Penn State Job Catalog

Additional levels that exist for this job profile can be seen below.

Equal Employment Opportunity Specialists (EEO) work across the University to direct and oversee functions such as equal opportunity, access, and compliance with federal and state laws; conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations of complaints and concerns; ensure that all members of the University community are equally able to engage in their educational and occupational pursuits.

• Collaborate with University partners to ensure fair practices, maintain institutional compliance, and foster a supportive and equitable educational and workplace environment
• Work with partners in the review, assignment, investigation, and resolution of complaints of discrimination/harassment and reports of bias; evaluate evidence, interview witnesses, and document findings thoroughly and impartially
• Communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and other relevant stakeholders, as appropriate
• Ensure the investigation process is timely, fair, and adheres to all relevant legal and institutional standards
• Maintain accurate and confidential records related to investigations, findings, and related documentation
• Collaborate in the review and revision of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and best practices
• Ensure new University policies, programs, and procedures adhere to Equal Opportunity Employment (EEO) principles and continuously monitor for compliance
• Collaborate in the development and provide education and training for University employees to foster a climate of respect, inclusion, and belonging
• Advise on and assist in establishing programs to ensure equal opportunity and access
• Analyze trends or patterns in complaints and investigative findings to identify opportunities for institutional change; prepare and submit reports to leadership
• Maintain advanced knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations for upholding equal employment opportunity

Level:

– Principal Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Displays mastery of defined skill areas/applications, principles, theories and practices. Evaluates and enhances existing practices. Recognizes emerging trends in area of expertise. Works independently on complex or strategic assignments. Directs and delegates appropriate tasks to others. Implements strategies to ensure achievement of initiatives. Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and deliver to broad audiences. Identifies and implements innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Validates and pays invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets and funding
– May plan and forecast budgets

Problem Solving:

– Encounters complex and novel problems
– Applies policies, practices, specialized knowledge, and skills to resolve problems
– Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions
– Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on complex or strategic assignments
– Uses existing practices as guidelines as well as working knowledge to determine specific work methods
– Carries out work activities independently, with supervisor available to resolve problems
– Reviews work of others to verify technical soundness

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates with both internal and external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members and area leads across the University
– Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences
– Establishes and maintains networks to facilitate successful communication among units

• Comp Grade – 14
• Minimum – $97,100.00
• MidPoint – $121,400.00
• Maximum – $145,700.00