at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job ID49656
LocationEvanston, Illinois
Department: Civil Rights & Title IX Compl
Salary/Grade: EXS/15
Job Summary
Provides University-wide leadership in addressing and preventing discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct (including sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault) under applicable Northwestern University policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
The Senior Director for Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance/ Deputy Title IX Coordinator ("Sr. Director") serves on the leadership team for the University's Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance and reports to the Associate Vice President for Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.
The Sr. Director works collaboratively with the senior administration and other campus offices, including Office of General Counsel, Office of Human Resources, Division of Student Affairs and Office of the Provost and leads and participates in university-wide committees as assigned; educates senior leaders, managers, employees and students on appropriate policies and processes; interprets EEO laws, Title IX, and other applicable laws and regulations for faculty, staff, and students.
The Sr. Director oversees the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance response to complaints and concerns involving discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct, including the investigative processes for those matters and various other initiatives. In addition to providing leadership and oversight in the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, the Sr. Director is responsible for developing, administering, and monitoring the University's compliance strategies, and developing strategic partnerships (internal and external) with key University leaders, managers, community leaders and other stakeholders to realize the University's vision for access, equal opportunity and inclusion.
Cover letter required for consideration
Position Overview
Report Response and Resolution
Supervise investigators and oversee complaint investigation and response for reports of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct, ensures that investigations are comprehensive, neutral, and consistent with the University's policies. Communicates investigative findings and collaborates regarding appropriate resolution and remediation with the Office of General Counsel, the Office of the Provost or the appropriate deans on faculty issues, the Office of Human Resources on staff issues, and the Division of Student Affairs on student issues.
Activities include but are not limited to:
Supervising a team of investigators responsible for discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation investigations.
Providing students, staff and faculty with information pertaining to the University's sexual misconduct, nondiscrimination and nonretaliation policies.
Assessing and evaluating reports of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct to determine whether they fall within the purview of University Policies.
Coordinating educational responses, including one on one responses and broad educational programming for students, staff and faculty.
Providing students, staff and faculty with information related to policies, procedures and options, apprising them of EEO laws, and providing appropriate support as needed. Consults with and advises other offices and investigators to determine the scope of an investigation, oversees investigation processes, ensures provision of initial remedial actions as needed, monitors compliance with timelines, ensures proper investigative reports and notices of outcomes are delivered, ensures that appropriate corrective and remedial acts are consistently assessed and enforced.
In collaboration with the Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, oversees the hearing process, including facilitating the process and obtaining external hearing officers and advisors.
Working in consultation with the Office of General Counsel assists with response to external charges of discrimination and inquiries from the Office of Civil Rights, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or state and local human rights agencies related to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct.
Program Development
Collaborate with internal leaders to influence and guide the University's engagement relative to the design, implementation and administration of programs and activities that create and promote equitable and diverse employment opportunities and inclusive work and learning practices.
Developing and conducting educational and training materials for senior... For full info follow application link.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
