Civil Rights Program Manager

Description

State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a significant difference and be part of an award-winning agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation?  At the Idaho Transportation Department, we recognize that every employee is crucial to our mission. We foster a rewarding employee experience where everyone’s ideas and career development are highly valued.

The Idaho Transportation Department seeks an enthusiastic and motivated program manager to oversee the Office of Civil Rights programs. This position will report directly to the  Chief Innovation Experience Officer.  

The Idaho Transportation Department has an opening for a Civil Rights Program Manager. The incumbent in this position will ensure regulatory compliance with state and federal laws and provide leadership for two direct reports. The manager will oversee, direct, develop, assess, and provide guidance for the daily statewide activities of major Civil Rights programs, including but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Civil Rights Program under Title VI, and other related work.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Your Role

• Directs, develops, and assesses program effectiveness
• Provides guidance and ensures compliance for external statewide activities of EEO, Affirmative Action, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), ADA, Civil Rights, On-the-Job Training, and Contractor Compliance programs
• Writes policies and procedures, correspondence, reports, technical manuals, case documentation and recommendations
• Serves as liaison to represent the Department with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), local government entities, community-based organizations and other key stakeholders
• Reviews section budget and approves expenditures
• Hire, train, and supervise staff

Supports business development activities to

• Meet federal and state requirements related to minority and women-owned businesses seeking contract opportunities with the Idaho Transportation Department
• Ensure the development of business and long-range plans regarding the Office of Civil Rights programs
• Direct program activities designed to enhance and develop disadvantaged business enterprises
• Direct DBE supportive training initiatives to ensure that the program meets the needs of DBE firms
• Direct efforts to emphasize the development of public and private partnerships to support DBE programs

Directs compliance activities for

• EEO, ADA, Affirmative Action, Contract Compliance, and Title VI
• Interpret federal and state regulations
• Conduct audits of projects
• Provide advice and assistance to staff
• Investigate complaints of program violations and make recommendations for corrective action
• Develop and submit required reports, compliance review, and prepare responses to state and federal compliance reviews
• Develop and deliver training to promote understanding and participation in the program area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Good knowledge of management practices

Experience

• Implementing EEO or human resource-related programs and monitoring program performance 
• Conducting EEO or human resource investigations or compliance reviews findings and recommending appropriate actions 
• Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, and court rulings related to EEO, affirmative action, and employment discrimination

Some knowledge of 

• Training methods
• Business assistance, marketing concepts, and development practices

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and the lives of the citizens of Idaho!

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule available to some positions for increased work-life balance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – eligibility requirements may apply
• Accrue paid vacation every pay period, which increases with state longevity
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid sick leave separate from vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance benefits, Flexible Spending Account https://ogi.idaho.gov/premium-rates/
• Relocation Assistance available for some positions
• Defined benefits retirement plan (pension) through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) https://persi.idaho.gov/members/base_plan.cfm
• Optional 401K and Deferred Compensation plans with traditional and Roth options
• Eligible for Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges

The Idaho Transportation Department may verify the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and falsification of the information supplied in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities. It also prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.