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University of Illinois

Title IX and EEO Investigator

University of Illinois, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Office for Access and Equity Compliance Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL USA Salary: The wage for this position is $100,000 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Position Summary This position will develop, implement and ensure compliance with Title II, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, Section 1557, and other Equal Opportunity laws at the State and Federal levels and University policies. With independent judgment and discretion, assists with campus regulatory compliance efforts, including receiving and investigating complaints of discrimination and harassment to determine violation(s) of university policies; making recommendations for findings and resolutions; assisting in the implementation of protocols and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and University policy, develop and providing training and outreach. Handle claims with sensitivity and neutrality and ensure compliance with university policies and procedures. Manage complex workload and meet various deadlines. Duties & Responsibilities

Investigate violations of the Nondiscrimination policy statement on both an individual and systemic basis, including conducting the investigation and providing interim measures and remedies. Assist with implementing and reviewing policies and procedures as they relate to Nondiscrimination policy Title IX; maintain and monitor data related to OAE complaints. Write detailed reports and findings of investigations. Investigate complaints of unlawful discrimination and harassment under Title VI, Title VII, IHRA, ADAAA, and Section 1557 including planning investigations, conducting interviews, identifying and collecting relevant documentation, and analyzing evidence; serve in an advisory role to supervisors, managers, and department heads across campus on matters involving discrimination, harassment and accommodations. Provide written responses to external agencies, including but not limited to Verified Responses, Position Statements, Requests for Information; and provide in-depth analysis of cases for University purposes. Consult with other departments as needed. Provide remedies for appropriate resolutions. Train faculty, staff and students on Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, and Section 1557. Plan, assign and review work of staff to ensure that group objectives are met. Hire, train, develop and manage staff to ensure that a qualified staff exists to meet group objectives. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Minimum of two years of experience conducting investigations and collecting and analyzing evidence to reach a conclusion. Research and analysis and analytical writing experience. Working knowledge of Section 504, Section 1557, Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, civil rights, affirmative action, and equal opportunity laws and regulations required. The ability to multi-task, train and advise students and employees at all levels, and use independent judgment. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills and ability to work effectively with a range of diverse persons at all levels of the organization. The ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Advanced oral and written communication skills. Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree or Juris Doctorate Experience in a Higher Education environment or at a public institution. Previous experience in working on cases with OCR, EEOC and IDHR. Familiarity with University policies and procedures.