Equity and Affirmative Action Officer Notice of Vacancy

Notice of Vacancy: St Cloud State University, MN
 
Position available:
Equity and Affirmative Action Officer
 
Salary:
 
 
Competitive salary and benefits, including relocation allowance.
Date of appointment:
 
Negotiable
Responsibilities:
 
Reporting to the University President, the Equity and Affirmative Action Officer is responsible for writing, managing and implementing the University's affirmative action plan, monitoring goals under the plan, reporting data to the University community and working with other officials charged with implementing personnel employment policies and determining whether allegations rise to the level of discrimination, and performing or overseeing internal investigations. The successful applicant will be requested to review Task Force recommendations and organize an advocacy advisory committee as recommended.  In addition, the Equity and Affirmative Action Officer:
·         Monitors compliance with agreements, settlements, resolutions and the like, when the issue involves discrimination or harassment;
·         Uses mediation and informal resolution skills;
·         Acts as chief diversity officer with respect to this work on diversity matters with MnSCU;
·         Works collaboratively with individuals, offices and groups on campus addressing equity and diversity for students, faculty and staff, coordinate and deliver diversity initiatives, training, and informational programs for St. Cloud State University constituencies;
·         Works with search  committees and others in achieving compliance with proper affirmative action processes, procedures and hiring practices;
·         Updates and insures compliance with SCSU hiring policies and procedures;
·         Oversees technical employment compliance and appropriate process and control of documentation during the hiring process;
·         Assists all hiring officials, search committees and departments in the development of search and hiring strategies designed to encourage an inclusive workforce and equal employment opportunity.
In view of the University's appreciation for cultural diversity and commitment to a climate of inclusiveness, the Equity and Affirmative Action Officer will lead the development, implementation, maintenance and sponsorship of training and informational programs related to promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, or membership or activity in a local commission. 
 
Qualifications and experience:
 
Required:
·         Masters in a related field or J.D. degree with a minimum of 5 years administering relevant programs and services in higher education or the public sector, with progressively broad affirmative action/diversity responsibility.
·         Experience communicating with federal and state compliance agencies; in-depth understanding of general employment practices in higher education settings, with substantial union and diverse constituency representation, as well as familiarity with relevant regulator statutes.
·         Knowledge of current equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws, regulations, personnel policies, procedures and trends, including but not limited to Title VII, Title IX, Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, FMLA, ADA and FLSA.
Preferred:
·         J.D. or Ph.D. in a related field
·         Experience in higher education
·         Experience with internal investigation of discrimination and harassment complaints
·         Demonstrated ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds
 
Apply to:
 
 
Search Committee Chair
Equity and Affirmative Action Officer Search
St. Cloud State University
720 Fourth Avenue South, AS208
St. Cloud MN 56301-4498
Phone (320) 308-5123; Fax (320) 308-6600
Email:  affirmativeaction@stcloudstate.edu
Application information and deadline:
Submit a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of this position, resume, copy of transcripts (official transcripts will be required of finalist), references.  Screening begins July 6, 2009 and will continue until position is filled.  Successful applicants must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.   St. Cloud State University website:  www.stcloudstate.edu
Notice:  Employee's motor vehicle records are checked annually.
SCSU is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. SCSU is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.
 
 
 

 
 
 

Thursday, June 4, 2009