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+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Senior Equity Specialist | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | The Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) at the University of Notre | | Dame is dedicated to fostering a campus environment that is | | inclusive, respectful, and compliant with all federal and state laws | | and university policies. We are committed to addressing issues of | | harassment, discrimination, and retaliation, and promoting a culture | | of equity and fairness for all members of our university community. | | As a Senior Equity Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring | | compliance with relevant federal and state laws, as well as | | university policies, while managing day-to-day responsibilities | | associated with Title IX, TitleVII, and other regulatory complaints | | of harassment and discrimination. Reporting directly to the Director | | of Response and Resolution, you will work closely to uphold a fair | | and neutral process for all parties involved. | | Key Responsibilities: | | | | - Serve as the primary investigator for cases alleging | | discriminatory and sexual harassment, including but not limited | | to sexual assault, sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic | | violence, stalking, and conduct that creates a hostile | | environment. | | - Develop investigation plans for each assigned case to gather | | relevant evidence. | | - Conduct interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses, | | ensuring a prompt, fair, and neutral process throughout. | | - Maintain accurate and thorough records of the investigatory | | process, including file preparation and documentation. | | - Prepare comprehensive written investigative reports that identify | | issues, summarize evidence, and make findings. | | - Provide periodic updates on the status of complaints and | | investigations to appropriate staff. | | - Receive and process inquiries and complaints from the campus | | community and third parties, ensuring a fair and neutral process | | for all parties involved. | | - Collaborate with other campus offices to coordinate and execute | | the university's response and investigation of complaints in | | accordance with university policy and procedure. | | - Assist in conducting campus trainings on sexual and | | discriminatory harassment. | | - Assist with the annual review of policies and procedures to | | identify and integrate best practices in the investigation and | | case management process. | | - Assist with the development and implementation of a comprehensive | | university training program for students, faculty, and staff. | | | | Be part of a team that is committed to creating a campus environment | | where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered. Your | | expertise and dedication will play a crucial role in shaping a | | brighter future for our university community. Apply today and embark | | on a rewarding career path with us at University of Notre Dame! | +------------------------------------------------------------------ ----+ | - Bachelor's Degree with a preference for a JD. | | - Minimum 2+ years of progressively responsible experience in a | | related field | | - Knowledge and direct experience with issues related to | | discriminatory harassment, sexual harassment, and gender based | | violence | | - Knowledge and direct experience with mediation, alternate dispute | | resolution, and/or restorative justice practices. | | - Experience interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses. | | - Ability to engage in complex issue-spotting and problem-solving. | | - Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal and | | relationship management skills, and organizational and computer | | skills. | | - Ability to remain neutral and maintain a high degree of | | confidentiality. | | - Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws and | | policies. | | - Ability to devise and implement procedures for the conducting of | | investigations and case management. | | - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple | | priorities while meeting deadlines. | | - Knowledge of and direct experience working with diverse | | populations, counseling skills, and interpreting federal | | regulations | | - Ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse | | populations with cultural competence and sensitivity. | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Office of Institutional Equity (10125) | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | oie.nd.edu | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | HR / Institutional Equity | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | EIC 3 Specialist | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Up to $80,000 | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Semi-Monthly | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | S1 - FT Exempt | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Administrator/Professional | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Full-time | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ |