University Of Nebraska Omaha
Civil Rights Resolution Specialist
University Of Nebraska Omaha, Baltimore, Maryland, United States,
Job Title
Civil Rights Resolution SpecialistGeneral Requisition Information
Job Grade: AB21SDivision: Office of the ChancellorCollege/Dept: University ComplianceDepartment: Civil Rights ComplianceRequisition Number: 2024-00228FTE (full-time equivalency): 100Work Schedule: M-F 8am - 5pmRemote/Telecommuting: Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunityAppointment Term: 12-12/12 monthsEssential Personnel: NoPay Information: $55,000 annuallyFLSA Designation: ExemptPosition Summary
UNO is committed to creating a campus free from discrimination and harassment. The Civil Rights Resolution Specialist will play an important role in the University’s education, prevention, and response efforts pursuant to Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA/504, and related statutes.The Civil Rights Resolution Specialist will report to the Director, Civil Rights Compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing and addressing reports of discrimination and harassment from students, faculty, staff, and community members, conducting intake/informational meetings with Complainants and Respondents, collaborating with parties interested in informal resolution, and designing educational programs for the university community.Job Duties
Case Management:- Receive and respond to reports of discrimination and harassment from students, faculty, staff, and community members.- Complete intake/informational meetings with complainant and respondent parties.- Prioritize cases, issues, and requests based on knowledge of university and office policy.- Organize, manage, and maintain extensive and highly confidential electronic and paper files. Input data into a database, requiring attention to detail and an understanding of university policies, Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA/504, and applicable state statutes.- Provide effective process communication and documentation, coordinate live hearings, and ensure sanction compliance.Informal Resolution:- Meet with parties to discuss Informal Resolution processes in civil rights cases consistent with university policy and procedure.- Engage parties in dialogue about Informal Resolution and facilitate Informal Resolutions.- Draft Informal Resolution Agreements for approval of parties and responsible University personnel.- Regularly communicate with campus partners and alternative/educational or restorative process facilitators to ensure timeliness and completion of all informal processes.Supportive Measures:- Offer and coordinate supportive measures to parties involved in sexual misconduct, discrimination, or other harassment cases.- Communicate regularly with campus partners, including residence life, Victim Survivor Advocacy, CAPS, and Care Team to ensure timely and effective implementation of supportive measure requests.- Complete intake/informational meetings with pregnant and/or parenting students and, where applicable, work with partner units such as Dean of Students, Residence Life, CARE Team, CAPS, and others.Data Analysis:- Analyze reports and complaints data to identify patterns of behavior and propose recommendations for action. Contribute to the creation of reports to share with campus and community stakeholders.Educational Materials:- Create and share materials with the campus community and interested stakeholders about harassment and discrimination. Collaborate with human resources, academic affairs, and the Dean of Students to maintain consistent messaging about avenues for reporting and resolving concerns about discrimination and harassment.Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor’s DegreeRequired Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in higher education, case management, alternative dispute resolution, or civil rights grievance processes.Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s in social work, counseling, or other social science preferred.Preferred Experience:
Formal training in Restorative Justice or Alternative Dispute Resolution. Experience in higher education grievance processes.
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Civil Rights Resolution SpecialistGeneral Requisition Information
Job Grade: AB21SDivision: Office of the ChancellorCollege/Dept: University ComplianceDepartment: Civil Rights ComplianceRequisition Number: 2024-00228FTE (full-time equivalency): 100Work Schedule: M-F 8am - 5pmRemote/Telecommuting: Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunityAppointment Term: 12-12/12 monthsEssential Personnel: NoPay Information: $55,000 annuallyFLSA Designation: ExemptPosition Summary
UNO is committed to creating a campus free from discrimination and harassment. The Civil Rights Resolution Specialist will play an important role in the University’s education, prevention, and response efforts pursuant to Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA/504, and related statutes.The Civil Rights Resolution Specialist will report to the Director, Civil Rights Compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing and addressing reports of discrimination and harassment from students, faculty, staff, and community members, conducting intake/informational meetings with Complainants and Respondents, collaborating with parties interested in informal resolution, and designing educational programs for the university community.Job Duties
Case Management:- Receive and respond to reports of discrimination and harassment from students, faculty, staff, and community members.- Complete intake/informational meetings with complainant and respondent parties.- Prioritize cases, issues, and requests based on knowledge of university and office policy.- Organize, manage, and maintain extensive and highly confidential electronic and paper files. Input data into a database, requiring attention to detail and an understanding of university policies, Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA/504, and applicable state statutes.- Provide effective process communication and documentation, coordinate live hearings, and ensure sanction compliance.Informal Resolution:- Meet with parties to discuss Informal Resolution processes in civil rights cases consistent with university policy and procedure.- Engage parties in dialogue about Informal Resolution and facilitate Informal Resolutions.- Draft Informal Resolution Agreements for approval of parties and responsible University personnel.- Regularly communicate with campus partners and alternative/educational or restorative process facilitators to ensure timeliness and completion of all informal processes.Supportive Measures:- Offer and coordinate supportive measures to parties involved in sexual misconduct, discrimination, or other harassment cases.- Communicate regularly with campus partners, including residence life, Victim Survivor Advocacy, CAPS, and Care Team to ensure timely and effective implementation of supportive measure requests.- Complete intake/informational meetings with pregnant and/or parenting students and, where applicable, work with partner units such as Dean of Students, Residence Life, CARE Team, CAPS, and others.Data Analysis:- Analyze reports and complaints data to identify patterns of behavior and propose recommendations for action. Contribute to the creation of reports to share with campus and community stakeholders.Educational Materials:- Create and share materials with the campus community and interested stakeholders about harassment and discrimination. Collaborate with human resources, academic affairs, and the Dean of Students to maintain consistent messaging about avenues for reporting and resolving concerns about discrimination and harassment.Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor’s DegreeRequired Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in higher education, case management, alternative dispute resolution, or civil rights grievance processes.Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s in social work, counseling, or other social science preferred.Preferred Experience:
Formal training in Restorative Justice or Alternative Dispute Resolution. Experience in higher education grievance processes.
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