Civil Rights Manager

• Serves as the citywide Title VI Coordinator and coordinates the City's Language Access Plan.
• Coordinates with City personnel to investigate potential violations of the City's Non-Discrimination Ordinance and the U.S.
• Department of Housing and Urban Development's regulations regarding housing and public accommodation and other applicable standards relating to employment, housing, and public accommodation discrimination.
• Communicates with individuals concerning potential violations of the City's Non-Discrimination Ordinance, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's regulations, and other applicable standards relating to employment, housing, and public accommodation discrimination.
• Oversees offers of assistance, delivers referrals, manages the status of investigations, and monitors final resolutions regarding the City's Non-Discrimination Ordinance.
• Reports potential violations and coordinates investigative reports with the Office of the City Attorney.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for department's programs.
• Recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Manages and evaluates the quality, responsiveness, efficiency, and effectiveness of assigned programs, methods, and procedures. Works with personnel on the continuous improvement of services.
• Evaluates housing opportunity contract compliance activities and develops recommendations to improve operations and resolve problems.
• Provides statuses, communication, and information to the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Director and assists in carrying out policy directives and mission.
• Serves as the primary City liaison with various commissions and agencies; participates in collaborative projects and investigations related to enforcement of anti-discrimination laws; and responds to requests for information related to contractual agreements between the City and agencies.
• Develops, implements, and monitors assigned programs and activities and represents the City at events and programs.
• Supervises the maintenance of various resource files, reports, and statistical data for the department.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a
  related field.
• Five years of increasing responsible experience in investigation, mediation, and/or resolution of civil rights, discrimination and/or other disputes, including two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility

• A J.D., with or without licensure to practice law in Texas, is highly desirable.
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License

• Knowledge of legal terminology, principles and procedures, and research methods
• Knowledge of civil rules and procedures of county, district, and federal court systems
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Knowledge of employment laws, including OSHA, COBRA, ADA, and FMLA
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment
• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to research and analyze complex issues and recommend and implement solutions
• Ability to develop clear and concise written reports and presentations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with City staff and the general public
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment

Salary : $77,910 - $116,866