Senior Equal Opportunity Specialist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 84,234 - 92,500

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Rice University in Houston, Texas is looking for a Senior Equal Opportunity Specialist. This hybrid role involves overseeing investigations related to discrimination and promoting an inclusive culture. The candidate should possess exceptional communication skills and at least three years of relevant experience.

The salary range is competitive, and the role offers a chance to work within a diverse and supportive environment at one of the nation’s top universities.

Qualifications

Strong experience with Title VI and VII of the CRA, Title IX, ADA/504.
Three or more (3+) years of experience in conducting investigations and mediation.

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring and addressing incidents/complaints related to discrimination.
Investigate and resolve complaints of unlawful discrimination.
Design and deliver antidiscrimination programming for the University.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Excellent organization skills

Good problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

About Rice

Boasting a 300-acre, tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system that supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.

Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in the way we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.

Position Summary

Rice University has a unique and exciting opportunity for a collaborative individual with exceptional interpersonal and analytical skills to become the Senior Equal Opportunity Specialist (SEOS). The next SEOS is solutions-oriented, who takes a proactive approach to building an inclusive culture at all levels of the institution in support of a positive and healthy working environment. The SEOS is responsible for overseeing others and conducting investigations pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct (Title IX), and retaliation complaints. In addition, the SEOS will manage the Rice’s restorative justice program.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Title VI and VII of the CRA, Title IX, ADA/504 and demonstrate knowledge of equal opportunity, human resources, compliance, and other related fields.

Workplace Requirements

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the hiring range is $84,234 - $92,500 annually, depending on skills and experience. Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
- In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Three or more (3+) years of directly related, progressive experience in conducting sexual misconduct/Title IX, discrimination investigations, mediation, restorative justice and other forms of dispute resolution.
- In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail.
Good problem-solving ability.

Preferences

Experience with Title VI and Title VII of the CRA, Title IX, ADA/504
Professional investigation experience in a university setting

Essential Functions

Assist in monitoring and addressing incidents/complaints and overseeing the University's response.
Work with various departments to investigate and resolve complaints of unlawful discrimination which includes interviewing witnesses, analyzing evidence, making determinations, producing reports and, in conjunction with the appropriate administrators, formulating courses of action to address those matters.
Interpret University policies and procedures, and local, state and federal rules and regulations related to EO issues.
Compile and analyze data.
Maintain accurate and compliant case files and databases.
Design and deliver antidiscrimination programming for the University, including delivering ongoing training designed to promote awareness and prevent discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
May schedule, plan, coordinate and organize special events for SEOS.
May prepare, edit and produce publications and reports for the office.
Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

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