Deputy Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator
(Administrator I)
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated hiring salary range is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Assistant Vice President of Compliance and Civil Rights, the Deputy DHR Administrator provides strategic and operational leadership for the intake, assessment, and resolution of Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation (DHR) matters.
This position is responsible for overseeing the initial review, preliminary inquiry, jurisdictional assessment, and case determination for all DHR reports, ensuring timely, equitable, and policy-compliant responses. The Deputy DHR Administrator manages complex case processes from intake through outcome, including issuance of formal notices and oversight of investigative quality and compliance.
As a senior leader within OCCR, the Deputy DHR Administrator serves as a highly visible campus resource and trusted point of contact for students, employees, administrators, and campus partners. They will work closely with administrators and university stakeholders to address discrimination-related concerns and ensure compliance with CSU policy and applicable federal and state laws.
This position serves in a leadership role within the Office of Compliance and Civil Rights and requires a regular on-campus presence to perform its duties effectively. The Deputy DHR Administrator routinely engages in sensitive and complex matters that require in-person interaction with complainants, respondents, administrators, and campus partners.
On-campus presence is necessary to conduct intake meetings, preliminary inquiries, and case-related discussions, respond to time-sensitive issues, and maintain visibility and build trust with the campus community in handling sensitive civil rights matters. This position is designated as primarily on-campus, with eligibility for one remote workday per week based on operational needs.
Key Qualifications
- Knowledge of:
- Federal and state laws related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
- CSU DHR policies and procedures.
- Principles of human resources and employee relations or civil rights compliance (including Title VI).
- Case management systems and standard office technologies.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to exercise sound, impartial judgment in highly sensitive matters.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage complex caseloads and competing priorities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse campus stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure compliance with policy and legal standards.
To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field.
- A minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in:
- DHR/EEO/HR or related compliance, and
- Employee relations, workplace investigations, or civil rights investigations.
- Demonstrated experience independently managing and resolving a high-volume caseload of complex discrimination, harassment, retaliation, employee relations, or civil rights matters from intake through resolution, including independent case assessment, jurisdictional analysis, triage, risk assessment, and determination of appropriate resolution strategies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience with Maxient, CaseIQ, or similar case management systems.
- Experience reviewing investigations, making findings, or overseeing case outcomes.
Department Summary
The Office of Compliance and Civil Rights is committed to supporting a safe, welcoming environment for our Bulldog community. This office addresses all issues of discrimination, harassment or retaliation, and enforces University policies including prohibitions against sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating or domestic violence, and stalking. We are committed to providing supportive resources with compassion and in care.
Deadline & Application Instructions
Applications received by July 29, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.
Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.
Please click “” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.
Fresno State
California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.
Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Human Resources Department at (559) 278-2032.
Title IX
Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix
Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification (not listed on the CO job posting template)
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://occr.fresnostate.edu/clery.html.
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Fresno State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [email protected].
Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
COVID19 Vaccination Policy
Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to [email protected].
Mandated Reporter Per CANRA (MPP ONLY if applicable)
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Conflict of Interest (MPP ONLY if applicable)
The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.
CSU Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Background Check Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.
Additional Information
Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)
