Senior Coordinator for Equal Opportunity

University of Central Oklahoma•Edmond, OK

2d•$60,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing day-to-day responsibilities associated with the University’s Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, Employee Relations, and ADA investigations, annual training with a particular emphasis on investigating allegations of sexual assault, sexual harassment, relationship violence, and stalking allegations against students, as well as any employee grievances and any ADA grievances. This position will assist with trainings and presentations for the campus community and assist with planning of departmental trainings and events. This position will be responsible for the management of student interns. This position may work occasional nights and weekends to support the operational need of the office and the university.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in job related field plus 3+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and evidence of success in working with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Ability to effectively communicate with campus community, including domestic and international students, to support an inclusive campus environment.

Nice To Haves

Investigative experience in such areas as student conduct, education law, equal opportunity/affirmative action, human resources, or other related fields.
Professional experience conducting investigations preferred, investigation experience in a college setting.
Training in trauma-informed investigation techniques.
Experience working with college students, campus compliance, and the student conduct process.
Title IX related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization.

Responsibilities

Investigations & Case Management: Responsible for investigating Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, Employee Relations and ADA cases.
Responsible for conducting prompt and thorough investigations for allegations brought against students, faculty, and staff related to sex and gender discrimination including allegations of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking, as well as employee grievances and ADA grievances.
Identify and interview parties and witnesses, gather and secure relevant documentation and evidence.
Act as an impartial party in the investigation and provide a detailed, unbiased, high quality summary investigative report.
Assist in the Employee Relations process by conducting investigations, reviewing performance evaluations, and participating in exit interviews.
Work collaboratively with campus offices and community partners to resolve complaints and maintain accurate records of investigations.
Assist in the implementation of case management and supportive accommodations for students not seeking a formal complaint process.
Participate in on-going training required by state and federal law.
May assist with implementing ADA accommodations as needed.
Training, Programming, and Outreach: Assist with identifying training, prevention, education, and outreach needs for the campus community based on both current trends and state and federal law requirements.
Assist with the development of training, prevention, education, and outreach efforts for the campus community.
Assist with the implementation and assessment of training, prevention, education, and outreach efforts for the campus community.
Present on topics related to Title IX, Title VII and ADA to the campus community.
Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, Employee Relations & ADA Administration: Assist with administrative responsibilities and reporting relating to federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, Employee Relations, ADA, the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, and sexual violence.
Implement best practices and relevant and/or required changes into campus processes and responsibilities.