Director, EEO and Compliance

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the efforts and programs of the College to assure that its employees and actions are compliant with all aspects of federal state and local laws and regulations and College policies.

Manages the implementation of the Systems EEO/Compliance programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan Embracing Houstons Future with college strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission Vision and Values.

Responsible for the design execution and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient assets are safeguarded financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws regulations policies and procedures.

Manages Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection; hiring and termination training development mentoring counseling and performance evaluations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as liaison to Workforce Solutions Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) monitoring HCC to ensure compliance with Equal Opportunity (EO) obligations under Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and completing required training to maintain competency.

Serve as the Systems Coordinator for Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 as amended Title II Subtitle A of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Coordinating Boards Higher Education Opportunity Plan and any other coordinating roles assigned by the Chancellor.

Oversee the production analysis and dissemination of compliance-related statistical and demographic information required by the Institution and federal and state governments.

Monitor planning development and implementation of HCC policies.

Assist Senior Administration and other HCCS managers by ensuring consistent interpretation and application of policies and adherence to procedures.

Oversee investigation and study of discrimination complaints to clarify issues and meet with personnel involved to arbitrate and settle disputes.

Confer with supervisory personnel to verify or document alleged violations of law.

Oversee preparation of report of findings and makes recommendations.

Identify College functions and routine business practices requiring compliance oversight.

Oversee development of Institutional EEO/Compliance Reports.

Develop implement or monitor effective mechanisms by which individuals may report alleged violations of the compliance program.

Manage direct and coordinate program compliance functions and build compliance infrastructure where appropriate.

Coordinate response to government inquiries in concert with the Office of the General Counsel.

Support the efforts of the System to recruit and retain faculty staff administration and student body that is representative of the community the Institution serves.

Oversee the development of an ongoing series of workshops seminars training and other communication tools to explain goals objectives guidelines and procedures associated with institutional compliance.

Serve as the principal institutional liaison with government entities and other organizations concerning EEO ADA NCAA DOD OFCCP and other federal state and local compliance areas.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience

• Masters degree in Human Resources Business Administration educational Psychology Counseling or other related/compatible field required
• 6 years in Federal/State/Local compliance-related area required including 5 years of supervisory experience required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Budget Management

Competencies

• Acting as a Champion for Change
• Thinking like an Entrepreneur
• Driving for Results
• Leveraging Opportunities
• Setting a Strategic Vision
• Attracting & Developing Talent
• Inspiring & Motivating Others
• Acting Strategically
• Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals
• Managing Resources

Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215