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Director, Employee Relations and Diversity Programs

Position Number: 7183004
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Human Resources

Director, Employee Relations and Diversity Programs

Salary: $184,003.00 - $212,312.00 Annually

Location: Peralta CCD District Office - Oakland, CA

Job Type: Management

Job Number: 202600005

Division: Human Resources

Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Class Purpose

Under administrative direction, provides leadership and oversight for the District's employee relations, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), diversity, nondiscrimination, and harassment prevention programs; ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, administrative regulations, and District policies and procedures related to employment, equal opportunity, unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, and workplace investigations.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Employee Relations and Investigations

Conduct and oversee investigations involving allegations of unlawful discrimination, harassment, retaliation, misconduct, and other employee relations matters.
Receive and assess complaints; determine jurisdiction, merit, and appropriate course of action.
Prepare investigative reports, and recommend findings and corrective actions.
Advise managers and supervisors regarding employee conduct, performance issues, corrective action, and progressive discipline.
Provide guidance and direction on grievance administration and the interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements.
Participate as a member of the District's collective bargaining team and assist in labor negotiations and contract administration.

EEO, Diversity, and Compliance

Coordinate and administer the District's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan and related diversity initiatives.
Ensure compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and regulations, including Title VII, Title IX, and California community college EEO requirements.
Facilitate the District-wide EEO Advisory Committee and related committees.
Design and deliver training on EEO, diversity, harassment prevention, discrimination, retaliation, and cultural competency.
Collaborate with District and College leadership to develop and implement policies and procedures that promote an inclusive and respectful work and educational environment.

ADA and Reasonable Accommodations

Administer the District's employee reasonable accommodation program in compliance with the ADA, Section 504, and applicable California laws.
Receive and evaluate accommodation requests from applicants and employees.
Coordinate and facilitate the interactive process with employees, supervisors, and medical providers, as appropriate.
Assess essential job functions and identify reasonable accommodations that enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform their duties.
Maintain confidential accommodation records and monitor implementation of approved accommodations.
Provide training and guidance to administrators and supervisors regarding disability-related laws and accommodation obligations.

Administration and Leadership

Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
Maintain current knowledge of developments in employment law, labor relations, EEO, diversity, and disability compliance.
Attend and conduct meetings, serve on committees, and represent the District before external agencies and professional organizations.
Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership and governing bodies.
Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in employee relations, labor relations, equal employment opportunity, human resources, or a closely related field
Some experience managing workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and employee relations.
Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and employees, as required by California Education Code Section 87360(a).

Desirable Qualifications

Experience administering employee accommodation programs and coordinating the interactive process under the ADA and related laws.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

Federal and state laws and regulations governing employment practices, including EEO, nondiscrimination, harassment prevention, ADA/Section 504, and labor relations.
Principles and practices of workplace investigations, fact-finding, interviewing, and report writing.
Conflict resolution, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution techniques.
Collective bargaining, grievance procedures, and labor contract administration.
Human resources management, organizational development, supervision, and training.
Statistical methods, HR reporting, and data analysis related to EEO and diversity initiatives.

Skill and Ability to:

Conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations and prepare clear, concise, and defensible reports.
Interpret and apply laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and District policies.
Interpret and apply relevant provisions of the California Education Code, California Code of Regulations (Title 5), Public Employment Relations Board regulations, the Educational Employment Relations Act, the ADA, and other applicable federal and state employment laws.
Administer the interactive process and recommend effective reasonable accommodations.
Analyze complex issues and develop practical, legally sound recommendations.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Deliver presentations and training to diverse audiences.
Exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, and ethnic backgrounds.
Work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.

The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate "See Resume".

Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.

The following documents are required for this position:

Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts verifying completion of a Bachelor's Degree
List of at least three references

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.
Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

Please note, the District's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and may be required to pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification. New employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Tommi Ng at tommi.ng@peralta.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/peralta/jobs/5351640/director-employee-relations-and-diversity-programs

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