??? Strong organization, planning, analytical and problem resolution abilities with attention to detail.

??? Strong critical thinking, decision making, interpersonal, and organizational skills

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Develops and administers employment compliance and diversity initiatives.

• Assists in implementing Affirmative Action (AA), equal employment opportunity (EEO), and diversity policies by ensuring compliance with relevant federal, state, and local statutes such as Executive Order 11246, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the American with Disabilities Act
• Prepares data and creates reports on Affirmative Action Plans, recruiting activities and outcomes, and employee demographics, identifying trends and issues
• Helps prepare and deliver innovative communications and training programs on diversity, compliance with employment law, implementation of the Affirmative Action Plan, and other topics as needed
• Administers selected recruiting and search procedures
• Assists in developing and implementing diversity awareness programs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$79,188 ??? $82,928 ;Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

April 24, 2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

About Baruch College (CUNY)

Baruch, a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY), is located in the historic Gramercy Park/Flatiron district of Manhattan. Baruch has an extremely diverse student body of more than 18,000, many of them first-generation college students. We seek faculty and staff who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

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