| University Description: |
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
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| Detailed Description: |
The Title IX, EEO and Employee Relations Specialist works closely with the Director of Title IX, EEO and Employee Relations to ensure the University’s compliance with Title IX, EEO and other applicable employment laws. The Specialist conducts investigations related to employee complaints, prepares written investigative reports, and makes recommendations on resolutions. Will guide managers through the performance management process for assigned cases.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Title IX and EEO Investigations and Program Development
- With oversight from the Director, investigate complaints of alleged violations of discrimination, civil rights, and employment policies and prepare investigative reports and communications detailing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
- Provide appropriate outreach, resources and accommodations related to EEO/Title IX to students and employees in need.
- Develop, coordinate, facilitate and assess educational workshops, presentations, and trainings for faculty, staff and administrators related to EEO and Title IX compliance.
- Actively engage campus employees in order to develop effective collaborations designed to benefit the campus community and increase knowledge, awareness and promotion of an inclusive environment for all campus constituents.
- Ensure related training programs meet legislative mandates and reflect accurate and up-to-date information.
- Work with Director to implement the University’s comprehensive sexual violence prevention and education initiatives to ensure compliance with the Title IX Amendment (e.g. Title IX, Clery Act, VAWA) and related laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with campus constituents in research projects designed to improve University response to sexual violence and EEO complaints, inform effective prevention methods, and improve existing services. Compile reports reflecting the results of research projects.
- Provide guidance to various partners on promoting and ensuring educational compliance mandates and institutional policies related to Title IX and EEO.
Employee Relations
- Working in alignment with USD’s Culture of Care, this position works to build relationships across campus so that concerns can be brought forward and addressed constructively and compassionately.
- Manage assigned employee relations cases from intake through resolution. May also provide oversight and guidance to other HR team members on certain cases.
- Counsel employees and managers on university policies/procedures and general HR information. Analyze unique situations for appropriate policy implementation. Escalate issues appropriately within HR or other university functions (e.g. Provost, General Counsel, Risk Management, University Audit).
- Guide managers through the performance management and/or disciplinary process.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of campus climate to identify trends and compliance concerns and bring them to Director’s attention so they can be proactively addressed.
Administration
- Collaborate with various partners on the development and implementation of goals and objectives for diversity, equity, inclusion, and Title IX compliance initiatives.
- Maintain organized investigative files, reports and records relating to complaints.
- Work with Director to administer the University’s Affirmative Action Plan.
- Create and maintain tracking system for Title IX and EEO complaints and compliance.
- Compile and provide metric and statistical reports related to Title IX and EEO.
Special Conditions of Employment:
Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
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| Job Requirements: |
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Two years of professional experience in the area of investigations, including Title IX and/or other civil rights, workplace harassment, employment law, law enforcement, and/or another related field.
- Four years of employee relations experience in an HR department, preferably in a higher ed environment.
- Experience in developing learning outcomes, designing and delivering education and training programs and assessing their effectiveness.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s or law degree preferred.
- Experience working with Title IX investigations in higher ed environment highly desirable.
- Formal training on Title IX highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations preferred.
Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the concerns and needs of diverse populations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in recordkeeping and report writing.
- Ability to gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts, evidence, data and other information in order to draw reasonable and fair conclusions and make sound decisions in complex and/or controversial situations.
- Ability to build rapport with claimants and respondents.
- Ability to build relationships that balance the multiple, varying, and sometimes conflicting interests of diverse stakeholders around politically charged subject matters.
- Possess strong facilitation and training skills: ability to lead community dialogues and facilitate trainings.
- Willingness to work collaboratively with the campus community, specifically faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Must possess excellent judgment and have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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| Posting Salary: |
$8,333.33-$10,416.66 per month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
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| Additional Details: |
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
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