Sr. Title VI & Environmental Justice Analyst

BART•BART Headquarters, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

BART's Office of Civil Rights is seeking an experienced civil rights analyst with a strong background in Equal Employment Opportunity, Title VI and Title VII compliance, or experience in analyzing, interpreting, and applying other complex state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. The incumbent will conduct lead analytical work, including but not limited to data gathering and analysis, report drafting with recommended courses of action, survey studies and outreach, under the guidepost of guide professional staff, advise department leadership, and ensure District compliance with federal and state civil rights requirements across BART’s major programs. The analyst will conduct work and assist with complex fare, service, and Title VI analyses; develop datasets and tools to evaluate equity impacts; prepare written assessments; and coordinate with internal partners to implement policy updates and maintain federal/state compliance. The role also manages language access services, oversees translation and interpretation needs, and supports public participation efforts by designing surveys, gathering community input, and executing outreach activities. Additional responsibilities include conducting Title VI and Title VII complaint investigations, representing the unit in meetings with internal and external stakeholders, supporting advisory committee operations, and providing essential administrative support in areas such as procurement, invoice processing, scheduling, and responding to inquiries.

Requirements

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Public Policy, Political Science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
The equivalent of three (3) years of full-time professional verifiable administrative, analytical, policy analysis, or a closely related experience.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with business computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is preferred.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to effectively complete a number of concurrent assignments across a wide range of projects.
Analyze and synthesize information in a concise manner and make recommendations to resolve issues.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare reports and give presentations.
Adaptability and flexibility, and ability to multitask with demanding time frames and determine priorities while adhering to deadlines on multiple or simultaneous projects.
Knowledge of Title VI and Environmental Justice regulations and/or other Civil Rights regulations
Knowledge of Principles and practices of racial and social equity
Knowledge of Related Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Knowledge of Principles and practices of program development and implementation
Knowledge of Community engagement strategies
Knowledge of Language assistance
Knowledge of Methods of administrative, programmatic, procedural, and policy analysis
Knowledge of Methods and techniques of statistical analysis needed to conduct a variety of analytical studies
Knowledge of Software and applications for statistical analysis and data management
Knowledge of Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of report and policy document preparation
Knowledge of Office equipment including computers supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications
Skill/Ability in Performing complex analytical duties
Skill/Ability in Maintaining accurate records and files
Skill/Ability in Preparing and delivering presentations
Skill/Ability in Drafting clear and concise analytical reports and policy documents
Skill/Ability in Collecting, evaluating, and interpreting complex information and data
Skill/Ability in Developing language assistance measures
Skill/Ability in Reviewing and analyzing complex regulatory and compliance documents
Skill/Ability in Interpreting and applying laws, policies, rules, and regulations
Skill/Ability in Analyzing complex problems, identifying alternative solutions, and recommending conclusions
Skill/Ability in Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Skill/Ability in Working independently in the absence of supervision
Skill/Ability in Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Skill/Ability in Operating office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications

Nice To Haves

Experience in investigative practices is preferred but not required.
Experience is preferred in the areas with respect to Title VI analyses and investigating Title VI/Title VII complaints.
A college degree is preferred.
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Conducts Title VI fare, service, and siting equity analyses of all BART projects to determine compliance with Title VI requirements established by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA); collaborates with all BART departments to ensure Title VI compliance.
Implements the District’s Language Assistance Plan (LAP) and monitors the program; serves as a primary contact for translation and interpretation services.
Assists with the review and update to Title VI policies, procedures, and programs; evaluates impact on divisions or departments, as well as external stakeholders; develops implementation plans; recommends and implements modifications.
Assists with the triennial review of the District’s Title VI Program to monitor and report compliance efforts to the FTA.
Develops, implements, and administers Title VI programs; analyzes current and historical trends, including service, fare, and siting cumulative equity impacts, to identify equity risks and make recommendations; prepares and presents reports.
Develops and monitors key performance indicators, including community equity metrics; identifies current equity issues and risks; collects data, including original qualitative data collected through survey design and implementation; analyzes policy and procedural alternatives and makes recommendations.
Implements Title VI public participation and community engagement processes; develops outreach plans for equity analyses, including survey development and scheduling outreach events and meetings/focus groups.
Compiles survey data and public input to qualitatively and quantitatively assess the impacts of proposed changes on BART riders for public participation reports included in equity analyses.
Monitors transit service, fares, and projects through statistical and regression analysis to determine the impacts of current and proposed changes on different demographic groups.
Develops training materials and trains subrecipients on Title VI requirements.
Investigates and responds to Title VI complaints; conducts interviews and gathers facts to assist in the resolution of sensitive issues and inquiries.
Represents the Title VI and Environmental Justice unit at various meetings with other departments, divisions, outside agencies and contractors; communicates projects and activities with others as appropriate.
Supports the District’s Title VI and Environmental Justice and Limited English Proficiency Advisory Committees, including agenda and presentation development, meeting logistics and facilitation, and member recruitment.
Supports in the oversight of general office activities; procures supplies; approves invoices; develops personnel schedules; responds to inquiries.