University Compliance Officer (3 Vacancies)

The City University of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 151,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The City University of New York (CUNY) seeks a Higher Education Officer to lead its Center for Inclusivity and Equal Opportunity, overseeing diversity management and compliance programs across the university. The role includes ensuring university-wide adherence to AA/EEO, 504/ADA, and harassment prevention policies.

You will consult with campus units, guide implementation, and provide trainings to enhance a respectful, compliant workplace across all CUNY campuses. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in law, business, higher education or related field.
• Knowledge of Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Clery Act, NY Education Law, ADA and related policies.
• Experience conducting EEO/compliance investigations, preferably in higher education.
• Strong analytical, organizational and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Oversee leadership for CUNY Diversity Management and Compliance Programs.
• Ensure compliance with AA/EEO, 504/ADA, Pluralism and Diversity, Sexual Harassment Prevention.
• Consult with campus and University units to implement and monitor programs.
• Provide communications and training to campus personnel involved in Diversity Management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Data-driven decision making

Microsoft Office / PeopleSoft

Education

Master’s degree in law, business, higher education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Job description

POSITION DETAILS

The Center for Inclusivity and Equal Opportunity (“CIEO” or “Center”) was established by the Board of Trustees and the Chancellor for the City University of New York (“CUNY” or the “University”) in June 2024, as part of CUNY’s ongoing efforts to combat discrimination and harassment, and CUNY’s ongoing efforts to continuously foster understanding amongst our diverse community members. The Center is responsible for: systemwide report management and compliance pertaining to discrimination and harassment, policy review, development, and implementation of all CUNY policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, regular and comprehensive training and orientation for administrators implementing CUNY’s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, systemwide educational programming addressing discrimination and harassment, and monitoring and analyzing discrimination and harassment data obtained from all 26 campuses in the CUNY system and from the Central Office. The goal of the Center is to eliminate discrimination and harassment in the CUNY community, including discrimination and harassment that violates Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and associated federal, state, and local civil rights laws.

Notes

• Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
• This position is excluded from union representation in the collective bargaining unit.

Qualifications

Minimum:

Preferred

• Master’s degree in law, business, higher education or in a related field.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, laws, and guidelines including Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Clery Act, New York Education Law Article 129-A and 129-B, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, state and local disability laws, and relevant CUNY policies and bylaws.
• Experience conducting equal employment opportunity (EEO)/compliance investigations, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Effective conflict resolution skills and the ability to determine mutually acceptable outcomes for difficult problems requiring the consideration of competing interests.
• Self-directed, results and detail-oriented with the ability to use sound judgment and/or data in decision-making.
• Outstanding analytical and research skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to establish plans, launch new initiatives, and manage multiple assignments with conflicting priorities and strict deadlines.
• Computer applications proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and PeopleSoft.

Cuny Title Overview

Oversees and provides leadership for The City University of New York (CUNY) Diversity Management and Compliance Programs.

• Oversees University-wide compliance with City, State, and Federal statutes and university policies covering AA/EEO, 504/ADA, Pluralism and Diversity, and Sexual Harassment Prevention
• Oversees governmental and University reporting obligations and compliance policies and procedures, including affirmative action plans.
• Consults with CUNY campus and University units, guiding implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of employment, diversity, and compliance programs
• Provides communications and training to assist campus personnel involved in Diversity Management
• Promotes a respectful workplace that is free from discrimination
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

The salary range is $150,770 - $160,827 , commensurate with credentials, 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.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled.

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.

Job ID: 32803

Location: Central Office

Job Type: Full-Time