Equal Opportunity & Title IX Investigator

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

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About The Position

This position is in the Human Resources Department's Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX (EO), supporting UNT System. The Equal Opportunity & Title IX (EO/TIX) Investigator is responsible for receiving, triaging, and resolving allegations of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and related retaliation. The EO/TIX Investigator will follow policy based on related employment laws (i.e., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Violence Against Women Act, the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, etc.). This position conducts formal EO/TIX investigations which include Title IX; delivers EO/TIX training across the various campuses; serves as a hearing officer, hearing panel member, or advisor; and partners with departmental and divisional leaders to issue strategic recommendations on a variety of workplace issues related to policy compliance in a way that supports strategic institutional initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Political Science, Public Administration, Law, Human Resources, or a related field and four years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Demonstrated formal EO/TIX investigation skills, investigation report writing, and Title IX adjudication and resolution experience.
Thorough knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations related to EO, ADAAA, FMLA, and DOL programs.
Experience with Title IX compliance, sex-based discrimination, and investigation methodology.
Strong training development, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Problem solving, critical thinking skills, and conflict resolution experience.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently.
Fact finding/investigatory skills, precision listening ability, analytical ability, and independent decision making related to applicable laws and policies.
Knowledge of state and federally mandated reporting requirements.
Serves on various committees, task forces, focus groups, special projects, etc.

Nice To Haves

Extensive understanding of nondiscrimination laws, retaliation, and equal opportunity and Title IX compliance regulations.
Experience serving in a Title IX role (Coordinator, Deputy, Hearing Officer, Hearing Panelist, Advisor, etc.).
Experience with compliance reports and a thorough knowledge of modifications and disability accommodations.
Experience writing EO and Title IX policies and procedures.
Basic human resources generalist knowledge.
Knowledge of Case IQ or other case management systems.

Responsibilities

Performs discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and related retaliation investigations.
Functions as an office point of contact for inquiries and walk-ins.
Consults with leadership as needed to respond to consultations, prepare investigation plans, and make final determinations in investigations.
Reviews all related polices for compliance and submits necessary revisions and recommended best practices.
Works collaboratively with the campus Title IX Coordinators, Academic Affairs, Faculty Affairs, Student Affairs, and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitors timelines and works with other necessary units to ensure timely completion of projects and investigations.
Assists with ensuring compliance and training for statutory and regulatory requirements regarding nondiscrimination, including Title IX and other related System Administration and campus initiatives.
Supports all EO/TIX training programs across campuses and System Administration locations, including anti-discrimination training, sexual misconduct training, and EO and Title IX managerial essentials through in-person or virtual formats.
Independently maintains current knowledge of human resources practices, employment laws, UNT System regulations, policies, and campus policies.
Prepares, edits, and monitors EO/TIX educational materials and the EO/TIX website and web pages for current and accurate data.
Ability to travel to each UNT System entity, as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.