EEO Regional/Program Administrator(20017787)

Who We Are Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov. What You'll Do Coordinates and oversees internal EEO complaint process on behalf of agency Investigates discrimination complaints as assigned Counsels complainants and directs investigative process to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws on behalf of agency Respond to Ohio Civil Rights Commission (OCRC) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) requests for information and assists in the preparation of position statements and supporting documentation on behalf of agency Monitor institutional in-service and new employee orientation for EEO compliance Serves as contact and liaison between ODRC and outside agencies (State Equal Opportunity Division, Ohio Civil Rights Commission and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) to ensure compliance with EEO laws and regulations Responds to requests for information, conducts investigations, arranges on-site meetings and assists in the development of resolutions with management level employees to highly complex employment related matters Assists Chief of EEO and agency administrators in the resolution of discrimination complaints with the authority to resolve issues through the medication process, conciliation, and regulation of settlements on behalf of agency Prepares investigative reports and correspondence for EEO Chief's signature Conducts internal investigations and compiles statistical and functional data, conducts on-site reviews and attempts to resolve discrimination complaints, utilize mediation process as first step in resolving conflict between parties, creates case status reports regarding discrimination cases, prepares detailed and comprehensive reports of findings and recommendations to include corrective actions and resolution of cases, provides advice to managerial employees regarding appropriate corrective action (i.e. counseling, discipline, training, etc.) for violators of EEO policies attends SEOD, OCRC, EEOC fact finding conferences, meetings, and training sessions, participates in discriminatory complaint hearings conducted by state federal agencies, counsels and advises employees regarding discriminatory complaint hearings conducted by state and federal agencies, counsels and advises employees regarding discriminatory complaints; counsels on DRC EEO policy, and employee rights; advises employee on possible actions regarding discrimination charges and/or grievances, develops, and conducts EEO related training workshops for all DRC personnel Reviews employment and labor files related to EEO cases on behalf of the agency Performs duties related to special projects and prepares reports as assigned by Deputy Director and Chief of EEO on behalf of agency Assists Legal Services by participating in hearings and testifying when required Assists the Chief of EEO in the monitoring of institutions/office and development of operational procedures and the implementation of such Develops, implements, and conducts EEO training workshops for Central Office, ODRC institutions, APA regions and the Corrections Training Academy for bargaining unit, exempt, and managerial employees Make recommendations to the Chief of EEO for training related to institutional EEO committees, Sexual Harassment and Workplace Diversity on behalf of agency Prepares and directs preparation of correspondence Responds to telephone calls, maintains EEO records, participates in ODRC statewide women's committee activities/organizations and special interest groups on behalf of department; operates state vehicles and other duties deemed necessary for the efficient operation of the Bureau Attends meetings, trainings and conferences May give presentations and conduct training Responds both verbally and in writing to questions and concerns Works on special projects and /or committees as assigned Additional Information Application Procedures: In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.) When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application. We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana. Pre-Employment Background Investigation: The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring: Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use; Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent; Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism; Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)