Investigator, Resolution Services/ Deputy Title IX Coordinator UChicago CARES (The Center for Awareness, Resolution, Education and Support)

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

8d • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Equal Opportunity Programs (EOP), part of the Office of the Provost, has University-wide responsibility that includes coordinating compliance and programs in the areas of Equal Opportunity (EO), Affirmative Action (AA), unlawful discrimination and harassment prevention, accessibility, Veterans and Military-affiliated programs, and federal, state and local non-discrimination laws including Title IX and Title VI. To achieve its goals the EOP works closely with the Office of Legal Counsel, Human Resources, and Campus and Student Life in collaboration with academic and administrative leaders throughout the University. The Investigator, Resolution Services/ Deputy Title IX Coordinator, is a full-time administrative staff position reporting to the Director of Resolution Services/Deputy Title IX Coordinator and indirectly to the Associate Provost for Equal Opportunity Programs/Title IX Coordinator. The Investigator is responsible for investigating complaints of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct and workplace violence under the related University Policies made against faculty, other academic appointees, postdoctoral researchers, and third-parties, as well as partnering with Employee and Labor Relations, as needed, on reports and complaints against staff. The Investigator is a subject-matter expert in investigations and conflict resolution in complex organizational settings, specifically related to federal, state and local non-discrimination laws. The Investigator supports the Director, Resolution Services in the implementation of the University-wide resolution framework under the University’s non-discrimination policies, and day-to-day operations associated with the University’s compliance efforts related to non-discrimination and UChicago CARES core values.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• JD or Master’s degree in a related field.
• Training in non-discrimination compliance, including Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX certification programs strongly preferred.
• Five years work experience conducting investigations related to harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct in the workplace and/or educational setting.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and cases simultaneously in an intense and fast-paced environment, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant laws in a higher education setting (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA/Campus SaVE, FERPA, Clery).
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with absolute discretion.
• Ability to resolve complex problems.
• Leadership, program management, and conflict resolution.
• Judgment and maturity in dealing effectively with student emergencies.
• Ability to consider all points of view with reason, common sense, and empathy and work toward outcomes that resolve the situation and may set precedent for the future.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills to lead and collaborate with a wide range of constituents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document investigations independently, as primary investigator, of complaints made against faculty, other academic appointees, and postdoctoral researchers alleging discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct, or workplace violence, and as needed, those against staff (in partnership with Employee and Labor Relations), under the University’s non-discrimination and harassment policies in compliance with federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws ( e.g. , Title VI, Title VII, Title IX). This includes (but not limited to): drafting determination of applicable policy, party and witness interviews, drafting reports and outcome letters, communicating with leadership and campus partners, consulting with campus partners on complex matters, and coordinating with University-wide Disciplinary Committee, as needed.
• Coordinate hearings of the University-wide Disciplinary Committee pursuant to the University’s non-discrimination and harassment policies.
• Monitors incoming reports and provides initial response to reports as part of CARES response team, on a rotating basis, as needed.
• Proactively prepares, completes and submits all proper documentation and tracking of all investigations, in coordination with Response and Support Services, CARES.
• Analyze and utilize data to design and implement projects related to matters under the related University policies and processes, and work on cross functional teams to advance the development of University policies, processes, and resolution options.
• Coordinates and monitors department compliance with minimal guidance. Proactively prepares, completes and submits all compliance documentation on a routine basis. This work is completed independently and autonomously with minimal guidance.
• Provide confidential counseling and expertise independently to those who feel they have experienced unlawful treatment based on University programs and activities.
• Lead projects as directed by the Executive Director and Associate Provost on related University policy and process development and case management.
• Guides the implementation of compliance activities designated by the University's strategic plans. Monitors University compliance with regulations and laws. Has a deep understanding to develop and administer policies related to affirmative action, non-discriminatory practices for persons with disabilities, and unlawful harassment or sexual misconduct.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
• Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees