Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/15/26
Applications Due: 01/29/26
Vacancy ID: 207429
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEmployee Relations, Office of
TitleEqual Opportunity Specialist 2 (Compliance) - Item 01259 (Erie)
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $86773 to $108413 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 30%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Erie
Street Address Office location to be discussed at time of interview.
City Buffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14203
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the general supervision of an Equal Opportunity Compliance Manager ("Team Leader”) in the Anti-Discrimination Investigations Division (ADID) of the Office of Employee Relations (OER), the Equal Opportunity Specialist 2 (Compliance) (working title Anti-Discrimination Officer 2 (“ADO”)) will plan, organize, and personally conduct the investigation of workplace discrimination complaints filed with regard to the State workforce in Executive Branch agencies, departments, and certain public authorities. Incumbents will work closely with human resource professionals, employee relations professionals, and counsel in those State agencies, departments, and certain public authorities. Incumbents will perform activities to promote equality of opportunity and diversity and inclusion in the workplace. May supervise Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 (Compliance).
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Develop and implement appropriate investigative strategies and ensure that the data necessary for successful conduct of investigations is properly gathered, documented, and preserved.
• Interview witnesses, complainants, and subjects of investigations. Request relevant documents.
• Complete reports of draft investigative findings and recommendations in relation to assigned cases.
• Participate in training programs to keep current on policy changes and investigative techniques.
• May be required to testify in a variety of proceedings including, but not limited to, disciplinary arbitrations.
• Assist and guide work of staff in the Equal Opportunity Specialist 1(Compliance) title.
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: Seven years of experience* in an equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, minority business, employment compliance, human resources, labor relations or training position; OR one year of State service in an equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, minority business, employment compliance, human resources, labor relations or training position allocated at or above Grade 18; OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of appropriate experience and education as determined by the New York State Office of Employee Relations.
*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.
Additional Comments Office Location, Work Hours and Telecommuting will be discussed during the interview.
The Office of Employee Relations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected class status in the admission to, access to, or employment in their programs or activities.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Office of Employee Relations/Labor Management Committees provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify HR@oer.ny.gov or 518-473-3467.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: The Office of Employee Relations/Labor Management Committees 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 Office of Employee Relations/Labor Management Committees Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax
Email Address resume@oer.ny.gov
Address
Street Agency Building 2 - 8th Floor
Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12223
Notes on ApplyingPlease reference Vacancy No. 207429 when applying.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to resume@oer.ny.gov (M.S. Word or PDF is the preferred format). Hard copy via US Mail is also accepted.
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