Senior Investigator, EEO Title IX Compliance

Houston Community College • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior EEO Title IX Compliance Investigator assists the Director of EEO Compliance in carrying out the College’s EEO and Title IX compliance function. The position investigates and responds to discrimination complaints and oversees statistical and narrative reporting. It monitors employee selection and other personnel and educational processes, including related training.

The investigator supports the establishment, review, and monitoring of compliance programs, plans, policies, and procedures; oversees complaint intake, investigation, informal resolution, formal hearing processes, and training; and investigates alleged discrimination and ADA violations. The role analyzes evidence against College policies and applicable state and federal laws, determines whether violations occurred, and prepares written reports. It also coordinates with College administrators and government investigators when appropriate, advises the College community on equal opportunity, affirmative action, ADA, accommodation, and disability-access matters, and develops and delivers compliance workshops and training. The position may require travel to HCCS campuses and work after hours, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Educational Psychology, Counseling, or another related or compatible field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Human Resources, Compliance, or Student Services, including at least 2 years in compliance, EEO, Title IX, or related areas.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Knowledge of MS Office programs.
• Knowledge of information management systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local civil rights laws and regulations and Title IX.
• Ability to meet the physical and job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodations, including remaining stationary during a shift, moving items weighing up to 25 pounds, positioning to operate job equipment, and applying established protocols in a timely manner.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information using technology devices and communicate with others to accomplish job requirements.
• May be required to work after hours, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or JD.
• Competencies: delivering high-quality work; accepting responsibility; serving customers; supporting organizational goals; driving continuous improvement; acting with integrity; thinking critically; managing change; and communicating effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in establishing, reviewing, and monitoring EEO compliance programs, plans, policies, and procedures for all segments of the College.
• Oversee the EEO complaint function, including intake, investigation, informal resolution, formal hearing processes, and training.
• Investigate alleged discrimination cases by interviewing parties and witnesses and identifying relevant documentary and other evidence.
• Analyze evidence in alleged discrimination cases in relation to HCCS policy and state and federal statutes.
• Determine whether a statutory or policy violation occurred and prepare a written report.
• Coordinate, as appropriate, with College administration and government investigators during external investigations.
• Investigate alleged Americans with Disabilities Act violations and serve as a College resource on ADA interpretation, accommodations, and disability access.
• Advise College administration, faculty, staff, and students when equal opportunity or affirmative action issues arise.
• Attend case review meetings to discuss cases, explore options, and develop investigative plans.
• Interview personnel who can provide information or clarify complaint-related issues.
• Travel to HCCS campuses to give presentations and workshops.
• Coordinate with departments and administrators to develop and direct ongoing compliance workshops, seminars, and training.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and assignments as required.

Benefits

• The College promotes opportunities for employees’ professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

What This Job Offers

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