Lehigh University, a renowned institution committed to academic excellence and fostering an inclusive environment, is seeking an experienced and driven professional to serve as an Equal Opportunity and Title IX Officer.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the education, investigation, and compliance efforts associated with the University's obligations under equal opportunity and non-discrimination laws and regulations. Your focus will be on ensuring adherence to federal laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2012 (VAWA), and the SaVE Act, as well as related University policies.
Position Number: S99680
This position is a Grade: 12 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $103,300-125,660 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and coordinate the University's compliance with Title VI and Title IX, including managing investigations of discrimination complaints, conducting interviews, reviewing documentation, and making recommendations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to promote a safe, equitable campus climate and ensure clear communication of compliance efforts.
• Track, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of responses and initiatives related to Title VI and IX, making improvements as needed.
• Manage daily compliance activities related to non-discrimination laws and regulations, ensuring effective response to complaints and continuous improvement of efforts.
• Stay informed of current laws, regulations, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to institutional processes.
• Support inclusive hiring by coordinating outreach to attract diverse applicant pools.
• Design, develop, and deliver institution-wide training on equal opportunity and non-discrimination, tailored to faculty, staff, and students.
• Provide guidance on compliance with equal opportunity laws in recruitment, training, and retention practices.
• Collaborate with key campus partners, including HR, Inclusive Excellence, Student Affairs, and Athletics, to coordinate and implement targeted training initiatives.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree; Doctoral Degree in Public Policy or a Juris Doctor preferred
• Three to five years related work experience
• At least three years of employment in an equal opportunity management position is required
• Equal Opportunity experience in higher education is strongly preferred
Lehigh University is a vibrant and inclusive community committed to academic excellence and providing a supportive work environment. As an employer of choice, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us and be part of an institution that values diversity, encourages intellectual curiosity, and empowers its employees to make a meaningful impact. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.
• The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor
Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.
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