Equal Opportunity Program Manager

State of Arizona Enterprise Technology (ASET); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Arizona Department of Transportation seeks an Equal Opportunity Program Manager to implement and manage the agency's non-discrimination program in compliance with federal and state laws.

The role includes guiding and training on program requirements, leading fact-finding investigations, and collaborating with HR on related employee matters. Remote work within Arizona may be possible based on department needs and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration or HR field, or 3-5 years in non-discrimination and supervision.
• Knowledge of federal/state non-discrimination regulations and EEOC guidance.
• Experience in equal employment opportunity and investigations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with Title VII, ADA, and FMLA regulations and policies.
• Conduct investigations, write fact-finding reports, provide guidance.
• Develop and deliver training on the non-discrimination program.
• Prepare EEOC statements and annual non-discrimination reports.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Employment laws

Investigation skills

Data collection

Mediation & conflict resolution

Policy development & training

Team leadership

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's in public administration or HR

Job description

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

Equal Opportunity Program Manager

Job Location:

Address: Human Resources/Equal Opportunity

206 S. 17th Ave.

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details

Salary Range: $80,195.97 - $90,195.97

Anticipated Salary: $85,195.97

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Job Summary

This position is responsible for implementing and managing the agency's Equal Opportunity/ Non-Discrimination program. This program is mandated by federal and state regulations. The role includes providing guidance and training on program requirements to ensure adherence and compliance. This role is also responsible for overseeing the Equal Opportunity fact-finding investigative process and conducting fact-finding investigations concerning allegations related to Title VII (non-discrimination) complaints for the agency. This position collaborates with other HR managers and team members on employee matters that overlap into the Family Medical Leave Act, Paid Parental Leave, the Americans Disability Act, and Employee Relations matters. This position makes site visits and tours throughout the year.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties

Oversight and monitoring of the agency’s compliance with federal and state non-discrimination regulations, rules, and policies. Conduct, review and write, fact-finding reports, and provide technical assistance to internal stakeholders regarding non-discrimination. Conducts assessments for employee non-discrimination complaints, prepares reports, documents, and resolves employee & management concerns. Maintains statistics, logs, and general record keeping.

Develops and conducts virtual and in-person training of the non-discrimination program. Attends, presents, and represents the non-discrimination at leadership meetings, presentations, and training events. This position prepares Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) position statements and completes the yearly EEOC report. Completes GOEO, and ADOA non-discrimination complaints that are initiated within ADOT. This position collaborates with other HR managers and team members on employee matters that overlap into the Family Medical Leave Act, Paid Parental Leave, the Americans Disability Act, and Employee Relations matters. This position makes site visits and tours throughout the year.

Conducting assessments for employee complaints and discrimination investigations; preparing reports, documents, and resolving employee & management concerns. Conducts mediation and basic case management. Policy and procedure review.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Federal regulations relating to Title VII, ADA,FMLA.
• Employment laws and practices
• Familiarity of functions within employee relations
• Principle and techniques of conducting investigations and investigative interviews in relation to non-discrimination fact-finding.
• Organizational principles of fact-finding and procedures.
• Continuous improvement methodologies and tools
• Mediation and mediation practices
• Case management
• Metrics and dashboards
• Confidentiality
  
  

Skill In/with

• Organization
• Supervision
• Planning and organizing
• Data collections and analysis
• Facilitation of meeting and groups
• Interviewing, fact-finding, and investigation
• Problem Solving
• Developing Policies, Procedure, Templates, Training, and Presentations
• Conflict resolution and coaching
• Strategic thinking and analysis
• Team building
• Computer technology
• Google Workspace
  
  

Ability To

• Read, comprehend, and apply federal and state statutes and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Write clear and concise reports, letters, memo, findings, and any other related documents and written communications.
• Communicate effectively in meetings, facilitate working groups, and work well with internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Effectively manage and supervise staff for results.
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
  
  

Selective Preference(s)

Experience in equal employment opportunity (non-discrimination), compliance, state and federal laws, and other employment laws. Bachelor's Degree in public administration or HR related fields is preferred, or 3-5 years of experience with non-discrimination, supervising employees and directing work of a team.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.