Civil Rights Program Analyst

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Civil Rights Program Analyst to join our Office of Relations, Management and Support at the Oregon Department of Education. This is a permanent position represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). This position follows a hybrid work model. Onsite presence will be required when business or operational needs are best supported in person, such as collaboration, training, or work that requires access to onsite resources. Employees approved to work remotely must have a reliable and secure internet connection and maintain a professional work environment that supports productivity. While working remotely, employees are expected to maintain the same level of performance, responsiveness, communication, and availability as they would in the office. What you will do! The primary purpose of this position is to administer the state’s Methods of Administration (MOA) Program pursuant to requirements of the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights by identifying, investigating, and monitoring identified districts for compliance with State and Federal civil rights laws. Each year high school systems and community colleges are targeted for on-site or virtual desk audit reviews, as required by the United State Department of Education. Comprehensive reviews are conducted to prevent discrimination and ensure equal access to programs, courses, and information for each Oregon student. This position offers a unique opportunity to do work that truly matters. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team across the Civil Rights Unit while playing a direct role in positively impacting the lives of K-12 students throughout Oregon.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years experience coordinating or administering a program OR; Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.

Nice To Haves

• A strong background in state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination including Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and/or Oregon non-discrimination (ORS 659.850).
• Ability to establish effective relationships with culturally diverse partners and community groups representing a variety of perspectives and lived experiences.
• Strong communication skills including speaking, writing, and presenting.
• Experience conducting investigations, reviewing schools or other organizations, and/or conducting critical analyses.
• A demonstrated ability to provide technical assistance and support on civil rights to school districts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and coordinating of targeted on-site reviews of school districts and community colleges based on the Oregon Methods of Administration Plan.
• Collect and review program documentation and evidence from school districts and community colleges, including observations; oral and written response; witness testimony and statements; correspondence; school, district, and college policies and procedures related to administration, grievance, and complaint procedures, admissions, facility accessibility, services for students with disabilities or Emergent Bilingual / English Learner students and families, counseling/advising procedures, and work study and social media records; and other relevant documents, information, and physical evidence in investigations.
• Provide technical assistance and training to school districts, parents, CTE Regional Coordinators, community colleges, and other impacted education and community partners regarding civil rights reviews.
• Work with teams across the agency to infuse equity provisions specific to civil rights into statewide school improvement and reform initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level