Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Director of the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Director of the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination
About the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination:As part of its commitment to fostering a discrimination-free workplace, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is seeking a
Director of the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD).
This office plays a critical role in creating a work environment where employees are protected from all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected categories. The OHPD team monitors compliance with nondiscrimination laws and policies, implements complaint resolution processes, and helps the Laboratory pursue best practices for fostering a discrimination-free work environment. The OHPD’s work emphasizes a commitment to safety, fairness, and trauma-informed practices, and coordinates and monitors the Laboratory’s ethics and EEO compliance activities to build and maintain a culture of accountability in which risk management, assessment, and mitigation are part of all Berkeley Lab business practices and decision making.About the position:Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the OPHD Director oversees the Lab’s investigative functions and ensures compliance with policies related to safety, nondiscrimination, inclusion, and belonging. They provide direct policy and communications expertise, collaborating with senior leadership to identify and resolve systemic issues to mitigate institutional risk. The Director also partners with key offices across the Laboratory to share investigation trends and demographic reporting updates, develop enterprise-wide programs, and/or respond to a variety of issues. The position manages all aspects of the Office, including staff and budget management.In addition, the OPHD Director leads and oversees the Laboratory’s EEO/Whistleblower investigations, alternative resolution, and case management, and compliance with federal EEO/Affirmative Action (U.S. Dept. of Labor’s OFCCP and EEOC), California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Whistleblower Protection Act, the Department of Energy (DOE) Employee Concerns program, and the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination policy. This position also serves as the Laboratory’s Title VII, IX, and EEO Officer, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, and Locally Designated Official.What You Will Do:Lead the implementation of University of California (UC), state, and federal nondiscrimination, non-harassment, and non-retaliation policies and laws.Serve as Berkeley Lab’s Title IX and Title VII Officer and the Laboratory’s designated representative with primary responsibility for investigation of non-discrimination complaints, including Title IX compliance efforts.Oversee implementation and monitoring of Title IX-related and non-discrimination policies, complaint processes and procedures, as well as education and training for the Lab community.Prepare reports for the Department of Energy (DOE), UC, and other government agencies.Partner with Human Resources and the IDEA Office to ensure the Laboratory’s compliance as a federal contractor with its affirmative action program, including annual plan updates, associated audit and reporting systems, data collection, and reporting.Build relationships with key constituencies and stakeholders across the Laboratory.Ensure investigative and alternative resolution processes are effective, timely, efficient, and understandable.Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of risk assessment and ethics and compliance processes; determine avenues for resolution, assess potential liability, and advise managers and supervisors on appropriate corrective and remedial action; identify systemic issues to mitigate institutional risk.Conduct neutral, fact-finding investigations of complex, high-profile complaints when necessary.Conduct compliance and awareness training on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and Whistleblower policy.Manage OPHD staff and budget, ensuring resources and training are available.Work with Berkeley Lab management to promote a culture of accountability, ethics, and compliance. Develop and coordinate policy communications; formulate strategies for education and implementation. Propose changes in policies as needed.What is Required:Bachelor’s degree and 12 years experience in nondiscrimination compliance (e.g., Title IX or Title VII/EEO), overseeing complex investigations of discrimination or federal nondiscrimination law violations; or a combination of equivalent education and experience.5+ years experience leading or supervising professional staff, including managing investigation professionals.Proven leadership and political acumen in managing sensitive investigations in large, complex organizations.Expert in best practices for investigations, including interviewing, evidence analysis, and report writing.Expert in federal/state laws on sexual harassment, including Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, and CA AB1825; advanced knowledge of nondiscrimination laws (e.g., Title VII, WPA, FEHA, ADA, Federal and/or California whistleblower reporting and protection laws).Experienced in responding to requests from the Office for Civil Rights, CA Dept. of Fair Employment and Housing, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.Strong written and oral communication skills.Significant experience interacting with diverse constituents, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a trusted advisor with peers and senior leadership.Skilled in tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, diplomacy, project management and organizational skills, flexibility, and strict confidentiality.Proficient in analyzing and interpreting compliance issues, policies, and data, and analyzing and improving cross-functional practices.Desired Qualifications:Juris Doctor or advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.Experience at a national laboratory or in UC investigations.Experience in fraud investigation or related areas.
