Chief, Civil Rights Officer

3 weeks ago

Newark, United States NJ Transit Full time

Chief, Civil Rights Officer

President/CEO's Office

Job Description:

 Move forward with us At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time-and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

Summary:

We are currently looking for a Chief, Civil Rights Officer to join our team

Roles and Responsibilities:

+ Provide guidance and direction to Senior Leadership, and interact and communicate with the federal, state, and local partners including, but not limited to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).

+ Conduct periodic site visits to project locations as well as interaction with the public and other agencies.

+ Collaborate in the development of internal and external communication, presentation and training material related to DBE, Title VI/EJ, ADA, and SBE/DVOB public agency compliance.

+ Analyze complex issues, identifies problems, implements solutions, and monitor outcomes for Civil Rights Programs.

+ Serve as NJ TRANSIT's representative and spokesperson for civil rights related matters with national committees, trade associations, community-based organizations and other business and professional organizations. Act as a resource to and liaison between department and internal/external contacts.

+ Develop, plan, implement and monitor departmental budget activities for all Civil Rights Programs.

+ Manage oversight of Civil Rights programs (i.e., DBE, Title VI and ADA Compliance) to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, policies, and guidelines. Provide monitoring and oversight with recommendations for implementing any changes to these programs when necessary.

+ Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) Program:

+ Ensure that NJ TRANSIT meets the DBE obligations for all procurements and associated FTA reporting requirements.

+ Provide guidance and consulting with Senior Leadership and executive management on the interpretation and implementation of the DBE Federal Program and annual goals.

+ Ensure small business participation in the procurement and solicitation process by reviewing scopes of work, specifications, solicitations and contract terms and conditions for compliance with FTA requirements for small/disadvantaged business participation.

+ Implement and manage outreach programs.

+ Monitor, investigate, and resolve complaints of alleged discrimination and/or violation of the DBE requirements, as well as protests of awards made on the basis of such discrimination and/or violation.

+ Coordinate with managers/staff as appropriate.

+ Title VI Program:

+ Responsible for ensuring that federally supported transit services and related benefits are distributed in an equitable manner. Responsible to ensure that NJ TRANSIT meets Title VI and Environmental Justice requirements.

+ Monitor, investigate and resolve complaints of alleged discrimination that a person, or persons were denied the benefits of, excluded from participation in, or subject to discrimination on the grounds of race, color, or national origin under any programs or activities.

+ ADA Compliance:

+ Assist with compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as needed in coordination with applicable departments and staff.

+ Develop strategies to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related regulations.

+ Collaborate with disability advocacy groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote accessibility and address ADA-related concerns.

+ Stay informed about changes in ADA regulations and best practices. Implement necessary updates to ensure ongoing compliance with ADA requirements.

This Position Supervises:

+ Sr. Director, Office of Business Development

+ Director, Title VI/Environmental Justice Compliance

+ Director, ADA Compliance

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in business, Public Administration, or related area or equivalent, and ten (10) years of applied experience in Civil Rights Programs, including experience in the development, management, and administration of DBE/SBE/MBE/WBE programs.

Knowledge and Skills:

Required:

+ Excellent leadership, management, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Proven proficiency in building relationships and working collaboratively with Senior Leadership and other stakeholders to improve Civil Rights initiatives and programs.

+ Proven proficiency in relationship management and leadership skills, including ability to drive healthy discussions about sophisticated issues at all levels of the organization.

+ Excellent project management skills, with expertise in building, managing, and scaling programs that involve significant change management, high-profile outcomes, and multiple organizational partners.

+ Exceptional project management, organizational, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills.

+ Innovative thinking and the capability to articulate a vision to teams across the organization.

+ Strong, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence and an ability to influence and drive change in the organization.

+ Superior presentation skills with the competence to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate strategic vision and goals, and execute consistent NJ TRANSIT branding.

Desired:

+ Master's degree and experience in Civil Rights Programs.

+ Public sector experience.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

+ Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

+ Flexible Spending Account

+ Life Insurance

+ Paid Leave

+ Tuition Assistance

+ Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

+ Retirement Plans

+ 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

+ 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

+ 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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