Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity Programs

IMDiversity; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL is seeking an Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity Programs to support equity initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance. The role involves planning, coordinating affirmative action plans, and investigating discrimination complaints under guidance from the Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer.

The candidate will interpret equity policies, develop trainings, and participate in university committees, contributing to a fair and inclusive campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with four years of related experience, or a Master's with two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist, plan, and implement equity programs and ensure compliance with Florida statutes and regulations.
• Plan and organize equity programs; complete and coordinate Affirmative Action Plans with external stakeholders.
• Investigate complaints of discrimination and harassment as directed by the supervisor.
• Collect and interpret data during investigations; attend meetings in the absence of the Director.
• Develop workshops and conduct training on equity and ADA issues for the University community.
• Interpret equity policies for students, employees, and visitors; participate in university committees as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of laws

Critical thinking

Strong writing

Investigative skills

Policy interpretation

Knowledge of policies

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity Programs (18325)
Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL

Type: Full-Time
Category: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Services

Position Vacancy Announcement

Florida A&M University's Division of Compliance and Ethics (Office of Equal Opportunity Programs) is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity Programs vacancy.

Responsibilities

Assist, plan, and implement equity programs and ensures compliance with Florida Statutes and rules and regulations of the appropriate governing agencies. This incumbent will assist the Director for Equal Opportunity Programs/Labor Relations in planning and organizing equity programs; Assist, plan, and implement equity programs and ensures compliance with Florida Statutes and rules and regulations of the appropriate governing agencies; Complete and coordinate Affirmative Action Plans with external stakeholders for the University and develop the Equity Accountability Report; and investigate complaint of discrimination and harassment as directed by the supervisor.

During the course of investigations, this incumbent will collect and interpret data, including materials of a confidential nature; Attend meetings in the absence of the Director; Assist in the development of workshops and conducts training programs for the University community as it relates to equity and ADA issues; Interpret equity policies on a daily basis for students, employees and visitors; Make presentations to University Search Committees in regards to equity issues; Serve as a member of University-wide committees when appointed by the Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer or University President/designee; Assist the Director as needed with special assignments; and perform other related duties as necessary, including answering the telephone, organizing office mail, and drafting and sending letters associated with equity complaints.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and four years of related experience; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and two years of related experience.

Recommended Competencies

• Knowledge of state and federal laws;
• Ability to think critically;
• Ability to write well and in an effective manner;
• Knowledge of sound investigatory skills and ability to perform those skills;
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures; and,
• Ability to apply University regulations, policies and procedures in daily work routine.

Pay Plan

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person's period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.