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About the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination:As part of its commitment to fostering a discrimination-free workplace, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is seeking a
Director of the Office for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD).
This office plays a critical role in creating a work environment where employees are protected from all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of protected categories. The OHPD team monitors compliance with nondiscrimination laws and policies, implements complaint resolution processes, and helps the Laboratory pursue best practices for fostering a discrimination-free work environment. The OHPD’s work emphasizes a commitment to safety, fairness, and trauma-informed practices, and coordinates and monitors the Laboratory’s ethics and EEO compliance activities to build and maintain a culture of accountability in which risk management, assessment, and mitigation are part of all Berkeley Lab business practices and decision making.About the position:Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the OPHD Director oversees the Lab’s investigative functions and ensures compliance with policies related to safety, nondiscrimination, inclusion, and belonging. They provide direct policy and communications expertise, collaborating with senior leadership to identify and resolve systemic issues to mitigate institutional risk. The Director also partners with key offices across the Laboratory to share investigation trends and demographic reporting updates, develop enterprise-wide programs, and/or respond to a variety of issues. The position manages all aspects of the Office, including staff and budget management.In addition, the OPHD Director leads and oversees the Laboratory’s EEO/Whistleblower investigations, alternative resolution, and case management, and compliance with federal EEO/Affirmative Action (U.S. Dept. of Labor’s OFCCP and EEOC), California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Whistleblower Protection Act, the Department of Energy (DOE) Employee Concerns program, and the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination policy. This position also serves as the Laboratory’s Title VII, IX, and EEO Officer, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, and Locally Designated Official.What You Will Do:Lead the implementation of University of California (UC), state, and federal nondiscrimination, non-harassment, and non-retaliation policies and laws.Serve as Berkeley Lab’s Title IX and Title VII Officer and the Laboratory’s designated representative with primary responsibility for investigation of non-discrimination complaints, including Title IX compliance efforts.Oversee implementation and monitoring of Title IX-related and non-discrimination policies, complaint processes and procedures, as well as education and training for the Lab community.Prepare reports for the Department of Energy (DOE), UC, and other government agencies.Partner with Human Resources and the IDEA Office to ensure the Laboratory’s compliance as a federal contractor with its affirmative action program, including annual plan updates, associated audit and reporting systems, data collection, and reporting.Build relationships with key constituencies and stakeholders across the Laboratory.Ensure investigative and alternative resolution processes are effective, timely, efficient, and understandable.Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of risk assessment and ethics and compliance processes; determine avenues for resolution, assess potential liability, and advise managers and supervisors on appropriate corrective and remedial action; identify systemic issues to mitigate institutional risk.Conduct neutral, fact-finding investigations of complex, high-profile complaints when necessary.Conduct compliance and awareness training on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and Whistleblower policy.Manage OPHD staff and budget, ensuring resources and training are available.Work with Berkeley Lab management to promote a culture of accountability, ethics, and compliance. Develop and coordinate policy communications; formulate strategies for education and implementation. Propose changes in policies as needed.What is Required:Bachelor’s degree and 12 years experience in nondiscrimination compliance (e.g., Title IX or Title VII/EEO), overseeing complex investigations of discrimination or federal nondiscrimination law violations; or a combination of equivalent education and experience.5+ years experience leading or supervising professional staff, including managing investigation professionals.Proven leadership and political acumen in managing sensitive investigations in large, complex organizations.Expert in best practices for investigations, including interviewing, evidence analysis, and report writing.Expert in federal/state laws on sexual harassment, including Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, and CA AB1825; advanced knowledge of nondiscrimination laws (e.g., Title VII, WPA, FEHA, ADA, Federal and/or California whistleblower reporting and protection laws).Experienced in responding to requests from the Office for Civil Rights, CA Dept. of Fair Employment and Housing, and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.Strong written and oral communication skills.Significant experience interacting with diverse constituents, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a trusted advisor with peers and senior leadership.Skilled in tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, diplomacy, project management and organizational skills, flexibility, and strict confidentiality.Proficient in analyzing and interpreting compliance issues, policies, and data, and analyzing and improving cross-functional practices.Desired Qualifications:Juris Doctor or advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.Experience at a national laboratory or in UC investigations.Experience in fraud investigation or related areas.
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