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Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number S08875P Working Title Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity Department EOO-Equal Opportunity Office About the University of Georgia PLEASE NOTE: On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement forFederal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect. The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the states oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. About the College/Unit/Department Equal Opportunity Office College/Unit/Department website eoo.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 07/19/2022 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2022 Special Instructions to Applicants All applicants need to apply through UGAJOBS. Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). UGA Statement PLEASE NOTE: On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement forFederal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect. The University of Georgia is a Federal Contractor as defined by Presidential Executive Order 14042 and subject to the requirement that Federal Contractors must ensure that all covered employees, including those working remotely, are fully vaccinated by January 4, 2022. You may be required to show proof of your fully vaccinated status at the time of your start date, or have received a medical or religious exemption from the fully vaccinated requirement at the time of your start date. For more information regarding the Federal Contractor fully vaccinated employment requirement please visit or call (706) 542-2222. Position Information Classification Title Assoc/Asst Director, Subdivision/Unit AD FLSA Exempt Job Family Administrative FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Position Summary Under the direction of the Director, the Investigator will conduct investigations of complaints of discrimination and harassment; prepare reports regarding investigation findings; develop and conduct training for faculty, staff, and students on recognizing, reporting and preventing unlawful harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Assist in drafting and enforcing University policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution of higher education, with at least three years of substantive legal experience that directly relates to the position Self-starter with the ability to effectively manage multiple matters at once Experience conducting investigations or administrative reviews PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of equal opportunity issues related to higher education and student conduct Experience in Higher Education or similar field Experience investigating claims of unlawful harassment and discrimination Experience with case management tracking tools DEI training and experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Experience investigating claims of unlawful discrimination and harassment.Knowledge of Title IX coordination and OCR practices and procedures.Knowledge of Civil Rights laws and regulations.Higher education experience.Experience in investigating student sexual misconduct cases. Physical Demands Normal Office environment. Sitting, standing, computer use. Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the website. Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Conduct investigation of complaints of discrimination and harassment with the UGA community. Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities Receive and evaluate complaints of discrimination and harassment with the UGA community. Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Develop and conduct training on the policies and procedures under the purview of the EOO. Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Serve as support to Director in operational matters of the EOO as they relate to oversight of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment (NDAH) Policy. Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities Respond to questions from members of the UGA community and others on a wide variety of issues relating to matters within the purview of the UGA EOO. Percentage of time 4 Duties/Responsibilities Assist in collection and analysis of statistics relevant to matters within the purview of the EOO. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of records and reports. Percentage of time 2 Duties/Responsibilities Assist in establishing appropriate institutional goals and objectives for matters within the purview of the EOO. Percentage of time 2 Duties/Responsibilities Perform other job related duties as directed by the Director. Percentage of time 2 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Marsha LeCroy Recruitment Contact Email mlecroy@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-7912 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Writing Sample List of References with Contact Information Optional Documents
Location/Region: Athens, GA