Overview:
Job Description Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.
We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.
Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.
The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.
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Administers, coordinates and performs compliance responsibilities for Title VI, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Prevailing Wage programs under the Davis-Bacon Act on behalf of Fort Bend County, and the Fort Bend County Internal Compliance Program.
Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.
Responsibilities:
Coordinates and monitors Fort Bend County compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines that prohibit discrimination, specifically Title VI, ADA and Davis-Bacon.
Oversees prevention efforts to avoid civil rights violations.
Develops and posts communication on complaint procedures and provides related forms for anyone who alleges discrimination or harassment, or violates prevailing wage requirement for federally funded or non-federally funded project as required.
Conducts and coordinates, with the County Attorneys Office and other relevant departments, investigation of Title VI, ADA, and Davis-Bacon complaints according to Fort Bend County complaint procedures including interviews, review of documents and other duties, as required.
Facilitates implementation of County policies and procedures to comply with Title VI, the ADA, and the Fort Bend County Internal Compliance Program.
Recommends and coordinates revisions to County policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current requirements under state and federal civil rights laws.
Posts and updates notices and communications to ensure appropriate publication of nondiscrimination statements for all protected classes.
Develops communication strategies to fully inform County employees and officers of nondiscrimination statements and policies.
Provides ongoing training to staff and elected officials on civil rights requirements, responsibilities, complaint process, policies & procedures.
Responds to public requests for accommodations to ensure equal access to government services.
Receives and responds to inquiries from employees and members of the public regarding Countys compliance with civil rights requirements and internal compliance assurances.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent experience & education or certification in civil rights and discrimination compliance.
Three years of experience coordinating and monitoring compliance with Federal and State mandated regulations such as Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, ADA and Davis-Bacon Act.
Sufficient working knowledge of requirements under civil rights laws, regulations and guidance, as well as knowledge of ADA laws.
Strong organizational skills along with strong interpersonal skills, training skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
Valid Drivers License.
SALARY: $72,238.40 Min to $90,313.60 Max/ annually based on qualifications CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit fbctx.gov/comply
To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at fortbendcounty.jobs Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.
FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.