Senior Investigator, EEO Title IX Compliance

Houston City College; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Senior EEO Title IX Compliance Investigator at Houston City College supports the Director of EEO Compliance by investigating complaints, analyzing evidence, and reporting findings in alignment with state and federal laws.

You will oversee intake, informal and formal processes, provide training, and coordinate with College administration on internal and external investigations. Travel to campuses for workshops is expected.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Educational Psychology, Counseling or related field is required.
• Master’s degree or JD is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in HR, Compliance or Student Services, with 2+ years in compliance/EEO/Title IX.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Director in establishing and monitoring EEO compliance programs and procedures.
• Oversee EEO case intake, investigation, informal/formal processes and training.
• Interview parties, collect evidence, and analyze data against policies and laws.
• Prepare written reports and coordinate with Administration and external investigators.
• Travel to HCCS campuses to provide presentations and trainings.

Conocimientos

Title IX compliance knowledge

Discrimination investigation

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in related field required

Master’s degree or JD preferred

Herramientas

MS Office Programs

Information Management Systems

Descripción del empleo

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior EEO Title IX Compliance Investigator assists the Director of EEO Compliance in carrying out the EEO and Title IX Compliance function of the College.

Investigates and responds to complaints of discrimination.

Oversees development of statistical and narrative reporting; monitors the employee selection and other personnel, and educational processes including training, as related to EEO and Title IX.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist the Director in establishing, reviewing and monitoring EEO compliance programs, plans, policies and procedures for all segments of the College.

Oversee EEO case complaint function which includes intake, investigation, informal resolution, formal hearing processes, and training.

Investigate alleged discrimination cases by interviewing the complaining and responding parties, determining relevant witness and documentary evidence, and interviewing persons believed to have pertinent factual knowledge of the allegations.

Analyze all evidence in alleged discrimination cases in relation to relevant HCCS policy and State and Federal Statutes.

Conclude whether a violation of the statutes and/or policies has occurred, prepares a written report.

Coordinate as appropriate with College Administration and/or government investigators during an external investigation.

Investigate alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and serve as a resource in terms of interpretation to the College regarding issues related to the ADA, accommodations, and disability access.

Serve as a resource in terms of interpretation to College Administration, faculty, staff and students when equal opportunity/affirmative action issues arise.

Attend case review meetings to discuss cases, explore options, and develop investigative plans.

Conduct interviews with personnel who can provide information or clarify issues directly related to complaints.

Travel to HCCS campuses to give presentations and workshops.

Coordinate with other departments and administrators to develop and direct an on-going series of workshops, seminars, and training associated with institutional compliance.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Educational Psychology, Counseling, or other related/compatible field required
• Master’s degree or JD preferred
• 5 years experience in Human Resources, Compliance, or Student Services, including 2 years in compliance, EEO, Title IX or related areas required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Federal, State and Local Civil Rights Laws and Regulations and Title IX

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with IntegrityThinking Critically
• Managing Change
• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215