Review Vacancy
AgencyMotor Vehicles, Department of
TitleAffirmative Action Administrator 3
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $72429 to $91553 Annually
Minimum Qualifications New York State Employees: One year of permanent service in an Affirmative Action, Minority Business, Employment Compliance, Personnel, Labor Relations, or Training position allocated at or above Grade 23.
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Non-State Employees: Bachelor's Degree and four years of the experience in the field of equal employment opportunity human rights or affirmative action. Qualifying experience includes experience with community service organizations concerned with affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, civil rights or similar programs; and/or experience in Investigations or labor relations related to affirmative action. At least one year of this experience must have been at a management or supervisory level.
Duties Description The Affirmative Action Administrator 3 (AAA3) will direct, develop, implement and manage the statewide equal opportunity, reasonable accommodations, domestic violence prevention, affirmative action and diversity programs to ensure the Department of Motor Vehicles is in compliance with all federal and state laws, rules, regulations. The incumbent will also direct the investigation and resolution of discrimination complaints for the agency. Additionally, the incumbent will represent the Department with regulatory agencies, community organizations, civil rights groups and unions in a variety of programs to ensure equal opportunity and ADA policy compliance with federal and state requirements. The duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Directs and manages the agency’s affirmative action plan, and initiatives including strategies, goals polices and reporting requirements. Interprets and maintains a working knowledge of laws, rules and regulations and procedures pertaining to Affirmative Action and incorporating into Department policies, and initiating programs to implement policies. Develops and implements systems to monitor and measure DMV’s affirmative action plan
• Reviews and oversees investigations of internal and external complaints of violation of the Federal and State Human Rights Discrimination, EEOC brought by DMV employees or job applicants. Oversees and interviews the witnesses and respondents and their statements; and reviews documentary evidence. Prepares, and/or reviews and evaluates investigation reports, and makes recommendations for review by Legal and Executive management. Reviews and prepares necessary findings and recommendations and prepares cases for Human Rights Hearings.
• Directs and oversees outreach and recruitment activities and public recruitment for employment opportunities on agency Civil Service examinations, and other employment actions. Attends staff meetings with management staff of various Affirmative Action programs including recruitment and hiring process
• Manages the agency’s American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Reasonable Accommodations Program. Reviews requests and medical documentation and issues determinations. Tracks status of requests, costs and other metrics for reporting purposes, identifies trends and develops plans to address issues. Develops alternative solutions for issues that arise and presents them to management.
• Manages the Domestic Violence Prevention program. Coordinates services in consultation with others. Promotes reporting of incidents and facilitates the use of available services. Serves as the agency liaison to the NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence.
• Meets with executive staff to explain the affirmative action programs, the impact on agency programs and operations and obligations and strategies for meeting goals and requirements.
• Directs and conducts meetings seminars and training programs as well as any relevant studies.
• Actively participates in training programs and conferences to develop and maintain competencies and skills.
Additional Comments Travel throughout the state is required. Appointment is subject to Division of Budget waiver approval.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Rachel.Dillon@dmv.ny.gov
Address
Division of Personnel, Room 321
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume, including your current title, and how you qualify, including an unofficial copy of your college transcript if applicable. Your social security number may be needed for verification of eligibility. Additionally, please include the vacancy ID number noted at the top of this posting.