Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/29/20
Applications Due: 06/30/20
Vacancy ID: 81886
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyTeachers' Retirement System
TitleDiversity & Inclusion Associate
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary RangeFrom $82766 to $103364 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address 10 Corporate Woods Blv
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12211
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in cultural studies, ethnic studies, social services, psychology, organizational development, behavioral sciences business, human resources or related field and a minimum of 2 years experience working in a government, college, or not for profit setting.
OR
Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration can be substituted for experience.
OR
Minimum of 10 years working for NYSTRS, of which at least 6 years must be at a Grade 18 or above.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated ability to research, identify and collaboratively implement best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion and the concept of multiculturalism
• Demonstrated cross-cultural competencies, including strong emotional intelligence and the ability to engage and build relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven record of taking initiative/self-starter
• Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization and work effectively with others
• Knowledge of principles, methods and tools of Diversity & Inclusion
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• SHRM/HRCI or Diversity certifications is a plus
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service
• Administrative and programmatic experience including strategic planning, developing a task force or project team when necessary and experience working within a budget
• Experience developing and delivering presentations for all levels (Board of Directors, management, and staff).
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Suite
Duties Description This position is responsible for leading and administering NYSTRS Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Program by overseeing, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive D&I strategy. The position leads and oversees D&I programs and efforts that support NYSTRS activities to attract, retain and promote a diverse and talented workforce and to promote effective engagement of diverse stakeholder communities in support of NYSTRS mission.
• Provide leadership to the D&I Program by instilling passion and enthusiasm of D&I initiatives to the workforce; developing collaborative relationships with internal and external partners;
• Collaborates with the HR Department’s Recruitment Division, to create a comprehensive diversity recruitment and retention plan that addresses advertising, networking, recruitment outreach activities, and other techniques for increasing and retaining diverse qualified candidates
• Collaborates with the HR and Budget & Analytics Department’s, on reports to include valid and reliable surveys for ongoing assessment of diversity and inclusion data and initiatives
• Develops and delivers education and training programs on diversity and inclusion, including bias, sensitivity and cultural competency; coordinates these activities in partnership with the Training and Development Specialist
• Lead, develop and implement a multi-year system-wide D&I strategic Master Plan, including obtaining support from the Board of Directors, Executive Director, and Executive Management;
• Research industry D&I best practices and recommend solutions to drive greater D&I efforts; conduct a high volume of data analysis and present findings in a concise and easily understandable manner to various audiences
• Develop, facilitate and support activities for NYSTRS inclusion champions (staff, management and executive staff) including professional development opportunities
• Participate in the annual development of the D&I Program budget; monitor all expenditures to ensure budget compliance throughout the year
Additional Comments Please apply via our website: http://nystrs.peopleadmin.com/postings/3601
This position is “Confidential” and does not come under the jurisdiction of the Department of Civil Service. New appointees to confidential positions must serve a one year probationary period. If you are currently employed by NYSTRS in a confidential or negotiating unit position, you will be granted a leave without pay from your current position while you are serving the probationary period. Upon successful completion of the probationary period, the hold on your current position will be discontinued and you will no longer have any rights under Civil Service Law.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name HR
Telephone 518-447-8870
Fax
Email Address NYSTRSHR@nystrs.org
Address
Street 10 Corporate Woods Blv.
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12211
Notes on ApplyingPlease apply via our website: http://nystrs.peopleadmin.com/postings/3601
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