Ada Robinson Perez
Endwell,NY
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director/ADA Coordinator
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Assist with administration of the University's Affirmative Action Program, including data collection, record maintenance, and compliance reporting (Title IX, Title VII)
- Investigate, provide findings, and recommendations on cases of sexual harassment, discrimination, and civil rights violations under EEO policies and laws (Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, and ADEA)
- This included over 200 student and employee bias incident reports between 2021 - 2024 (25% employee cases)
- Under ADA regulations provides policy consultation and coordinates 70+ reasonable accommodation plans for employees with disabilities
- Collaborate with HR, legal counsel, and leadership to mitigate risks and ensure consistent policy enforcement
- Oversee the UDiversity Educational Institute and Office of Equity Access, including supervision of 7 personnel and manages a departmental budget of over $200K
- Lead the implementation of 2 ERGs and planned 10+ employee events as a part of retention and recruitment initiatives, improving the employee engagement for the University
- Compiles and analyzes data under OFCCP guidelines for annual affirmative action plan ensuring compliance
- Mediate workplace disputes for faculty, staff, and students, promoting positive conflict resolution
- Develops curriculum and delivers workshops to over 20 departments with 2,500 participants with topics including; bias response/prevention, employment law, workplace accommodations, cultural competency, and organizational inclusion with excellence
Student Affairs Divisional Diversity Officer
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Liaised between key campus stakeholders and VP of Student Affairs to assess student/employee needs to support the goals of the University's strategic road map goals
- Chaired the Student Affairs Divisional Diversity and Inclusion Committee (SADDI), led Critical Conscious Conversations Committee; Reviewed and approved grants by university departments for DEI initiatives
- Developed an evaluation tool and analyzed data to identify divisional DEI needs, challenges, and strengths
Assistant Professor
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Developed and designed course curriculum for BSW and MSW-level program
- Instruct in person and online course curriculum per CSWE standards
- Participated in academic committees within the department
- Conduct research and received grants for research funding
- Served as student advisor, field liaison, and field supervisor for 125+ BSW/MSW students
- Assisted with admission process for prospective BSW students
Associate Director of Employee Assistance Program
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
03.2015 - 08.2020
- Lead the development and maintenance of EAP efforts focused on supporting a healthy and productive work environment
- Provided operational oversight of the program and supervision of staff
- Served as primary liaison with the university's EAP Committee and NYS EAP, securing $8,000 of grant funding
- Completed assessments and made appropriate referrals of employees
- Provided supervisory consultation on workplace policy adherence and behavioral management
- Maintained knowledge of NYS bargaining units, NYS laws, and university personnel policies
- Developed and facilitated supervisory trainings and employee wellness programs
- Collaborated with campus and community stakeholders to support the University's strategic initiatives
DEI Consultant
Perez Wellness & DEI Consulting
Endwell, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Facilitate focus groups to evaluate the workplace culture to improve promotion, retention, and recruitment of diverse hires
- Assess risk for discrimination and harassment, advising on policy changes to mitigate liability and enhance workplace culture
- Provide individual psychoeducation and wellness coaching to address emotional health needs from a culturally responsive lens
Timeline
Executive Director/ADA Coordinator
Binghamton University
09.2021 - Current
DEI Consultant
Perez Wellness & DEI Consulting
09.2021 - Current
Student Affairs Divisional Diversity Officer
Binghamton University
02.2020 - 05.2021
Assistant Professor
Binghamton University
01.2020 - 01.2021
Associate Director of Employee Assistance Program
Binghamton University
03.2015 - 08.2020