Deputy Chief Dei & Eeo Officer

The New York City Campaign Finance Board manages New York City’s small donor democracy program and educates and engages voters via NYC Votes. The CFB has enjoyed a tremendous arc of progress over its 30-year history, and our updated flagship small donor democracy program is the centerpiece of this progress.

We eliminate barriers to participation by providing access to the resources New Yorkers need to vote or run for office and amplify the voices of small donors with New York City’s small donor democracy program.

We are dedicated to making New York City’s local democracy more open, transparent, and equitable. You would be working with a team that is mission-driven and committed to continuous improvement.

The CFB’s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) aids the CFB in complying with federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination. The EEO Office works to ensure that employment decisions are made on the basis of merit and equality of opportunity, without unlawful discrimination. The Office develops and administers training, conducts policy review, investigates allegations of discrimination and reviews requests for reasonable accommodations. This office also works to ensure our agency strategy and programming is built on accessibility.
The CFB’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) supports the CFB’s efforts at creating a workplace culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion and weaves those principles into every aspect of our work. The Office manages the work of the DEI committee, partners with divisions and units across the agency on various programs and initiatives, organizes and executes agency-wide DEI strategy and events, provides guidance to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and personnel at all levels, and much more.

The New York City Campaign Finance Board is seeking a Deputy Chief EEO and DEI Officer to collaborate with the Chief to provide leadership, accountability, and innovative ideas for strategies and initiatives that will address systemic challenges related to gaps in cultural competency and empathetic allyship, DEI analytics, implicit bias, cross-cultural communications, and engagement. The Deputy Chief EEO/DEI Officer will supervise EEO/DEI staff and support the agency’s accessibility staff and programming, as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Collaborates with the Chief EEO/DEI Officer to provide leadership, accountability, and innovative ideas for strategies and initiatives that will address systemic challenges related to gaps in cultural competency and empathetic allyship.
-Exercises significant discretion and expertise to make programmatic and policy decisions under the NYC EEO policy.
-Collaborates with senior leadership in the formulation, review, and implementation of policies and procedures.
-Acts as the Chief EEO Officer in the absence of the Chief EEO/DEI Officer.
-Build out and manage the CFB’s DEI analytics and metrics dashboard.
-Utilizes data insights to drive strategic decision-making and internal policy decisions in relation to the CFB’s EEO/ DEI work.
-Creates and administers training on implicit bias, cross-cultural communications, and engagement.
-Serves as a thought partner and leader in relation to the creation, revamping, standardization and implementation of CFB policies related to EEO/DEI.
-Coaches personnel at all levels of staff on DEI best practices, management, and EEO law/policy.
-Supervises and participates in conducting investigations of alleged violations of the New York City EEO Policy.
-Trains new staff members on EEO investigative processes and techniques.
-Manages the CFB’s DEI/EEO, Domestic Violence/Gender Based Violence and Alternative DRC programmatic work
-Administers and assists in the creation of DEI programs and trainings tailored to the demonstrated needs of the organization.
-Supervises EEO/DEI personnel
-Supports the work of the EEO/DEI team’s accessibility vertical, when needed.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER BEHAVIORS (KSAOs)

We're seeking individuals eager to make an impact, even if they don't tick every box on our job description. We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and the unique blend of lived experiences, non-traditional education pathways, practical know-how, and a variety of skills and abilities that each candidate brings to the table. If you're ready to learn and grow with us, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

Knowledge
-Knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and best practices.
-Knowledge and robust understanding of best practices related to DEI data metrics and analytics.
-Knowledge and understanding of federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination, harassment, and equal employment opportunities (e.g., Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act).
-Knowledge and understanding of organization's internal and citywide policies and procedures regarding discrimination and harassment.
-Knowledge and understanding of motivational and management theories and leadership styles and approaches.
-Knowledge and understanding of government operations (New York City government experience a plus).
-Knowledge and understanding of city personnel policies, procedures, and civil service.

Skills
-Conducts fair and thorough investigations into complaints or allegations of discrimination and writes excellent, well researched, detail-oriented, grammatically correct EEO reports.
-Develops and delivers training and employment programs on EEO laws, DEI topics and unconscious bias.
-Mediates disputes and resolves conflicts related to discrimination or harassment claims.
-Strong analytical and communication skills.
-Strong people skills and can understand and effectively navigate within an organizational structure.
-Ability to analyze data and create complex formulas and data visualizations.
-Advanced proficiency in Microsoft platforms.
-Advanced proficiency in creating surveys/survey methodology, and data analytics using programs such as SPSS, R, MS Power BI, MS Forms.
-Advanced proficiency in the buildout of DEI advertising/programmatic materials using programs such as Canva/Adobe Pro.

Abilities
-Demonstrated ability to meet deliverables in a complex and matrixed environment.
-Ability to exercise professional and ethical judgement when complex personnel situations arise and possess an understanding of when to refer certain matters or involve outside parties.
-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
-Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
-A motivated, self-starter who adjusts readily to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change; shows versatility in handling people and situations.
-Outstanding writing, editing, and research skills.
-Adept at quickly synthesizing information to distill critical issues and formulate recommendations that consider risks, benefits, and alternative perspectives.
-Manages a high volume of work with efficiency: Has developed or can create a system for keeping tasks from slipping through the cracks. Able to juggle competing demands and prioritize without sacrificing quality. Plans backwards to make deadlines. Asks for help when needed.
-Attentive, empathetic leadership: Enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with people. Empathizes with the communities we serve. Able to put people at ease, especially when there are lines of difference. Listens closely to understand needs or concerns and takes steps based on that input. Gets back to people in a timely manner. Takes pride in providing clear, helpful information.

Other/Preferred Qualifications
-At least 3 years of Progressive DEI and/or EEO programmatic experience, with a strong background in data analytics, measurement, and metrics.
-Impeccable people skills, including the ability to make people of various and intersecting identities feel comfortable discussing uncomfortable subject matter at times.
-Exercises authority without asserting dominance: Brings a clear vision and recognizes the value of divergent perspectives. Approaches leadership with a mindset of “power with” rather than “power over” and regularly includes others in planning and decision-making.
-Already has or can quickly create a system for keeping details from slipping through the cracks (for self and their team).
-Notices errors that others might overlook and fixes them; has a track record of leaving things better than they found them.

Additional Information

The City of New York provides generous medical benefits (including dental and vision through respective unions or funds), retirement, tuition reimbursement, and additional ancillary benefits. CFB offers a flexible and hybrid work schedule, opportunities for career development, learning & development (leadership training, coaching), wellness programs, and much more!

The CFB is an equal opportunity employer firmly committed to diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you anticipate needing any type of reasonable accommodation to apply for an employment opportunity, please contact access@nyccfb.info or (212) 409-1800.

How to Apply

All applicants must apply through NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York (https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/)

- Please search and apply to the job ID number listed above.
- Resume and cover letter are required for consideration.
- Note that only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

For more information on careers with the NYC Campaign Finance Board visit our website at https://www.nyccfb.info/ to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about our agency.

Minimum Qualifications

1.A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by at least twelve-semester credits (or the equivalent of twelve-semester credits) in accounting, auditing, business or public administration, computer science, economics, finance, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related area of study and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in accounting, auditing (including compliance or investigative auditing), business or public administration, business analysis, computer science, database administration, economics, finance, fiscal or economic management or research, statistics, graphic design, personnel or human resources administration, user experience design, or a closely related field; or
2.A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in “1” above; or
3.Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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/

Residency Requirement

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.

Additional Information

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.