Metropolitan Airport News · 21 hours ago
Manager, Diversity Certification & EEO Compliance
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$79K/yr - $118K/yr
5+ years expMetropolitan Airport News is seeking a Manager for Diversity Certification & EEO Compliance. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding the Authority’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) programs, while also supporting contractor and workforce compliance.
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Responsibilities
Assists in administering the Authority’s DBE and MWBE programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Monitors compliance with the U.S. DOT DBE Program (49 CFR Parts 23 and 26) for all federally funded projects
Collects, organizes, and maintains accurate DBE-related data and prepares required reports for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and other oversight agencies
Provides technical assistance to businesses seeking DBE/MWBE certification or participation in Authority projects
Prepares periodic statistical and narrative reports reflecting DBE/MWBE program activity and performance
Assists in internal audits and compliance reviews to ensure ongoing program effectiveness
Monitors and reports on contractor EEO compliance and assist with workforce utilization reporting
Supports the implementation and monitoring of the Authority’s EEO Program to ensure compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and related federal and state regulations
Conducts and/or assists in investigations of internal EEO complaints involving alleged discrimination, harassment, or retaliation; prepares summaries, findings, and recommended corrective actions
Gathers and analyzes data for workforce utilization reports and assists in preparing federal and state EEO reporting, including FTA Triennial Reviews and other compliance submissions
Assists in developing and maintaining EEO, harassment, and non-discrimination policies and procedures to ensure consistency with current laws and best practices
Coordinates with Human Resources and Legal on EEO-related issues, data requests, and investigations
Maintain confidential records of investigations, complaints, and reports in accordance with record retention and privacy standards
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree and a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience pertaining to the public sector, governmental law, DBE, MWBE, EEO compliance, or related compliance program administration
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines governing DBE, MWBE, and EEO programs, including 49 CFR Parts 23 and 26 and EEOC regulations
Knowledge of public sector procurement, contracting, and workforce compliance procedures
Ability to conduct EEO investigations, prepare findings, and recommend corrective action consistent with regulations and Authority policy
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret statistical data and prepare reports for federal and state oversight agencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports, and presentations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems used for compliance reporting
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff, contractors, regulatory agencies, and community partners
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment
Preferred
Experience conducting EEO investigations, preparing regulatory reports, and developing policy documentation is preferred
The ideal candidate will possess prior legal experience with a public sector/governmental entity
Company
Metropolitan Airport News
Metropolitan Airport News is an online and print magazine dedicated to airport employees, local civic issues, and events at New York’s three major airports.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Raymond Ringston
Creative Director & Co-Founder
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