Job Description

Senior EEO Investigator

Location: White Plains, US Buffalo, US Marcy, US

The Senior Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Investigator is responsible for overseeing and conducting thorough investigations into complaints of discrimination, harassment, and other EEO-related issues within the organization. The Investigator will also assist in facilitating reasonable accommodations for employees under the authority of the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.

The Investigator conducts annual workplace rights training for all members of the workforce, collects and analyzes trends data and appears on behalf of NYPA in internal and external forums on relevant topics. Through these efforts, the Investigator ensures that NYPA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility continue to drive employee engagement and accountability.

Responsibilities

Under minimal supervision of leadership, perform the responsibilities listed below:

• Investigate and make recommendations regarding complex complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on protected class status by and against NYPA employees and affiliates
• Draft investigative reports and deliver associated findings regarding investigations to appropriate stakeholders, including EMC per OCRI-PRO-02
• Prepare accommodation determinations for review and issuance by the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA), investigate claims of improper denial
• Ensure that updated policies and procedure are communicated enterprise-wide via various platforms
• Meet regularly with internal and external stakeholders, including senior staff/EMC, Law, ITC, OER, and ODIM regarding relevant issues
• Develop and deliver training content in 1:1, small and large group formats, including to civil groups, professional/trade organizations, and other SMEs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work independently, maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and interact effectively with all levels of management
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines related to labor and employment and affirmative action
• Ability to analyze and interpret Agency rules and regulations, as well as laws and other pertinent guidelines relating to the HR specializations of classification, staffing, labor relations, and employee relations
• Thorough understanding of mediation processes and techniques (e.g., negotiation and arbitration) strong people skills, impartiality, and the ability to protect confidential information
• Proven ability to manage a large workload within tight time constraints and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Knowledge of diversity & inclusion principles, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmation action laws & regulations
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations (including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and related non-discrimination statutes, state and local laws, Executive Orders, and guidelines) pertaining to equal opportunity, access, and inclusion to employment, services, and activities of the NYPA/Canals
• Strong organizational, planning, and investigatory skills
• Ability to assess and negotiate highly complex, confidential, and sensitive matters of discrimination, harassment, and disproportionate impact, while maintaining objectivity and neutrality

Education, Experience, and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD or Master's Degree in related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time primarily within NY State

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position in White Plains is: $97,000-$120,000 and $84,000-$110,000 in Buffalo and Marcy. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices, and/or domestic violence concerns.

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