Manager of Equal Employment Opportunity Programs
Job description
Marketing Statement
Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.
Conditions of Employment
All San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. You will be required to show proof of your completed COVID-19 vaccination prior to receiving a final offer, unless you receive a COVID-19 Vaccination reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or a religious exemption due to an approved sincerely held religious belief that prohibits you from receiving a vaccine. BART will review requests for a reasonable accommodation or religious exemption on a case-by-case basis. Documentation may be required. For questions, please contact BART Human Resources, Leave Management at HRDP@bart.gov.
Department
Office of Civil Rights
Pay and Benefits
BART offers comprehensive compensation and benefits programs. Benefits include CalPERS pension; excellent medical (effective January 1, 2022 current employee cost $157.35 monthly for most plans), vision, and dental coverage; supplemental insurances; paid holidays and vacation; as well as two investment programs, one of which is entirely funded by BART. BART does not participate in Social Security. Complimentary BART passes for employee and qualifying dependents.
Pay Rate
$130,085.00 - $197,080.00 (Non-Represented Pay Band-N09)
Initial salary offer will be between $130,085.00/annually - $171,125.29/annually (commensurate with experience and education)
Posted Date
December 12, 2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Initial screening of applications will start on December 30, 2022
Reports To
Senior Manager of Workforce & Policy Compliance or Designee
Days Off
Saturday and Sunday
Who May Apply
All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.
Current Assignment
This position manages, supervises, and implements the operations within the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity Inclusion Program units of the District’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Incumbent in this position develops, monitor and update the Equal Employment Opportunity Program (EEOP). This position also investigates internal and external agency complaints of violations of BART’s EEO and Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace policies and prepares District’s findings and responses. Serves as the District representative for EEO training and compliance;
In addition, this position provides highly complex administrative and technical support to the Department Manager, Office of Civil Rights and Sr. Manager of Workforce and Policy Compliance. Performs other related duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following criteria beyond the minimum qualifications:
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local Civil Rights laws, including Affirmative Action, AB 1825 Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity.
- Advanced EEO and Title VII investigative process knowledge and experience.
- Ability to work independently, analyze and interpret District policies and procedures, prepare complex statistical and analytical reports; establish cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties.
- Skilled in overseeing and participating in the management of a comprehensive affirmative action and equal employment opportunity training program
- Advanced knowledge and performance of Microsoft Office, Affirmative Action software, databases and spreadsheet software programs.
Essential Job Functions
- Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities within OCR for the development of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program investigation, training, and all related program compliance.
- Represents OCR with internal and external stakeholders in matters of policy/program implementation, formal and informal complaint handling and investigations.
- Conducts investigations, directs, and manages assigned staff as they lead investigative matters including but not limited to EEO complaint investigations, responses to external agency investigations, mediation, and other means of resolving complaints and conflict(s).
- Reviews the investigative work of subordinate staff and ensures compliance with external and internal deadlines.
- Manages agencywide evaluation and monitoring of the District’s hiring and selection process through subordinate staff; responds to and resolves complex issues and coordinates with Human Resources, various hiring departments, and labor partners to ensure non-discrimination in hiring and promotion and compliance with the District’s EEO Program; communicates the need for programmatic change and leads projects to enhance overall EEO and equity program development.
- Designs and implements training programs to ensure compliance with state, federal and local training requirements for EEO and related programs.
- Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
- Analyzes complex data and prepares recommendations and reports to internal and external stakeholders including managing the EEO Program plan for the District.
- Manages ongoing improvement of the District’s EEO Program and provides complex support to related programs including but not limited to agencywide Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Programs.
- Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels.
- Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned staff and contractors; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
- Plans, directs, and coordinates the District’s EEO/AA training plan; researches and evaluates training options and techniques; conducts program training. Develops new training options to support EEO and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion training agencywide.
- As a recognized District expert, monitors developments and legislation related to EEO training; evaluates impact upon District training functions; recommends and implements equipment, practice, and procedural improvements.
- Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned OCR staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures. Supports and counsels external departments on EEO matters including recommendations for action.
- Oversees and participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
- Serves as the liaison for OCR to other departments and outside agencies relative to assigned area of responsibility; represents the interests of the District to external agencies and the public; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations related to affirmative action and equal opportunity training matters.
- Serves as staff on various boards, commissions, and committees relative to staff training; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence. Leads Employee Resource Group and ensures alignment with other internal and external groups, including employee affinity groups, other agencies, the California Department of Fair Employment & Housing, and the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, personnel management, industrial relations or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable professional experience in EEO investigation or affirmative action administration, which must have included at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Substitution:
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.
Environmental Conditions
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.
Physical Conditions
May require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Operational characteristics, services, and activities of an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action programs
- Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures of 1978
- Principles and practices of equal employment opportunity training administration
- Methods and techniques of plan analysis, development, and implementation
- Effective and strategic outreach, recruitment, and marketing strategies
- Methods and techniques used to conduct a variety of analytical studies
- Principles of consensus building and effective communication
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
- Related Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
Skill in:
- Overseeing and participating in the management of a comprehensive affirmative action and equal employment opportunity training program
- Conducting impartial workplace investigations
- Training needs assessment and delivery of classroom training
- Assisting in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures
- Interpreting and applying Federal, State, and local policies, laws and regulations affecting applicable training
- Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals
- Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques
- Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports
- Assisting in the preparation and administration of large program budgets
Selection Process
Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.
The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.
The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).
Application Process
External applicants may only apply online, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112.
Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART. Current employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA 94604-2688.
All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.
Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov.
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.
Other Information
Please note that any job announcement may be canceled at any time.
Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses, degrees, or certifications upon request.
Note
When you have successfully applied for this position you will receive an auto reply e-mail acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the e-mail for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position, please email Employment Help at employment@bart.gov for assistance.
To verify submission of your application, click on the 'My Career Tools' link at the top of the 'Careers Home Page' after submitting your application to view the list of applications you have submitted (including application date and status). If you have further questions, please email the Employment Help at employment@bart.gov, between the hours of 8:15am - 5:00pm, Monday- Friday.
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