Manager, Diversity Certification & Eeo C

Buffalo, MANAGER, DIVERSITY CERTIFICATION & EEO COMPLIANCE, $78,909 - $118,361
This is a professional and administrative position responsible for assisting in the compliance, development, implementation, and monitoring of the Authority's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance programs.

The employee ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). (49 CFR Parts 23 and 26) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines. The position supports contractor and workforce compliance, assists in investigations of EEO-related complaints, and contributes to the development and enforcement of EEO and anti-discrimination policies and procedures. Work is performed under the direction of the Chief Diversity Officer and involves significant interaction with other NFTA departments, contractors, community organizations, and government agencies to promote equal opportunity and inclusive practices across all NFTA operations.

• Assists in administering the Authority's DBE and MWBE programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Monitors compliance with the U.S. DOT DBE Program (49 CFR Parts 23 and 26) for all federally funded projects.
• Collects, organizes, and maintains accurate DBE-related data and prepares required reports for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and other oversight agencies.
• Provides technical assistance to businesses seeking DBE/MWBE certification or participation in Authority projects.
• Prepares periodic statistical and narrative reports reflecting DBE/MWBE program activity and performance.
• Assists in internal audits and compliance reviews to ensure ongoing program effectiveness.
• Monitors and reports on contractor EEO compliance and assists with workforce utilization reporting.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines governing DBE, MWBE, and EEO programs, including 49 CFR Parts 23 and 26 and EEOC regulations.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement, contracting, and workforce compliance procedures.

Graduation from an ABA accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree and a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience pertaining to the public sector, governmental law, DBE, MWBE, EEO compliance, or related compliance program administration. Experience conducting EEO investigations, preparing regulatory reports, and developing policy documentation is preferred. The ideal candidate will possess prior legal experience with a public sector/governmental entity.

Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.

Send NFTA employment application, resume and cover letter specifying the job number 194-25-N to:

NFTA Human Resources
181 Ellicott Street
Buffalo, NY 14203

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The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Human Resources

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad