EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SPECIALIST - HUMAN RESOURCES

Cook County Health and Hospitals
$90,678 - $102,612
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Illinois, Chicago
1969 Ogden Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 06, 2024
Job Posting : Nov 5, 2024, 2:06:36 PM Closing Date : Nov 19, 2024, 11:59:00 PM Full-time Posting Salary : $90,678 - $102,612 Organization : Health and Hospital Systems Job Title: Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist Department: Human Resources Location: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Shift: Days This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCHHS Personnel Rules. Job Summary Assists the Equal Employment Opportunity Director in the development and execution of the Cook County Health and Hospitals System's (CCHHS) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program. Primary duties include investigating charges alleging violations of city, county, state and federal EEO laws, ordinances and statutes; developing, updating and interpreting policies and procedures; compiling and analyzing data for the development and maintenance of an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP); overseeing fact-finding conferences; and acting as an impartial mediator between involved parties. Typical Duties Assists in the development and administration of the CCH' EEO Program. Conducts training on EEO and/or diversity to help managers and supervisors understand and prevent discrimination in the workplace. Participates in diversity studies, surveys and questionnaires. Assists in developing, coordinating and preparing statistical data for the AAP including workforce analysis, hiring goals and timetables. Helps prepare EEO 4 Report and other similar reports required by local, state, or federal law. Responds to internal complaints and external charges filed through city, county, state or federal EEO agencies; conducts initial interviews with complainants; interviews witnesses and collects statistical data and other related documents; analyzes all collected information; and drafts investigative reports and or position statements. Prepares and maintains case files of all case related documents in a format that facilitates legal review; updates case management tracking database and keeps the EEO/AAP Director apprised of case progression. Presides over fact-finding conferences and interacts with enforcement agency investigators and officials on behalf of the CCH. Keeps abreast of changes in laws and regulations impacting EEO/AA policy, practices and procedures; research relevant policies, rules and laws (local, state and federal) that apply to cases under investigation. Collaborates with CCH Labor Relations team when received complaints overlap with grievances, arbitrations, or other labor-relations proceedings. Performs other duties as assigned. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Equal Employment Opportunity Director. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or Higher from an accredited college or university. (must provide official transcripts at time of interview) Two (2) years of experience conducting fact-finding and/or investigating EEO complaints and/or developing Affirmative Action Plans. One (1) year of experience facilitating training. Prior experience working with Unions and Collective Bargaining Agreements. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree or JD SPHR or PHR Certification Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of state and federal EEO laws and regulations, as well as information retention and preservation requirements. Knowledge of human resources and management principles. Ability to identify conflicts of interest and promptly resolve the same. Working knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures to conduct internal and external investigations. Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a diverse workforce. Excellent classroom facilitation and presentation skills. Strong project management skills. Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions. VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must: Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?" Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable. OR A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing. If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Basic Term Life Insurance Pension Plan Deferred Compensation Program Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/. Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview. Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH & HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER