Director, EEO/AA/Diversity & Title IX Coordinator

POSITION TITLE:  DIRECTOR, EEO/AA/DIVERSITY& TITLE IX COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT:      PRESIDENT'S OFFICE

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Interim University Counsel on State Policy matters including the processing of State policy complaints and distribution; and investigates State Policy complaints; reports to Counsel and Deputy Attorney General’s Office on EEO/AA related litigation matters. Works closely with Human Resources in areas of overlapping jurisdiction and provides appropriate assistance; addresses questions raised by employees and University supervision; responsible for procedural EEO/AA and analyzes and provides diversity data to the administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as liaison to the State of NJ’s Division of EEO/AA, NJ Higher Education Affirmative Action Officers group, provides quarterly discrimination reports to the Division of EEO/AA.
• Responsible for the development and administration of the University Title IX program and compliance; provides advice and guidance regarding procedures relating to Title IX; analyzes and addresses Title IX matters and makes recommendations where appropriate.
• Assist in promoting a culture of equity and inclusion; and support the University’s programs to diversify the faculty, staff, and student bodies.
• Responsible for timely and sound EEO investigations.
• Create Affirmation Action plans (State and Federal)
• Attend EEO related trainings
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY: Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of employment practices related to civil rights, equal employment opportunity or affirmative action plans and programs; knowledge of needs and issues of  students or employees; knowledge of merit system selection process including recruitment, examination, classification and certification; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; investigatory skills; ability to develop and implement affirmative action plans; ability to compile, analyze and evaluate statistical data; supervisory ability. Ability to be a collaborator and a convener, to work with judiciousness and diplomacy; and the capacity to build bridges and consensus.

EDUCATION: Master’s degree required.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Ethics and Values: Honors the core values and beliefs of the organization in their choice of behaviors; consistently embodies appropriate behavioral choices in both stressful and non-stressful situations; practices behaviors they advocate to others.
• Integrity and Trust: Is seen as trustworthy by others; practices direct, hones, and transparent communication; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t operate with hidden agendas, responds to situations with consistency and reliability.
• Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the campus community; builds appropriate rapport; uses diplomacy and tact; avoids communication triangles.
• Conflict Management: Understands the dynamics of negotiation among conflicting interest groups and how to achieve mutual agreement; reads situations quickly; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimal anxiety.

  We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.

For specific application requirements, please refer to NJCU website at: www.njcu.edu  

New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus.  For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping, and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds, and parking lots.

SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit  https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: [email protected], or call CSC at (833) 691-0404

New Jersey City University (NJCU) is not accepting applications from third party recruiters for this position. Any resumes, curriculum vitae or applications submitted to NJCU for this position shall be deemed the property of NJCU and no commissions or referral fees shall be paid.