Posting Number: S06196P Department: Compliance Equity & Title IX -ICET Pay Basis: Monthly Position Status: Regular full-time Location: Richardson Job Description: The UT Dallas Office of Institutional Compliance is currently hiring for two equal opportunity specialists to join our team. Successful candidates must meet the minimum education and experience requirements for the following positions and must have strong communication and writing skills. Position 1: Equal Opportunity Specialist II (investigation-focused) Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Equal Opportunity Specialist II will investigate discrimination and sexual misconduct (Title IX and non-Title IX) complaints; provide educational programming and outreach to the campus community; and monitor compliance activities. This position will serve as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Responsibilities include: + Investigation and Complaint Resolution – 65% + Educational Programming, Prevention Training, and Outreach Activities – 30% + Other – 5% Position 2: Equal Opportunity Specialist II (intake/support-focused) Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Equal Opportunity Specialist II will manage intake and supportive measures; support discrimination and sexual misconduct (Title IX and non-Title IX) administrative grievance and resolution procedures; participate in training and outreach efforts; and monitor compliance activities. This position will serve as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Responsibilities include: + Case Intake, Support Services, and Case Management – 50% + Educational Programming, Prevention Training, and Outreach Activities – 25% + Investigation and Complaint Resolution – 20% + Other – 5% Position Information + FLSA Status: Exempt + Salary Grade: 13 + Anticipated Salary Range: $68,000 to $78,000 depending on experience + Note: salary offers higher than $74,000 will require relevant investigation experience Applicants must submit: a cover letter that outlines how their education, experience, skills, and abilities specifically align to this position, and a resume. For full consideration submit application materials by February 17, 2025. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Deven Marshall (deven.marshall@utdallas.edu) . Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three years of experience in equal opportunity (e.g., Title VI, Title VII , Title IX, ADA ), human resources, regulatory compliance or related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education and Experience: What You Will Need – Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Both Positions: + Analytical and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex data and information, identify patterns and trends, make data-driven decisions, and develop appropriate solutions. + Communication and Interpersonal: Ability to communicate effectively and considerately with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, third parties, and external agencies; and foster collegiality, build partnerships, and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. + Organization and Planning: Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize, plan, and schedule tasks effectively, ask for assistance when needed, follow procedures, ensure accuracy in documentation and data, correct own errors, and produce consistent and timely professional work. + Position Specific: Proficiency with interpreting, applying, and monitoring federal and state regulations and organizational policies; proficiency with writing, summarizing, and analyzing complex information in an understandable and accurate manner; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; ability to organize workflow and coordinate activities; ability to work independently and as part of a team; and willingness to receive feedback and adapt in the pursuit of professional growth. + Professionalism: Ability to act with integrity; exercise sound judgment and discretion; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; maintain confidentiality; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through with commitments. What We Would Like You to Have – Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Both Positions: + Master’s degree or JD from an accredited institution. + Demonstrated understanding of equal opportunity laws and regulations (e.g., Title VI, Title VII , Title IX, ADA , etc.,). + Demonstrated ability to develop and implement educational and training programs with effective presentation and facilitation skills and ability to adapt those skills to a variety of audiences. + Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the department’s case management systems (i.e., Maxient and Case IQ). + Demonstrated experience conducting investigations and/or coordinating activities in an equal opportunity and/or sexual misconduct arena, preferably working in an institution of higher education. + Equal Opportunity and/or Title IX Investigator certification or completion of sexual harassment prevention and response training from a nationally recognized organization. Important Message: 1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE , including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator (ADACoordinator@utdallas.edu) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator (TitleIXCoordinator@utdallas.edu) .