OEO Attorney job at NYC Department of Education in New York

NYC Department of Education is hiring OEO Attorney on Thu, 08 Aug 2013 00:07:32 GMT. OEO Attorney Tracking Code 8761 Job Description (Those who previously applied need not re-apply) Position Summary : Under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO), with latitude for independent action, the OEO Attorney assigned to the Diversity Management Unit will be responsible for handling all aspects of Department of Education’s (DOE) compliance plan in...

OEO Attorney

Location: New York, New York

Description: NYC Department of Education is hiring OEO Attorney right now, this job will be placed in New York. More complete informations about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Tracking Code

8761

Job Description

(Those who previously applied need not re-apply)

Position Summary : Under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Equal Op! portunity (OEO), with latitude for independent action, the OEO Attorney assigned to the Diversity Management Unit will be responsible for handling all aspects of Department of Education’s (DOE) compliance plan in accordance with the 2009 amendment to the School Governance Law. The OEO Attorney will perform work related to the development and implementation of reporting requirements for the agency-wide strategic diversity plan. Ensures department-wide compliance with EEO laws and policies. Performs related work.

Reports to: Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity

Direct Reports: Equal Rights Diversity Specialists, OEO Attorneys and support staff

Key Relationships: Acts as liaison with executives within the DOE and with city, state, and federal agencies regarding matters relating to the strategic diversity plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, draft, and implement a strategic agency-wide diversity plan, includi! ng diversity initiatives, in compliance with the 2009 amendmen! t to the School Governance Law.

Update the DOE’s strategic diversity plan on an annual basis.

Examine the participation of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE’s) in the procurement process; create and implement initiatives to increase the participation of M/WBE’s in order to achieve compliance with the School Governance Law.

Prepare annual reports on the role of M/WBE’s in the procurement process.

Review and analyze workplace data and statistics.

Develop and draft diversity related rules, regulations and policies for the DOE.

Conduct research and prepare legal memoranda related to the strategic diversity plan and general EEO related matters.

Provide advice and counsel to the Director on legal issues related to the strategic diversity plan and EEO related matters.

Analyze and report on the effects of city, state, and federal legislation and applicable case law pertaining to diver! sity issues.

May serve as the supervisor of the Diversity Management Unit, reviewing work of the unit, ensuring compliance with deadlines, preparing reports and summaries.

Responsible for the dissemination and implementation of rules, regulations, procedures and guidelines designed to further DOE’s strategic diversity plan.

Act as liaison with various external agencies, including: Equal Employment Practices Commission, Corporation Counsel, and Department of Citywide Administrative Services, by providing statistical data on EO complaints and discrimination trends, department initiatives, complaint investigation information, and testimonial evidence.

Provide diversity training, technical assistance and support in all matters concerning diversity at DOE.

Qualification Requirements:
Minimum

Admission to the New York State Bar AND three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience ! subsequent to admission to any state bar.

NOTE: Selecte! d candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.

Preferred

Prior experience providing advice and counsel regarding affirmative action and diversity.

Prior experience analyzing workforce data and statistics relating to recruitment and retention.

Prior experience implementing diversity initiatives or diversity plans.

Familiarity with EEO law.

Demonstrated written and verbal communication capabilities and interpersonal skills.

Salary : $75,962 +

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.

Resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Department of Education ! of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation. Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 1102, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website at http://schools.nyc.gov/OEO

Job Location

New York, New York, United States

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

New Posting
No

Readvertisement Yes

Recanvass
No

District
N/A
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