Chief Diversity Officer - VID

Duties Description About OGS :

The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) provides essential support services for state government operations. We are a diverse organization that delivers a broad spectrum of services to state agencies, local governments, and the public, such as building management and maintenance services for 49 major office complexes and buildings statewide, including the state Capitol; managing leases of privately held real estate used for state purposes; architectural, engineering, and construction management services, hosting cultural programs at our facilities, and more.

OGS facilitates the work of New York State agencies, the Legislature, and the Judiciary and supports local governments, eligible nonprofits, school districts, and public authorities. The agency provides services by developing and managing efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable programs and activities. Critical services are delivered by partnering with New York State businesses and presenting them with significant economic opportunities through their participation in state contracts administered by OGS for commodities, services, and technology.

About the role :

Reporting to the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner for Administration, the Chief Diversity Officer manages and oversees the OGS Diversity Office and diversity and inclusion programs within OGS and indirectly reports to the State's Chief Diversity Officer. The incumbent develops the Strategic Plan for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and oversees its implementation for the agency. Additionally, the incumbent will oversee and direct the activities for diversity and inclusion activities for OGS and will be responsible for ensuring that the facilities, services, and programs provided by OGS are culturally relevant and provided in a manner consistent with cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and spiritual norms, beliefs, and values. The incumbent serves as a member of the OGS Executive Leadership Team.

Specific duties of this role will include, but not be limited to, the following :

Leadership and Management :

• Develop and direct OGS' Workforce Diversity and Inclusion plan with a focus on identifying strategies and influencing policies and procedures to advance equity and inclusion as well as improve workplace culture.
• Create and follow a framework guiding diversity and inclusion values in meeting the OGS mission through the OGS 5-year D&I Strategic Plan. The incumbent will lead the implementation of the diversity and inclusion framework across our programs, procedures, policies, training activities, and strategies
• Develop an Agency-wide Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Training Plan / Program and / or developing culturally relevant resources, and workforce development opportunities, including active partnership with OGS Cultural Events & Curatorial, Communications, Procurement, Office of Language Access, Office of Resiliency & Sustainability, Office of Strategic Planning.
• Manage and coordinate reporting responsibilities and data sharing between OGS HR, OGS Diversity Office, and OGS-hosted agency diversity liaisons.
• Partner with OGS HR on various recruitment strategies and employee engagement events.

Office Operations :

Goal Setting, Management, and Support :

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related fields and seven years of progressively responsible experience managing equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion, minority business, employment compliance, human resources, labor relations, or experience managing anti-discrimination programs and / or complex investigations.

Preferred qualifications

Note : Some travel is required. Must possess a valid New York State driver's license.

Additional Comments PLEASE NOTE : This position is temporary pending approval from the Civil Service Commission for permanent appointment.

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

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Name Human Resources / EP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.