Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity
- Employer
- University of North Texas
- Location
- Denton
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Welcome to the University of North Texas System, or UNT World as we like to call ourselves. UNT World includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
Posting Title:Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity
Department:UNT-Inst Equity & Div-Gen-210000
Job Location:Denton
Full Time/Part Time:Full-Time
Department Summary:Join the Division of Institutional Equity and Diversity as we partner with University of North Texas (UNT) faculty, staff, and the local community to uphold an
inclusive environment that promotes UNT student success in a global marketplace. The UNT community highly values the educational benefits of diversity and
actively supports and respects all of our members. We are looking for an assistant director to be a part of our exciting strategic initiatives and expansive vision for
the future of UNT.
As one of Texas’ largest Universities, UNT is a 500-acre campus located in Denton, Texas, approximately 39 miles from the most dynamic metropolitan areas in
the U.S., Dallas/Fort Worth. UNT is home to over 39,000 students and employs over 8,000 faculty and staff members.
Performs complex investigations, analyzes issues and prepares investigative plans to address complaints rom university employees and/or students based on protected class status concerning allegations of discriminatory or harassing behavior within the university. Directs, develops and delivers EEO and AA training across campus, including online training programs.
Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in related field and five years of related professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- At least two years of demonstrated professional experience conducting investigations.
- Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving, and interviewing.
- Exposure to nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Clery Act, and VAWA) and federal and state rules and regulations related to EEO/AA programs.
- Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including skill in writing grammatically correct, concise, and logical analytical reports to convey complex issues.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills including the demonstrated ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of complex complaints.
- Ability to work collaboratively and professionally across multiple constituencies to resolve complaints in a neutral, sensitive manner.
- Knowledge of or professional experience conducting investigations related to sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, gender-related violence, and/or discrimination in a higher-education setting or other related field.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations orally and in writing, and demonstrated public-speaking experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with and for diverse, multicultural populations.
- Thorough understanding of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Clery Act, and VAWA) and federal and state rules and regulations related to EEO/AA programs.
- Experience with the preparation of reporting for the Affirmative Action Plan, including retrieving and editing data and creating reports such as the workforce analysis, adverse impact analysis, applicant flow, etc.
Monday – Friday
Driving University Vehicle:No
Security Sensitive:This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement:The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title:Asst Dir, Equal Opportunity
Physical Requirements:Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
o:Completion of all investigation into matters of discrimination, retaliation and harassment on the basis of protected class in a timely manner.
o:Provide EEO guidance and make recommendations when approproate, facilitate all inquiries and consultations, work with directors and department heads to resolve low-level EO issues.
o:Recommend implementation or review of policies, assist with revision, provide edits, work effectively with campus partners on revisions.
o:Provide campus-wide faculty hiring and EEO training. Update and revise training programs as necessary.
o:Actively participate on committees related to policy development, compliance, and search committees.
o:Participate in professional organizations, attend conferences, and participate in appropriate trainings.
o:Maintain files in an efficient and effective manner.
o:Create and consult on the office’s marketing, training, and affirmative action needs.
o:Monitor and assist with administrative needs of OEO office and Director, as needed.
Posting Number:S1955P
Quicklink for Posting:Organization
Working at University of North Texas
Since 1890, the University of North Texas has been a catalyst for transformation for its students and the North Texas region. As the nation’s 26th largest public university, UNT is dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience to its 36,000 students while fueling the intellectual, economic and cultural progress of one of the largest, most dynamic regions in the United States.
A student-focused public research university, UNT graduates more than 8,500 students each year from its 12 colleges and schools and offers 97 bachelor’s, 82 master’s and 35 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. As UNT’s strengths in science, engineering and technology grow, the university continues to nurture its core areas of distinction in music, education, social sciences, business, the arts and humanities. Leading Texas public universities in the number of Goldwater Scholars and designated a “Best in the West” university by The Princeton Review, UNT is known for its academic excellence.
By providing access, welcoming diversity and strengthening collaborations with our many educational, business and community partners, as well as building new partnerships across the globe, UNT's faculty and staff work each day to prepare students for the challenges they will meet in our changing world.
Fostering global understanding and promoting cultural appreciation are central to preparing tomorrow's successful global leaders. Our strategic international partnerships seek to improve quality of life, facilitate the exchange of ideas and culture, and allow for important research addressing global issues. UNT's campus benefits from a rich diversity of about 2,500 international students representing 140 countries.
UNT faculty produce groundbreaking research in a wide range of disciplines spanning the sciences, mathematics, engineering and technology while also making nationally recognized contributions in the arts and humanities. The College of Music is one of the nation’s best music colleges with an internationally respected jazz program. UNT has the oldest program in emergency administration and planning and a unique program in applied philosophy and environmental ethics.
UNT also is home to many national centers and institutes, including the Net-Centric Software and Systems Center — a National Science Foundation Industry/University Cooperative Research Center; the Center for Electronic Materials Processing and Integration; the Institute of Applied Science; the Center for Advanced Scientific Computing and Modeling; and the Center for the Study of Interdisciplinarity.
UNT has developed many state-of-the-art research facilities, such as the federally funded Center for Advanced Research and Technology, one of the nation’s most extensive facilities for powerful materials characterization and analysis; a high-performance computational facility; and a clean room/nanofabrication research facility (under construction). UNT’s research extends outside the academy as well, with field stations as close as a neighboring lake and as far away as southern Chile.
In addition, UNT is developing Discovery Park, a research park with technology incubator facilities on a 300-acre property near the main campus. The university also has developed a Design Research Center in the heart of the Dallas design district.
As the largest and most comprehensive university in the North Texas region, UNT is growing as a national leader in education, research and scholarship, student support and community engagement — the pillars of a great public research university. UNT’s ultimate mission is to give a green light to greatness by helping its students, region, state and nation excel.
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