"University Executive Director, The Center for Inclusivity and Equal Opportunity"

POSITION DETAILS

The Center for Inclusivity and Equal Opportunity (the "Center") was established by the Board of Trustees and the Chancellor of The City University of New York ("CUNY" or the "University") in June 2024 as part of CUNY’s ongoing efforts to combat hate, discrimination, and harassment within CUNY, and to strengthen CUNY’s efforts to foster understanding between diverse constituencies and communities. Under the leadership of the Executive Director, the Center will be responsible for: creating and customizing awareness and prevention programming; updating and developing University policies governing complaints of discrimination and harassment, including complaints falling under Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and related federal, state, and city civil rights laws; maintaining CUNY’s compliance with relevant federal, state, and city civil rights laws, including applicable reporting requirements; providing orientation and educational training to students, faculty, and staff; ensuring policies reflect best practices and are implemented uniformly throughout CUNY; monitoring data and emerging trends; and collaborating with CUNY stakeholders.The Executive Director of the Center will report jointly to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Strategy and Policy Implementation and to the Chancellor.

The Executive Director will be responsible for the Center providing centralized guidance to all 26 CUNY campuses on addressing and preventing discrimination and harassment, managing incident reporting and resolution and promoting a campus climate of belonging and respectful dialogue.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversight of CUNY’s Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Report Processing System to ensure standards and consistency for complaint resolution across campuses.
• The Executive Director will oversee the structure, team, and process for the review of report system investigations conducted by individual campuses, which includes identifying if investigation findings implicate Title VI, Title VII, or Title IX.
• Oversee data analytics related to complaint reporting and resolutions.
• In partnership with the Office of the General Counsel and other relevant stakeholders, ensure systemwide compliance with related federal, state or city laws and regulations related to discrimination and harassment. This includes, but is not limited to, judgments, agreements, or recommendations with government agencies and offices.
• Review, update, and administer systemwide policies related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, including conduct falling under Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and related federal, state, and city civil rights laws, to ensure they reflect best practices.
• Oversight of related trainings for all relevant CUNY students, faculty, and staff; ensure trainings are conducted regularly and comprehensively across campuses. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Annual orientation and training of all University personnel, including Chief Diversity Officers and their offices on how to properly conduct investigations
  • Onboarding training for all newly hired Chief Diversity Officers and their staff
  • Annual training for Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX officers and supporting staff
  • Annual training for the Chancellor’s cabinet and all Presidents and Deans on the University’s nondiscrimination and Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX policies.
• Develop and implement programming, education, and dialogue that fosters respectful discourse and promotes inclusivity, learning, and understanding.
• Collaborate with the CUNY communications department to ensure consistent messaging and information sharing about Center initiatives related to Center policies, procedures, and programming.
• Work with CUNY’s Office of Applied Research, Evaluation, and Data Analytics (OAREDA) issuing surveys on campus climate or other related topics.
• Hire, structure, and manage a team to fulfill the responsibilities and mission of the Center.
• Perform any other related duties enabling CUNY to create a safe and welcoming environment free from discrimination and harassment related to Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX at CUNY.

NOTE:

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Law, Human Resources, Education, Social Sciences).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in higher education administration or a related field.
• Proven experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local laws related to discrimination and harassment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in data analysis and using data to inform policy and practice.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle sensitive and complex issues with discretion.
• Experience effectively managing teams in a cross-functional environment
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment.
• Ability to develop and implement effective training and educational programs.

CUNY TITLE

University Assistant Administrator

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $194,000 - $204,000, commensurate with credentials, education, and experience.

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 meet 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=31676&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings

CLOSING DATE

February 21, 2026.