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EQUITY &
COMPLIANCE
684-633-2014
ABOUT WHAT
WE DO
The Equity and Compliance Officer develops, maintains and administers all aspects of the Department of Education’s compliance program adequately to ensure compliance with applicable government regulations and independently recognize, develop, and implement compliance related solutions for leadership. The Equity Officer is to ensure that equity, equality, and equal opportunity is established, maintained and fostered through the department, including all its schools.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities |
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Carry out all duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of education. |
Investigates EEO complaints; recommends resolution alternatives to management; and prepares reports, including findings of facts and recommendations. |
Consults and provides assistance to managers/supervisors in the interpretation of policies and procedures, labor agreements, complex investigations and other human resources issue relating to EEO. |
Works with Human Resources and department staff to identify and/or address potential barriers to recruiting diverse applicants and retaining such employees |
Ensure timely processing and review of complaints by coordinating mentoring and streamlining complaint procedures. |
Pursuant to established documentation procedures, records discriminatory factors and corrective actions identified through investigations of employment practices or alleged violations. |
Address internal inquiries regarding equal opportunity laws and regulations as appropriate based on the specialist’s expertise; refers sensitive issues and concerns to director and/or appropriate legal staff |
Plans, completes, and files required EEO reports and documentation with government agencies. |
Gather, compile, analyze and interpret data necessary for external (gov’t) and internal EEO compliance, reporting and monitoring. Data may include recruitment, hiring, terminations, promotions, disciplinary actions, salaries, applicant flows and transfers |
Help create, implement and maintain the Equal Employment Opportunity program |
Provide clarification and advice on the affirmative action complain process to individuals alleging discriminatory practices and/or violations of policies and procedures. |
Prepare written reports of findings; may negotiate solutions to complaints and recommend corrective action where appropriate. |
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Program Development & Professional Development
Identification & Providing Services to Students
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