INSTITUTIONAL TITLE IX AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INVESTIGATOR
Brownsville, Texas
Employer: The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7831
Working Title
INSTITUTIONAL TITLE IX AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INVESTIGATOR
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Brownsville, Texas
Department
Title IX & Equal Opportunity
FTE
1
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
Supports the Chief Equal Opportunity & Title IX Officer at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley by performing fact-gathering and investigative functions primarily related to discrimination, equal opportunity, sexual misconduct, and retaliation complaints by employees, students, and others protected under state or federal civil rights and anti-discrimination laws.
Description of Duties
• Conducts and assists the Chief Equal Opportunity & Title IX Officer in executing UTRGV's prompt, effective and equitable response to complaints of discrimination and harassment.
• Implements formal and informal resolution procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and UTRGV policies and adheres to the established standards.
• Conducts intakes, inquiries and investigations of alleged violations of UTRGV policies, rules, and regulations regarding discriminatory behavior of Title VII , Title IX and/or Violence Against Women Act ( VAWA ).
• Develops, coordinates, organizes, conducts and evaluates departmental and other University trainings, workshops and outreach programming related to equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, accessibility and the prevention of sexual misconduct in compliance with policy, federal and state law, such as Title VII , Title IX, VAWA , and Clery for the UTRGV community.
• Contacts, schedules and interviews complainants, respondents and witnesses and verifies information to determine facts.
• Provides information regarding available campus and community resources, assigns interim measures to remedy complaints, and counsels as to appropriate reporting and corresponding options to achieve a resolution.
• Reviews and maintains evidence and documents for use in administrative investigations.
• Evaluates and summarizes investigative findings.
• Prepares investigation files, correspondence, and administrative reports to determine investigative findings.
• Prepares and presents information to appropriate Campus Administrator to implement disciplinary action as required by investigative findings.
• Collaborates with appropriate Campus Administrator to prepare cases for administrative hearings; presents testimony and evidence.
• Reviews investigative techniques and recommends improvements as appropriate.
• Collaborates with other university offices in the development and implementation of University initiatives regarding Title VII , Title IX, and VAWA .
• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of Title VII , Title IX and VAWA activities.
• Gathers relevant documentation and maintains accurate, consistent, and detailed records on assigned cases.
• Maintains and monitors data related to complaints and investigative activities and provides periodic and annual reports as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
J.D. or other advanced degree.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in an investigative, legal, student conduct, human resources or related field.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge, training, and/or experience conducting Title IX or EEO investigations. Knowledge of federal laws and other legal issues related to higher education.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is generally performed in an office or classroom environment. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require a regular presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Must possess effective interpersonal communication and interviewing skills. Advanced oral and written communication skills. Superior analytical, critical thinking and report writing skills. An investigative mindset and demeanor, including the ability to conduct difficult interviews regarding sensitive subject matter. Ability to handle confidential data and documents with sensitivity and tact. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to build positive and effective relationships across campus and university community.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
09/30/2024
Grant Funded Position
No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44480
Posting Supplemental Questions
Position Information
Posting Number
SRGV7831
Working Title
INSTITUTIONAL TITLE IX AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INVESTIGATOR
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Brownsville, Texas
Department
Title IX & Equal Opportunity
FTE
1
FLSA
Exempt
Scope of Job
Supports the Chief Equal Opportunity & Title IX Officer at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley by performing fact-gathering and investigative functions primarily related to discrimination, equal opportunity, sexual misconduct, and retaliation complaints by employees, students, and others protected under state or federal civil rights and anti-discrimination laws.
Description of Duties
• Conducts and assists the Chief Equal Opportunity & Title IX Officer in executing UTRGV's prompt, effective and equitable response to complaints of discrimination and harassment.
• Implements formal and informal resolution procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and UTRGV policies and adheres to the established standards.
• Conducts intakes, inquiries and investigations of alleged violations of UTRGV policies, rules, and regulations regarding discriminatory behavior of Title VII , Title IX and/or Violence Against Women Act ( VAWA ).
• Develops, coordinates, organizes, conducts and evaluates departmental and other University trainings, workshops and outreach programming related to equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, accessibility and the prevention of sexual misconduct in compliance with policy, federal and state law, such as Title VII , Title IX, VAWA , and Clery for the UTRGV community.
• Contacts, schedules and interviews complainants, respondents and witnesses and verifies information to determine facts.
• Provides information regarding available campus and community resources, assigns interim measures to remedy complaints, and counsels as to appropriate reporting and corresponding options to achieve a resolution.
• Reviews and maintains evidence and documents for use in administrative investigations.
• Evaluates and summarizes investigative findings.
• Prepares investigation files, correspondence, and administrative reports to determine investigative findings.
• Prepares and presents information to appropriate Campus Administrator to implement disciplinary action as required by investigative findings.
• Collaborates with appropriate Campus Administrator to prepare cases for administrative hearings; presents testimony and evidence.
• Reviews investigative techniques and recommends improvements as appropriate.
• Collaborates with other university offices in the development and implementation of University initiatives regarding Title VII , Title IX, and VAWA .
• Recommends new policies and procedures for improvement of Title VII , Title IX and VAWA activities.
• Gathers relevant documentation and maintains accurate, consistent, and detailed records on assigned cases.
• Maintains and monitors data related to complaints and investigative activities and provides periodic and annual reports as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
May supervise assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
J.D. or other advanced degree.
Licenses/Certifications
None.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in an investigative, legal, student conduct, human resources or related field.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge, training, and/or experience conducting Title IX or EEO investigations. Knowledge of federal laws and other legal issues related to higher education.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is generally performed in an office or classroom environment. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require a regular presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Must possess effective interpersonal communication and interviewing skills. Advanced oral and written communication skills. Superior analytical, critical thinking and report writing skills. An investigative mindset and demeanor, including the ability to conduct difficult interviews regarding sensitive subject matter. Ability to handle confidential data and documents with sensitivity and tact. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to build positive and effective relationships across campus and university community.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date
09/30/2024
Grant Funded Position
No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link
https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44480
Posting Supplemental Questions
Created: 2024-10-01
Reference: SRGV7831
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Brownsville
ZIP: 78521