Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity & Access — Policy

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking an Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity and Access to lead investigations and oversee case management within the Office for Equal Access. The role involves confidential handling of discrimination matters, training, data tracking, and cross-office collaboration to promote non-discrimination across campus.

The incumbent will review investigation reports for thoroughness, mentor staff, and ensure alignment with policies while maintaining sensitive confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 60 months of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of workplace and higher education non-discrimination laws, programs, and efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to professionally, timely, and effectively conduct complex discrimination and harassment investigations and to evaluate fact patterns in light of applicable policies, identifying issues and determining responsibility.
• Demonstrated exceptional report-writing skills.
• Ability to represent the Director in highly sensitive matters.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and mediation skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with EOA Director, responsible for assignment, oversight, and initial management of caseload for investigators.
• Responsible for conducting investigations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in accordance with applicable policies and processes.
• Serve as the initial reviewer of investigation reports drafted by EOA staff, reviewing for thoroughness, clarity, consistency, and alignment with applicable policies and processes before further review or finalization.
• Maintains the EOA internal case management system and captures case data in partnership with Equal Access staff.
• Responsible for tracking and reporting departmental data trends for reports, complaints, and investigations.
• Serves as the EOA Director’s designee in the Director’s absence.
• In coordination with the EOA Director, analyzes and proposes solutions to highly sensitive issues requiring heightened political acumen and conflict resolution skills.
• Reviews policies and processes to support continuous improvement and alignment with best practices.
• Partners closely with the Title IX Office; Student Access Office; Student Affairs; Division of People, Culture and Belonging; Office of Faculty Affairs; and Office of General Counsel.
• Assists the EOA Director in developing team goals, including long-term strategic planning.
• Coaches and advises faculty and staff concerning Vanderbilt non-discrimination and related policies.
• Provides training for students, staff, and faculty on EOA-related matters, and assists Equal Access staff in developing EOA-related training content.
• Interacts with and advises campus constituents on employment-related EOA compliance matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Investigations experience

Report writing

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

Job description

Vanderbilt University is seeking an Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity and Access to lead investigations and oversee case management within the Office for Equal Access. The role involves confidential handling of discrimination matters, training, data tracking, and cross-office collaboration to promote non-discrimination across campus.

The incumbent will review investigation reports for thoroughness, mentor staff, and ensure alignment with policies while maintaining sensitive confidentiality