Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyLabor, Department of

TitleEqual Opportunity Specialist 1 - Albany

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $67119 to $83286 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address New York State Department of Labor

Harriman State Office Campus, Building 12

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

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.

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 http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. 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 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, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.

Telecommuting 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: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Michelle Lavigne

Telephone (518) 457-1020

Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov

Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov

Address

Street New York State Department of Labor- Human Resources

Harriman State Campus, Building 12, Room 561

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor.

https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol

Vacancy: 209630
Title: Equal Opportunity Specialist 1
Location: Albany

All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications. These documents must be received by March 2, 2026. Documents must be uploaded as unlocked and accessible attachments. If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please reach out to YourDOLJourneyisHere@labor.ny.gov

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575).