Associate Director - Office of Employment Equity

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

University Human Resources ( UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Director for the Office of Employment Equity within University Human Resources.

This position reports to the Director of the Office of Employment Equity ("OEE") and is responsible for oversight of the Office's investigation process and day-to-day supervision of three (3) professional investigators and one (1) Intake, Training, and Support Specialist. This position, in coordination with the Director of OEE, is responsible for developing, maintaining, interpreting, and ensuring the fair and consistent application of the University's Policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, Title IX Policy and Grievance Procedures, Policy Prohibiting Workplace Violence, and Conscientious Employee Protection Policy. The Associate Director also sits on the Rutgers Investigation Review Committee ( RIRC) and partners with Senior Leadership across the University's investigative units ( UEC, Internal Audit, Research, RUPD, and Athletics) on compliance goals, improvements, and long-term impacts. The Associate Director establishes relationships with Deans, Department Chairs, and other stakeholders to improve community understanding of OEE's policies and to ascertain perceived gaps in policy. The position also educates internal partners and the University community on OEE policy goals, legal requirements, policy amendments, and other related topics.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.