DIRECTOR, FOR THE OFFICE OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Bulletin #170224; 4/26/18

 

DIRECTOR, FOR THE OFFICE OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION 

 

California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications for the above Administrator II position. 

 

The University:  California State University, Los Angeles, under the leadership of President, William A. Covino, is one of 23 campuses of the California State University system. Founded in 1947, the University is in the city of Los Angeles, adjacent to the San Gabriel Valley, and has more than 28,000 students who reflect the rich ethnic diversity of the area. 

 

The Position: Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President, Human Resources Management (AVP/HRM), the incumbent has the responsibility for administration of the University’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion program, and also serves as the Title IX compliance officer. Major areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, the following: reviews and monitors Human Resources policies, practices and procedures as well as specific actions, past and current, to ensure all protected groups are receiving equal treatment and access to the application process, campus programs and services; conducts timely, fair, and objective investigations for discrimination, harassment and retaliation complaints according to University policy and Executive Orders; conducts investigations filed with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Office for Civil Rights and makes recommendations to the AVP/HRM for appropriate action; reviews and implements Chancellor’s Office HR Technical Letters and Executive Orders related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, i.e. anti-discrimination, anti-harassment and retaliation policies, practices and procedures; compiles Equity and Diversity reports including the annual Affirmative Action Plan; manages the University’s compliance with reasonable accommodations; reviews and approves recruitment analysis reports to ensure fair and equitable hiring practices; provides training to the campus community related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; attends annual EEO directors’ meeting and other committee meetings; and ensures compliance with federal and state laws, brings any inconsistencies to the attention of the AVP/HRM and makes recommendations as to how to correct any inequities that may be found; oversees and coordinates the sexual violence advocates program; chairs and organizes Title IX meetings and response team meetings; serves on CARE Team as necessary; acts as liaison with various shelters, agencies, and other groups as necessary; and serves as HRM's emergency operations coordinator.

    

Required Qualifications and Experience: A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources Management or a related field from an accredited college or university and three to five years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience in human resources management, including significant experience conducting and handling various types of investigations within human resources. Incumbent must have strong interpersonal communication and writing skills. Demonstrate experience using Microsoft Office programs. Ability to demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to problem-solving, equity and diversity matters and provide strong support to the University’s management and staff; gather and analyze data, reason logically and draw valid conclusions; interpret and apply laws, rules, standards and procedures governing the human resources operations of the campus; establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with administrators, faculty, and staff. Incumbent must also demonstrate an ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

 

Desired Qualifications: Experience working in higher education and a bargaining union environment. 

 

Compensation:  Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

 

Appointment:  The Administrator II appointment will be made under the guidelines for management and supervisory employees of the California State University.  All rights and benefits associated with this appointment are governed by the Management Personnel Plan. 

 

This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. 

 

Closing Date:  Review of applications will begin on May 10, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A completed online Cal State LA employment application is required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. 

 

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

 

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

 

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting.  The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

 

To obtain employment information for the impaired call: 

TDD Line (323) 343-3670 

24-hour Dial-A-Job Line (323) 343-3678

 

To apply, visit: http://www.calstatela.edu/hrm/employment-opportunities under Management Positions