The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout the New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation in an effort to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

The Department of Probation is seeking to hire one (1) Executive Program Specialist to serve as an Equal Opportunity Officer (EEO). Under directions of the Commissioner, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision making, the responsibilities of the EEO Officer include but are not limited to:

- Formulating and implementing the Agency’s EEO policy and procedures as required to comply with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws;
- Conducting and/or overseeing internal EEO investigations and preparing advisory memos, investigative reports, including recommendations for complaint/issue resolution. Conducting mediation sessions/alternative dispute resolution when needed;
- Developing, conducting and/or coordinating all EEO-related training for all Agency staff
- Working with senior executives to develop strategies to improve diversity and promote a more inclusive workplace;
- Serving as the Department’s Accessibility Coordinator including processing requests for reasonable accommodations and working with the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities;
- Serving as the Coordinator for the 55-A program;
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports required by the Office of Citywide Equal Employment Opportunity and the Equal Employment Practices Commission;
- Developing strategies and initiatives specific to diverse workforce planning, fostering and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture, and designing diversity and inclusion leadership competencies;
- Monitoring and reviewing the Department’s employment practices, including recruitment, job postings, selections, promotions, performance evaluations, transfers, and separations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and City EEO guidelines;
- Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.

1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in "1" above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in "1" above.

- Excellent legal writing skills are required. - Outstanding communication skills. - Strong research skills. - Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook - Case management experience

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.