Mediator In Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

This position is responsible for implementing and managing the agency's Equal Opportunity/ Non-Discrimination program. This program is mandated by federal and state regulations. The role includes providing guidance and training on program requirements to ensure adherence and compliance. This role is also responsible for overseeing the Equal Opportunity fact-finding investigative process and conducting fact-finding investigations concerning allegations related to Title VII (non-discrimination) complaints for the agency. This position collaborates with other HR managers and team members on employee matters that overlap into the Family Medical Leave Act, Paid Parental Leave, the Americans Disability Act, and Employee Relations matters. This position makes site visits and tours throughout the year.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Oversight and monitoring of the agency's compliance with federal and state non-discrimination regulations, rules, and policies. Conduct, review and write, fact-finding reports, and provide technical assistance to internal stakeholders regarding non-discrimination. Conducts assessments for employee non-discrimination complaints, prepares reports, documents, and resolves employee & management concerns. Maintains statistics, logs, and general record keeping.
Develops and conducts virtual and in-person training of the non-discrimination program. Attends, presents, and represents the non-discrimination at leadership meetings, presentations, and training events. This position prepares Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) position statements and completes the yearly EEOC report. Completes GOEO, and ADOA non-discrimination complaints that are initiated within ADOT. This position collaborates with other HR managers and team members on employee matters that overlap into the Family Medical Leave Act, Paid Parental Leave, the Americans Disability Act, and Employee Relations matters. This position makes site visits and tours throughout the year.
Conducting assessments for employee complaints and discrimination investigations; preparing reports, documents, and resolving employee & management concerns. Conducts mediation and basic case management. Policy and procedure review.

Knowledge of:
-Federal regulations relating to Title VII, ADA,FMLA.
-Employment laws and practices
-Familiarity of functions within employee relations
-Principle and techniques of conducting investigations and investigative interviews in relation to non-discrimination fact-finding.
-Organizational principles of fact-finding and procedures.
-Continuous improvement methodologies and tools
-Mediation and mediation practices
-Case management
-Metrics and dashboards
-Confidentiality
Skill in/with:
-Organization
-Supervision
-Planning and organizing
-Data collections and analysis
-Facilitation of meeting and groups
-Interviewing, fact-finding, and investigation
-Problem Solving
-Developing Policies, Procedure, Templates, Training, and Presentations
-Conflict resolution and coaching
-Strategic thinking and analysis
-Team building
-Computer technology
-Google Workspace
Ability to:
-Read, comprehend, and apply federal and state statutes and regulations, policies and procedures.
-Write clear and concise reports, letters, memo, findings, and any other related documents and written communications.
-Communicate effectively in meetings, facilitate working groups, and work well with internal and external stakeholder groups.
-Effectively manage and supervise staff for results.
-Meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Experience in equal employment opportunity (non-discrimination), compliance, state and federal laws, and other employment laws. Bachelor's Degree in public administration or HR related fields is preferred, or 3-5 years of experience with non-discrimination, supervising employees and directing work of a team.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and  the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.