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Deputy Title IX & Equal Opportunity Coordinator
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Position Number: 5895040
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Multicultural Affairs and Affirmative Action

Deputy Title IX & Equal Opportunity Coordinator

About the Opportunity

Summary

Reports to the Assistant Vice President for the Office for University Equity and Compliance (OUEC)/Title IX Coordinator.
The Deputy Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator is responsible for assisting the AVP with the coordination, response, investigation, and resolution of reports asserting violations of the University's nondiscrimination policies.
Serves as the liaison between the OUEC and each campus site within the Global Campus Network.
Oversees the provision of training sessions to University faculty, staff, and students on the university's campuses outside of Boston regarding prevention of and response to discrimination.
Travels to the University's campuses within the Global Campus Network as needed to investigate complaints of discrimination, meet with complainants and respondents, and provide training and education programs to faculty, staff and students.
Collaborates with the AVP to adapt University policy that prohibits discrimination for the Global Campus Network in order to maintain compliance with applicable national and local law.
They are primarily responsible for the prompt, impartial and thorough investigation of allegations of nondiscrimination policy violations, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran or disability status from faculty, staff, and/or students.
Responsible for collecting the relevant facts related to the reported discrimination allegation and, in collaboration with the AVP, assess the steps necessary to support compliance with University policy and applicable state and federal laws.
Maintains a thorough and well-documented investigative process by gathering and documenting evidentiary material. Maintains accurate and thorough records and notes of investigatory process. Develops professionally written, comprehensive, unbiased written reports that include a summary of facts and recommended findings.
Analyzes and logically comes to conclusions and investigative outcomes.
Serves as a point of contact for those seeking information or wanting to report allegations of discrimination.
Acts as a neutral party through all aspects of an investigation and promotes a fair and neutral process for all parties involved.
Advises all parties of their rights and responsibilities.
Assists in creating and implementing internal processes and protocols, continuously measuring effectiveness and efficiency while recommending process improvements.
Assists with the preparation and maintenance of statistical, demographic, and subject matter data related to reports and trends
Promotes organizational compliance with University policy and applicable laws.
Assists in the maintenance of the database used to track discrimination allegations and resolutions.
Establishes timely communication with all parties, including those with a need to know in order to recommend/make appropriate and timely decisions.
Maintains a high level of confidentiality on all office and investigation proceedings consistent with University policy and applicable law.
Communicates and consults regularly with the AVP on updates regarding the status of allegations, complaints received and investigations in progress.
Works collaboratively with key partners in the University community to investigate and resolve complaints filed under applicable University policies, including but not limited to, the Office of General Counsel, Office of the Provost, Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, and the Northeastern University Police Department.
Will keep apprised of new developments and best practices in the fields of discrimination investigations and other relevant federal and state legislation and regulations.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The employee will have demonstrated experience and ability in conducting investigations, composing clear, concise, timely and professionally written investigative reports, managing confidential information, and independently and efficiently managing a significant caseload.
A minimum of two successive years of recent, substantive work experience and ability conducting investigations of discrimination in a higher education, non-profit or other relevant setting. Superior background and training in conducting sensitive and confidential investigations required.
Demonstrated ability to determine and apply the appropriate legal standards in assessing and investigating allegations of discrimination.
Extensive knowledge of the elements of proof for discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation.
Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, superior judgment and analytical skills and neutrality in highly sensitive situations involving allegations of discrimination and Title IX policy violations, including investigations of alleged sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking and relationship or domestic violence.
In depth knowledge of the federal and state laws pertaining to civil rights, discrimination, harassment and affirmative action, as they apply to colleges and universities including the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972 (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (Title II), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title Vi), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 (Title IX), the Jeanne Clery Act of 1990 (Clery Act), the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), all as amended where applicable, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws and requirements.
Tact, discretion, professionalism, maturity and outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are required.
Experience and ability to work successfully in a diverse community required.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships.
Must be able to work independently, collaboratively across the organization, and under the supervision of the AVP.
Bachelor's Degree in higher education administration, law enforcement, criminology, social work, psychology, or related field required. Advanced degree in related fields preferred such as J.D.
Ability to work weekends and evenings and travel (when necessary or assigned).

The expected hiring range for this position is USD $95,130 to USD $134,375, based upon the position's scope and responsibilities.

Position Type

Legal and Regulatory Administration

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

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