Director of equal opportunity
Location
Orange, CA | United States
Job description
Position Type: Regular
Job Number: SA22124
Fair Labor Standard Act
Classification Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range $150,000.00 - $170,000.00
Pay Range
Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position.
This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills,
knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined
based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay
range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Job Description Summary The Director of Equal Opportunity (DEO)
and Investigations, under the general supervision of the AVP for Employee Care and Recognition is responsible for leading equal opportunity
efforts for the University which shall include monitoring and evaluating compliance surrounding equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and
policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to protected categories. The
incumbent shall Investigate employment practices and alleged violations of laws (Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act,
and Title II of the ADA) to document and assess all claims against University policies, monitor the implementation and impact of guidelines
for nondiscriminatory employment practices, prepares reports related to equal opportunity grievances, interviews parties to verify facts and
information to complaints, assess root causes of grievances to determine systematic concerns, interprets civil rights laws and equal
opportunity regulations for the University community. The incumbent conducts internal investigations and prepares reports of findings to
decision makers, prepares responses to external compliance agencies, provides information, technical assistance, and training to
supervisors, managers, and employees. Develops policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with equal opportunity laws. The incumbent has
supervisory responsibilities, which includes managing the equal opportunity team.
Procedure for Candidacy All
applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of
interest addressing the themes in this profile.
WittKieffer is assisting Chapman University in this search, which will remain open until
an appointment is made.
Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be
directed to:
Ben Haden | Christy Pratt | Ethan Robles
[email protected] Responsibilities Reporting to the
AVP for Employee Care and Recognition, the successful Director of Equal Opportunity (DEO) and Investigations will:
Equal
Opportunity and Investigations 60%- Administer formal and informal internal complaint and grievance procedure from
applicants, University employees, and third parties under (Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title II of the
ADA) with regard to allegations of discrimination, including those related to race, color, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual
orientation, sexual harassment and any other characteristic protected by law
- Develop and maintain auditing protocols and controls to
measure investigative compliance efforts;
- Provide periodic and timely updates regarding the status of complaints and investigations
in progress to the AVP Employee Care and Recognition and the VP|CHRO. Collaboratively engage with internal stakeholders to provide metrics
and updates to senior leadership as required.
- Coordinate data with external investigation firms handling cases on behalf of the
University.
- Support the Office of Legal Affairs in preparing external responses to allegations of harassment and
discrimination.
- Manage the case management repository.
- Prepare written reports at conclusion of investigations applying the
facts of the case to appropriate policy and make a finding on violation of policy, maintain appropriate records and files. Recommend
corrective action where appropriate.
- Serve as Deputy Title IX Coordinator and ADA/504 Officer assisting with consultations,
investigations and record keeping to support the University's investigation efforts.
- Plan and conduct objective and timely
investigations of discrimination, harassment, pay/salary inequity or other claims filed internally or externally.
- Investigating
complaints alleging violations of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act /ADA, discrimination based on disability, and disability
harassment.
- Monitor the University's implementation of Title IX compliance in all areas.
- Oversee the implementation and
continued development of case management efforts and investigative tracking mechanism to support grievance metrics.
- Serve on
University committees and participate in strategic planning as appropriate in capacity as DOE to the University's workforce diversification
efforts.
- Manage the Equal Opportunity Investigators.
- Manage the implementation and updating of the Discrimination,
Harassment, and Retaliation Policy and the Sexual Harassment Prohibited by Title IX.
- Review and evaluate University policies and
procedures for EEO/Title IX compliance and provide recommendations as appropriate.
- Provide counsel to CHRO and the AVP of Employee
Care and Recognition in the interpretation and implementation of procedures which support University compliance with employment-based
federal and state regulatory requirements including (e.g., pertinent legislation, guidelines, executive orders, and applicable judicial
administrative decisions) related to employment.
Affirmative Action 20%- Guide the work of faculty and staff
search committees.
- Assist with internal complaints of discrimination.
- Assist in developing University policies: interpret
Affirmative Action ("AA" or "AAP")/equal opportunity policies and regulation; develop and implement programs to ensure the University's
compliance with State and Federal obligations.
- Develop and conduct programs to educate faculty, staff and students on AA policies
and regulations; disseminate information to increase awareness of AA issues.
- Educate the University community on the University's
AAP objectives and the University's commitment to providing a work environment that supports equal opportunity.
- Conduct AA needs
assessment as necessary.
- Responsible for timely annual completion of the annual AA programming.
- Responsible for timely
filing of the University's Federal AAP and VETS4212 filings.
- Monitor AAP compliance and report progress to the CHRO and University
leadership.
- Collaborate with HRIS team to determine data needed to build HR metrics for the oversight areas and implement best data
collection methods
- Support faculty and staff development as necessary.
- Provide mediation and problem-solving facilitation
when needed among all constituencies.
- Serve on committees as requested.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
10%- Support and provide recommendations to VP for Diversity and Inclusion (VPDEI) on issues including recruitment,
retention, and campus climate for students, staff, administrators, and faculty.
- Track, monitor, and evaluate root causes to discern
their impact efforts towards diversity and inclusions goals and timetables.
- Participate in the development and implementation of a
comprehensive diversity and inclusion plan for students, staff, administration, and faculty within the University.
- Collaborate with
VPDEI on diversity efforts by assessing campus climate collaborating with various campus constituencies, creating, and implementing programs
that support diversity and inclusion, and coordinating the communication of diversity initiatives across campus.
- Participate on
various committees focused on the diversification of the University community.
Training and Other Development
5%- Liaise and collaborate with HR partners regarding assignment of trainings to Faculty and Staff (including student
employees and third parties) as identified or requested.
- Develop and implement effective training programs for University search
committees and other recruitment selection processes.
Project Assignments 5%- Special projects as assigned
by the CHRO.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a related field of study. Prefer Juris Doctor or
advance degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline.
- In-depth knowledge
of civil rights laws including Title IX, ADA, VAWA, SB-493, and Title VII.
- Seven years of professional level human resources related
experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification
preferred.
- Experience in conflict resolution, investigations, mediation desirable.
- Demonstrated skills in analytical and
critical thinking, organization, prioritization, and time management.
- Highly skilled in writing and summarizing complex information
into comprehensive report formats for decisionmakers.
- Emotional intelligence with a demonstrated ability to handle extremely
difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to hold team members accountable to goals and
progress.
Special Instructions to Applicants Procedure for Candidacy All applications,
nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest
addressing the themes in this profile.
WittKieffer is assisting Chapman University in this search, which will remain open until an
appointment is made.
Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer's candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be
directed to:
Ben Haden | Christy Pratt | Ethan Robles
[email protected]
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