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Chief Diversity Officer

POSITION DETAILS

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students’ intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member’s ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC’s motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.

The Chief Diversity Officer (“CDO”) reports to the President or his designee. The CDO works closely with the members of the Office of Human Resources and the Office of Legal Affairs and Labor Relations, as well as department chairpersons, faculty members, and administrators. The CDO’s responsibilities include providing guidance, investigative and report analysis and writing, a keen understanding of compliance laws and policies, and conducting College-wide trainings.

The CDO is responsible for overseeing and managing the diversity and compliance staff and activities. The duties and responsibilities for this excluded position will include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Investigate complaints asserted under Title VI, VII, IX, Section 504, federal, state and local Disability Law, CUNY policy and under any other law that prohibits discrimination based on a protected status;

- Serve as Title IX Coordinator, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, and Sexual Harassment Coordinator.

- Ensures the College's compliance with federal, state, and city regulations and University mandates. This includes preparing memoranda, reports and other written material; planning and coordinating educational and training workshops on EEO issues, policies and procedures, and working with external administrative agencies, compliance audits and initiatives.

- Collaborates with the Office of Human Resources to ensure the College's EEO/OFCCP compliance and other applicable matters.

- Monitors the recruitment, appointment, and retention processes for all faculty and staff positions in accordance with University Bylaws and federal and state laws pertaining to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

- Counsels College's administration, faculty, and staff regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmative action policies, procedures and compliance issues and fosters the integration of best practices.

- Oversees the preparation of internal and external reports regarding the College's equal employment opportunity and affirmative action efforts and accomplishments including the federally mandated Affirmative Action Plan.

- Serve as Chief Diversity Officer Liaison to the City University of New York and attends meeting of The City University of New York Chief Diversity Officer Council.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM:

Bachelor's Degree and eight years' relevant experience required.

PREFERRED:

- A minimum of eight years' relevant experience in college or university compliance.

- A record of success in the EEO/diversity arena, including facilitating the resolution of complaints; demonstrable familiarity with regulatory requirements, laws and guidelines, including OFCCP reviews.

- Demonstrated strong cultural competence and emotional intelligence.

- PC computer literacy with various desktop applications; and

- Excellent oral and written communication skills essential.

- JD strongly preferred.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Oversees programs, activities, and initiatives designed to foster a climate that respects pluralism and diversity.

- Develops effective strategies to promote diversity in faculty and staff hiring and actively participates in building strong networks and recruitment sources

- Serves as a key recruiting team member, coordinating recruitment plans, advertising, and selection processes

- Implements the College's Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity policies and ensures compliance with relevant city, state, and federal statutes such as Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, responding to and conducting investigations of non-compliance complaints

- Collects and analyzes data for College and University reports

- Develops and presents training programs and disseminates information related to Diversity, EEO, and other compliance at the College

- Coordinates with University offices to assure consistency of University-wide policies

- Maintains current knowledge and materials related to laws, rules, regulations, and best practices for advancing EEO/Diversity

- Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

For appointments expected to start on or before 8/31/2025:

Salary range is $132,987 - $141,858 commensurate with qualifications, education and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09% with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/1/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=30348ingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service –>Careers

CLOSING DATE

July 23, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

30348

Location

Borough of Manhattan CC