SPECIALIST II—EEO, LABOR & EMPLOYEE RELATION

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Specialist II-EEO, Labor & Employee Relations to investigate discrimination, harassment, and misconduct; administer HR policies and progressive discipline; deliver training; and interpret collective bargaining agreements. You will advise managers, serve as a hearing officer, and help ensure compliance with employment laws and contracts across bargaining units.

The role requires strong investigative skills, knowledge of federal/state laws, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Labor Relations or related field required; JD preferred.
• Experience in labor relations, employee relations, equal opportunity, and discrimination matters.
• Higher education experience preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to conduct workplace investigations, assess evidence, and apply policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into alleged violations of Equal Opportunity and Title IX; interview parties and witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare reports.
• Investigate complex labor relations issues and coordinate responses for effective resolutions.
• Serve as a hearing officer at disciplinary hearings, grievance proceedings, and Title IX hearings.
• Advise managers on adherence to collective bargaining agreements and CCC policies.
• Evaluate proposed disciplinary actions for compliance with laws and policies.
• Handle ADA compliance and accommodation requests; review and approve accommodations.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written skills

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Master's degree in Labor Relations / Employee Relations / HR Administration

Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Reporting to the Director-Labor and Employee Relations, the Specialist II-EEO, Labor & Employee Relations is responsible for conducting investigations into complaints of discrimination, harassment, and employee misconduct; administering human resources rules, policies and procedures; implementing progressive discipline across multiple bargaining units; delivering employee relations training; and interpreting collective bargaining agreements. This role is critical to ensuring City Colleges of Chicago's compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as contractual obligations in employment matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conducts investigations into alleged violations of City College of Chicago's Equal Opportunity and Title IX Policy. Investigations include, but are not limited to, interviewing parties and witnesses and gathering evidence as necessary; preparing investigative reports with analysis and findings; and recommending appropriate disciplinary or corrective actions.
• Investigates complex employee and labor relations issues and assists in coordinating appropriate responses to achieve effective resolutions.
• Serves as a hearing officer at pre-disciplinary hearings, grievance proceedings, and Title IX hearings. Represents the Labor & Employee Relations Office at meetings related to labor relations matters.
• Consults with and advises managers and supervisors on adherence to collective bargaining agreements and City Colleges of Chicago policies, including management and employee responsibilities related to discipline and other personnel matters.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of proposed disciplinary actions related to employee misconduct and oversees the disciplinary process to ensure compliance with District policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Serves as the primary contact for questions from staff and management regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and accommodation requests. Reviews and approves employee requests for workplace accommodations in accordance with the ADA and other applicable disability laws.
• Develops and delivers training on employment related topics, including discipline, personnel policies, mandated work rules, EEO, Title IX, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Drafts and revises policies and procedures to reflect changes in laws and to ensure continued compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
• Conducts research on issues related to the collective bargaining process, updates to state and federal legislation, and other topics as assigned.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To Director of Labor & Employee Relations

Direct Supervision None

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Human Resource Administration, or a related field required. A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school is strongly preferred.
• At least one year of relevant professional experience demonstrating knowledge of labor relations, employee relations, equal opportunity, equal access, and discrimination matters. Experience working in a higher education environment is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration at the discretion of management
• Demonstrated experience in conducting workplace investigations, including the ability to assess evidence objectively and reach well-supported conclusions in accordance with City Colleges of Chicago's Equal Opportunity and Title IX Policy and other applicable policies, work rules, and laws.
• Working knowledge of federal and state equal opportunity and non-discrimination laws and regulations, as well as collective bargaining and grievance processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization, students, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to conduct research and analysis related to legal statutes, ordinances, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage a high volume of complex and diverse assignments simultaneously, prioritizing competing demands with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to assess risk, maintain a high level of confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment in sensitive and complex employment matters.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative in fulfilling job responsibilities.
• Ability to exercise discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

$63,394 - $78,000

Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other factors such as internal equity.

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

WE OFFER:

Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. Thank you for your interest in CCC!