Chief Diversity Officer

NY HELP No Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Chief Diversity Officer Occupational Category Administrative or General Management Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $127507 to $160911 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 25% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address 625 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Duties Description The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, which were visited by 88.3 million people in 2024. The mission of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner for Finance and Administration, the Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) will lead OPRHPu2019s efforts to embed Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA) into its culture, policies, and practices. The CDO will serve as a change agent and strategic advisor, fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the diverse communities that OPRHP serves. In addition, the Chief Diversity Officer will:u2022 Champion and implement the agencyu2019s DEIA Strategic Plan.u2022 Advise leadership on DEIA-related policy, compliance and cultural transformation.u2022 Lead initiatives that promote inclusive hiring, retention, and advancement practices.u2022 Oversee and develop employee resource groups, mentorship programs and DEIA training.u2022 Serve as a senior advisor to executive leadership on embedding equity-centered practices in budgeting, hiring, procurement, capital planning and resource allocation.u2022 Collaborate with Executive Staff to integrate equity impact assessments into grantmaking and capital investment decisions.u2022 Monitor and report on the distribution of funding to ensure transparency and alignment with DEIA goals.u2022 Partner with Regional Park Directors and community organizations to create culturally responsive programming that reflects the diversity of New Yorku2019s residents.u2022 Partner with Executive Staff to ensure that interpretive and educational programs reflect inclusive narratives including Indigenous history, environmental justice, and the contributions of marginalized communities.u2022 Expand initiatives like u201cConnect Kids to Parksu201d and u201cConnect Kids to Swimmingu201d to include multilingual outreach, adaptive recreation and intergenerational programming.u2022 Develop and maintain equity dashboards to track progress of DEIA goals across hiring, contracting, programming and public access.u2022 Facilitate community listening and stakeholder advisory groups to inform policy and program design.u2022 Publish regular DEIA impact reports that highlight successes, challenges and future commitments.u2022 Assist the Commissioner, Executive Deputy Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners, and other staff in developing, preparing, and coordinating internal and external communications, metrics, reports, or other projects, as directed. Minimum Qualifications Bacheloru2019s degree and seven years of relevant experience. Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associateu2019s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bacheloru2019s degree; J.D. or masteru2019s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.Preferred Qualifications:A bacheloru2019s degree in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Cultural Studies, Public Administration, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field is preferred.New York State government experience with progressively responsible experience in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) leadership, cultural change or policy development. Excellent organizational, administrative, and communications skills, both oral and written; experience in the management and oversight of daily operations and staff, with demonstrated leadership skills, such as the ability to mentor and motivate and the ability to work with and build consensus among multiple stakeholders. Deep knowledge of DEIA principles, organizational change and inclusive leadership.Demonstrated success in implementing DEIA strategies within public, non-profit, or large organizational settings. Additional Comments Salary within the posted range will be commensurate with experience. This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. All exempt appointments require completion of a background check prior to appointment, and completion of an annual Financial Disclosure Statement. Incumbents serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority, and the employment relationship can be altered at any time by either party. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:Paid Time Off:u2022 M/C: 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.u2022 M/C: Eligible for professional leave to participate in professional development, but at the supervisoru2019s discretion.Health Care Benefits:u2022 Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.u2022 Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefits:u2022 New York State Employeesu2019 Retirement System (ERS) Membershipu2022 NYS Deferred Compensationu2022 Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bondsu2022 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)u2022 Paid Parental / Family LeaveTo learn more about our benefits, visit: Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources Bureau Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street 625 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. These documents must be received by February 5, 2026, and may be submitted via email to . Please include u201cChief Diversity Officeru201d in the subject line of your email. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

Created: 2026-01-26