Deputy Director for Investigation and Adjudication

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas at Austin is committed to advancing a fair and just campus culture. As part of that commitment, the University created the Department of Investigation and Adjudication (DIA) to investigate allegations of discrimination, harassment, and other prohibited conduct. These claims can involve students, faculty, staff, contractors, applicants, visitors, and other members of the University community. As a neutral investigator, DIA supports the University in fostering a campus environment that is respectful, and free from discrimination and harassment. This role supports the day-to-day operation of the Department of Investigation and Adjudication, working closely with staff, university administrators, and campus stakeholders on issues related to the investigation and adjudication of the University’s Title IX and anti-discrimination policies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Juris Doctor.
• At least four years of experience investigating Title IX, equal employment opportunity compliance, or student conduct matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and experience, including experience drafting or editing legal briefs or investigative reports.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience representing or advising clients on employment discrimination or Title IX matters.
• Experience in a management or leadership position.
• Experience conducting or overseeing compliance investigations for a state agency or institute of higher education.

Responsibilities

• Oversees interviews of all relevant participants associated with complaints and documents the investigative process.
• Oversees the university’s formal position statements in response to charges of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Texas Workforce Commission - Civil Rights Division, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, and the Department of Labor.
• Oversees the writing and editing of memos, notices, and reports.
• Oversees the writing of the first draft of comprehensive investigative reports that accurately summarize all relevant investigative findings.
• Ensures that all evidence is logged and participant interviews are accurately summarized.
• Supports the day-to-day activities of the Department of Investigation and Adjudication, works closely with high-level university administrators and personnel from other university departments, and represents the Associate Vice President for Investigation and Adjudication when necessary.
• Supervises staff responsible for investigating Title VII and Title IX concerns, as well as staff responsible for editing and producing documents.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager