Review Vacancy

Date Posted: 06/09/26
Applications Due: 06/26/26
Vacancy ID: 217725

Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyState, Department of

TitleEqual Opportunity Specialist 2 - Vacancy ID# 217725

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $67119 to $83286 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12231

Job Specifics

Duties Description PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience analyzing workforce or program data to guide equity or policy work.
• Experience beyond basics with quantitative report writing with recommendations and visuals.
• Knowledge of best practices in diverse recruitment.
• Experience developing and reviewing materials that strengthen inclusion and staff engagement.
• Skill In organizing and presenting data using software such as Tableau or similar database platforms.
• Strong writing and organization skills with attention to clarity and accuracy.

DUTIES DESCRIPTION:
The Equal Opportunity Specialist 2 duties in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) under the general direction of the Deputy Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) will be responsible for the following:
• Assist with the collection, review, and reporting of workforce and program data required under Executive Order 187 and other state equity mandates managed by the DEIA Office.
• Develop and draft effective DEIA presentations using power point and other presentation programs.
• Analyze and summarize data to identify trends and support statewide equity planning.
• With guidance for Deputy CDO advance Department of State (DOS) DEIA policy, planning and program transformation.
• Develop charts, visuals, and written reports that explain findings and support leadership decisions.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Excel (beyond basic use), including experience with formulas, data organization, presentation and reporting tools.
• Coordinate and document DOS DEIA office activities, including planning, fiscal coordination (payment and tracking) communication, and deliverable tracking.
• Work across divisions to align and incorporate DEIA principles in programs using data-driven approaches to accomplish DOS equity goals.
• Contribute input and help with design, review and development of training and working group materials, tools, and resources that promote inclusion and equitable practices.
• Collaborate with internal working groups and teams and external providers and partners across all DOS planning, services and support programs.
• Participate in and support effective meetings, work groups, and community discussions that advance DEIA efforts including traveling to deliver with the team deliberate in person engagement in regional offices including Binghamton, Rochester, Syracuse, Watertown, and Buffalo.
• Provide guidance or supervision to interns/temporary staff as assigned.
• Routine travel.
• Support with special projects for hosted commissions and cultural events as needed.

Minimum Qualifications NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Seven years of the experience* described for Equal Opportunity Specialist 1; OR one year of State service in an equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, minority business, employment compliance, human resources, or training position allocated at or above Grade 18.

*Qualifying experience includes working with organizations concerned with equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, civil rights, minority business development, or similar programs; or in recruiting, training, and upgrading the educational and job qualifications of protected class members.

*Or

*Substitutions: associate’s degree may substitute for two years of non-supervisory experience; bachelor’s degree for four years; and J.D. or master’s degree for five years.

55 B/C APPOINTMENT: This position is eligible for 55B/C designation and candidates with 55B/C eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet any open competitive minimum qualifications and must submit their current 55B/C eligibility letter along with their application.

Additional Comments Additional Comments
The Department of State is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.

We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodation during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.


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How to Apply

Name Human Resources / CC

Telephone 518-474-2752

Fax 518-402-3656

Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov

Address

Street 99 Washington Avenue

Suite 1150

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12231

 

Notes on ApplyingNOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: The Department of State employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with The Department of State Telecommuting Program Guidelines.