Equal Opportunity Specialist - (496421 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,300 - 83,300; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a professional for the Equal Opportunity Services department in Houston, Texas. This role involves developing and administering EO policies and resolving complaints of discrimination.

Ideally, candidates should have a four-year degree and relevant experience, with a focus on anti-discrimination programming and legal compliance. The position also requires a thorough understanding of related regulations and the ability to deliver training.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of EO policies.
• One year of directly job-related experience is required.
• Education may be accepted in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt resolution of complaints of unlawful discrimination.
• Interpret policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Investigate and resolve discrimination complaints through various actions.
• Design and implement anti-discrimination training and programming.
• Provide accommodation assistance consistent with the ADA.

Skills

Understanding of EO policies and procedures

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

4-year college degree in a related field

J.D. preferred

Job description

Department

Department: Equal OpportunityServices

Salary

Salary: $65,300 - $83,300

Description

Performs professional work involved in the development and administration of the equal opportunity (EO) policies and procedures of the University of Houston System and the University of Houston Office of Equal Opportunity Services (EOS).

Responsibilities

1. Provides prompt and equitable resolution of complaints of unlawful discrimination, including sexual misconduct.
2. Interprets University policies and procedures, and local, state and federal rules and regulations related to EO issues.
3. Investigates and resolves complaints of unlawful discrimination which includes interviewing witnesses, analyzing evidence, drafts investigative reports and in conjunction with the appropriate administrators, implements courses of action to address those matters.
4. Designs, implements, and delivers anti-discrimination programming for the University, including delivering ongoing training designed to promote awareness and prevent sexual misconduct, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
5. Provides access and accommodation assistance for students and employees with pregnancy-related conditions and/or disabilities consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
6. May schedule, plan, coordinate and organize special events for the EOS.
7. May prepare, edit and produce publications for the EOS.
8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MQ: Education; Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience.

J.D. preferred.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

Additional Information

All positions at the University of Houston System are security-sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.