Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 - Albany

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the direction of a supervisor within the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (ODEIA), the Equal Opportunity Specialist 1, will be responsible for the collection and analysis of data related to agency diversity and inclusion, and equal opportunity programs.Duties include but are not limited to: • Conduct comprehensive analysis of data related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and equal opportunity programs, and produce reports to inform strategic planning.• Perform ongoing assessments using analytics tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.• Utilize advanced data analytics techniques to monitor trends and outcomes, supporting continuous improvement efforts.• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for leadership to facilitate informed decision-making.• Advise agency management on diversity and inclusion, equal opportunity policies, and best practices, including articulating agency goals and objectives.• Make determinations on requests from employees and clients for reasonable and religious accommodations pursuant to federal and state laws.• Investigate employee discrimination complaints and issues findings, ensuring fair treatment and compliance with legal standards.• Investigate discrimination complaints related to the provision of services to agency clients and provide recommendations to management.• Develop and implement programming aimed at enhancing employees’ cultural awareness.• Represent the agency at events focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.• Meet with advocacy groups to exchange information on policies, procedures, and practices.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: six years of experience in equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, or human rights. Substitutions: associate’s degree* may substitute for two years of experience; bachelor’s degree for four years; and J.D. or master’s degree for five years.*Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee.Preferred Qualifications: • Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Sociology, Public Policy, or a related field.• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to reasonable accommodations, equal opportunity, and language access.• Proficiency in data analysis software and tools such as Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables), SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar. • Experience with program/project management tools and recordkeeping skills.• Expertise in information systems, platforms and related technology.• Intermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.• Excellent spoken and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data to diverse audiences.• Ability to exercise independent judgement, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.• Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above. If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, [email protected] is available and can be discussed during the interview.Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses • Paid Parental Leave Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting (up to 40%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce. Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.

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