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Working Title: Affirmative Action Off 2
Job Class: Associate Compliance Officer
Agency: Minnesota State
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 12/15/2022
Closing Date: 01/13/2023
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State Colleges & Universities / Minnesota State System Office-MAPE
Division/Unit: Minnesota State System Office / Office of Equity and Inclusion
Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Travel Required: Occassionally for trianing and conferences
Salary Range: $25.25 – $37.02 / hourly; $52,722 – $77,297 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Telework Eligible: Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
Telework is available and would be negotiated at the time of hire. A telework agreement is required.
The Associate Compliance Officer will serve as a key contributor to the Minnesota State system to assist in guiding compliance efforts for federal and state Affirmative Action laws, along with the policies and procedures relevant to the Minnesota State College and Universities system. The incumbent will work directly with the Office of Human Resources, Academic and Student Affairs, campus leaders including campus Affirmative Action Officers designees, and other administrators to support and advance the Minnesota State Affirmative Action Program. Responsibilities include compliance review and approval of campus Affirmative Action Plans, assist with continued development of review structure and provide training on Affirmative Action Program and Affirmative Action Plan writing. The incumbent will act with a high level of autonomy and will provide expertise and consultation to all Minnesota State colleges and universities.
This role will also serve as the lead coordinator of investigation shared service process across the Minnesota State system. This role will also work with internal and external investigators to ensure proper tracking of investigations, build a community of practice among systemwide investigators, and training across the system.
This position reports to and is supervised by the Civil Rights, Title IX, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer at the system office. The incumbent will be housed in the Office for Equity and Inclusion division at the system office.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.
Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of practical, relevant experience in affirmative action compliance and investigations.
Desire and ability to work in a culturally diverse environment and interact with persons from all levels of the organization including minoritized, historically marginalized, and/or culturally diverse groups
Knowledge of current equal opportunity, affirmative action and discrimination regulations and trends
Knowledge and experience with best practices for conducting confidential investigations
Effective oral and written communication
Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot and solve problems collaboratively
Ability to interact and network with other organizations with related interests
Demonstrate ability to organize and efficiently complete detailed projects requiring team approach/efforts, and prioritize in a high-volume work environment
Ability to create and conduct content-specific, large-group trainings for Affirmative Action Officers, Human Resources Directors or other designated officers throughout the system as well as presidents and system office staff, as needed
Minnesota State is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education setting
Demonstrated experience in writing and implementing affirmative action plans
Demonstrated experience in designing and leading equity, diversity and affirmative action programs
Additional Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Shawna Tienter at [email protected] or 651-583-5519.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shawna Tienter at [email protected].
About Minnesota State
Minnesota State is the largest single provider of higher education in the state. With 33 institutions, including 26 community and technical colleges and seven state universities, Minnesota State serves 64 percent of the state’s undergraduate student population.
We employ more than 14,800 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success. We provide essential training and specialized certification options for business, industry, and professionals throughout Minnesota.
The work location is in the heart of downtown St. Paul, right in the skyway system. Benefits include excellent low cost and low deductible health and dental insurance, retirement package, tuition waiver at Minnesota State institutions (after three years of employment) and flexible working hours.
Minnesota State System Office is proud to be a Minnesota Yellow Ribbon agency.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
Public pension plan
Training and professional development
Paid vacation and sick leave
11 paid holidays each year
Paid parental leave
Low-cost medical and dental coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs and resources
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Health care spending and savings accounts
Dependent care spending account
Tax-deferred compensation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. Please indicate what assistance is needed.
