PORT EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICER

PORT EQUAL OPPORTUNITY OFFICER

Salary: $16,024 - $19,848/Month (37.5-hour work week)

Oakland, CA

Your Port. Your Community. Your Career.

When you join the Port of Oakland, you become part of a proud local legacy, an organization that touches virtually every resident with its services and programs. The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland seaport, Oakland International Airport and 20 miles of waterfront. The Oakland seaport is one of the top 10 busiest container ports in the U.S.; Oakland International Airport is the second largest San Francisco Bay Area airport offering over 300 daily passenger and cargo flights; and the Port's real estate includes commercial developments such as Jack London Square and hundreds of acres of public parks and conservation areas.

The Port is currently recruiting for the position of Port Equal Opportunity Officer. The Port Equal Opportunity Officer directs and administers the equal opportunity policies and programs of the Port of Oakland in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives as articulated by the Executive Director and approved by the Board of Port Commissioners. In addition to investigating and resolving equal employment opportunity related complaints, ensuring compliance with Port, Federal, and State disability policies, laws, and regulations under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Port Equal Opportunity Officer will also be responsible for the diversity and inclusion initiatives at the Port. Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Directs the formulation and communication of the Port's equal opportunity programs and the policies and procedures to affect them; recommends to the Board of Port Commissioners proposed ordinances and resolutions; directs and approves the preparation of the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) agenda items for Board meetings.
• Directs the performance of long-range staff planning processes; determines the allocation of resources necessary to fulfill organizational goals and objectives; oversees the conduct of organization studies, investigations and surveys to determine the effectiveness of EEO programs; compiles statistical information in support of the above.
• Recommends annual and long-term plans, programs, and budgets; exercises control over the planning, formulation and maintenance of expenditure control for the budget.
• Investigates and prepares reports concerning employee complaints related to EEO violations, including complaints against Port tenants.
• Implements policies, practices, and procedures required for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provisions.
• Requests, receives, and reviews medical information for temporary and permanent disability-related accommodations.
• Maintains regular contact with managers, treatment providers, and employees regarding progress and status of accommodations and assists in the resolutions of any challenges.
• Manages interactive dialogue process with employees with disabilities and employer to determine reasonable accommodations that enable employees to perform their essential functions and facilitates return-to-work efforts.
• Works closely with departments to identify and determine appropriate reasonable accommodations that promote safety and timely return to work for employees with disabilities.
• Act as a subject matter expert and resource regarding accommodation/work restriction issues and processes in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Partners with Human Resources team and functions as a liaison to establish effective relationships with community-based organizations to ensure Port talent outreach efforts capture a diverse pool of candidates and community members
• Design, implement, and facilitate diversity and inclusion program initiatives and best practices to integrate equity principles throughout the Port including communication strategies, measurements of effectiveness and resource group support.
• Conduct training and workshops to enhance managers understanding of the law related to ADA and unlawful harassment; and to raise awareness and enhance understanding culture to foster a more inclusive and culturally competent workforce.
• Performs other management functions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

This examination is open to persons who have a combination of education and experience that would reflect possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. A typical combination would include the following:

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related fields plus five years of professional equal employment opportunity related work experience.

Additional Requirements: The Port of Oakland requires each incumbent to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for the duration of employment at the Port.

Knowledge: Knowledge of the City Charter, Port Ordinances, Board of Port Commission By-Laws and Administrative Rules, and Port policies and procedures; Civil Service Rules, Memoranda of Understanding, and other policies and procedures governing employee affairs; principles of equal employment opportunity; applicable local, state, and federal laws related to disability accommodation, and current developments and trends in the interactive process.

The Port’s compensation and benefit program ranks among the best in the region for public jurisdictions and is designed to reward performance and promote a balanced lifestyle, both at the workplace and away from the workplace, for our employees and their families. The Port is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and has been recognized as a FIT-Friendly Employer by the American Heart Association. We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 457 plan and paid leave.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity, view supplemental questions and/or obtain more details, please visit us at https://www.portofoakland.com/business/job-center/. Apply by April 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM.

Equal Opportunity Employer