The Investigator, Resolution Services/ Deputy Title VI and Title IX Coordinator

University of Chicago•Hyde Park, IL

8d•Onsite

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), unlawful discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct response and prevention, accessibility and compliance with ADA/504, Veterans and Military-Affiliated programs, and federal, state and local non-discrimination laws including Title VI and Title IX. 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 VI and IX Coordinator, is a full-time administrative staff position reporting to the Director of Resolution Services/Deputy Title VI and IX Coordinator and indirectly to the Associate Provost for Equal Opportunity Programs/Title VI and IX Coordinator. The Investigator is responsible for investigating complaints under University policies made against faculty, other academic appointees, postdoctoral researchers, and third parties. The Investigator partners with a number of campus partners, including Employee and Labor Relations, Campus and Student Life, Lab School, and the University of Chicago Medical Center. 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 and youth protection policies, and day-to-day operations associated with the University and Lab School 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 strongly preferred.
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 or in partnership, as primary investigator, of complaints made against faculty, other academic appointees, and postdoctoral researchers alleging discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct, consensual relationships violations, or workplace violence, and as needed, those against staff (in partnership with Employee and Labor Relations).
In partnership with the Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Lab School, or Lab Human Resources, provide response to reports and investigate complaints under the related Lab School policies and 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) or Illinois State Board of Education regulations for bullying.
Prepare position statements in response to agency complaints, including but not limited to the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission and the Illinois Department for Human Rights.
Serve as a lead on drafting notification letters, 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 the University-wide Disciplinary Committee.
Assist with the development and monitoring of the University’s youth protection program and administration of the University Policy on the Safety of Minors on campus, including advising on mandated reporting responsibilities, reviewing and consulting on registrations for youth service programs, and assisting with the development of related trainings and outreach initiatives.
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.
Lead projects as directed by the Director and Associate Provost on related University policy and process development and case management, including coordinating the provision of annual training for the UWDC and contributing to the development of the annual required training program.
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.
Proactively prepares, completes and submits all compliance documentation on a routine basis.
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 non-discriminatory practices for persons with disabilities, and unlawful harassment or sexual misconduct.
Performs other related work as needed.