University of New Mexico
Associate Director of Equal Opportunity
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Requisition ID
req29954Working Title
Associate Director of Equal OpportunityPosition Grade
15Position Summary
The University of New Mexico's Office of Compliance, Ethics & Equal Opportunity (CEEO) seeks an Associate Director of Equal Opportunity to provide support to the Director of Equal Opportunity and administrative management of CEEO's investigative team.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Assist the Director of Equal Opportunity in development and implementation of affirmative action and equal opportunity goals and objectives for academic and non-academic staff, and ensure the University's compliance with all local, state and federal civil rights laws and regulations including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Clery Act.Assist the Director of Equal Opportunity in the areas of internal and external training; equal opportunity programming; policy development, revision, and maintenance; supervision and management of staff; investigative training and compliance.Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator to ensure compliance with Title IX, both internal and external to CEEO.Collaborate with the Clery Coordinator to ensure compliance with the Clery Act and campus safety, both internal and external to CEEO.Establish and maintain liaison relationships with stakeholders on and off campus and provide guidance to the University community.Serve in the Director of Equal Opportunity's capacity as needed and when appropriate.Supervise the CEEO Compliance Manager(s) and provide oversight for the investigative function of CEEO, which involves managing the CEEO caseload, training investigators, ensuring timely and thorough investigations, and ensuring data integrity.Act as Deputy ADA Coordinator.The selected candidate should be:Highly versed in labor and employment law, Clery Act requirements, and all civil rights lawsAble to work both independently, collaboratively, and on sensitive matters professionally and in a confidential matterVersed in supervision and management of higher education staff and knowledgeable of the unique functions of an educational environmentAble to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writingExperienced in supervising investigative staff and case managementAble to revise and draft civil rights and other policies as necessaryComfortable and adept in using case management software, and leveraging that software to produce reports and other important data for senior leadership and stakeholdersCEEO is an internal compliance office that provides guidance to the University community in a variety of compliance areas. It provides services to students, staff, and faculty in the areas of civil rights, campus safety and VAWA compliance, minors on campus, accessibility and accommodations, affirmative action, and general compliance. Our mission is to promote equal access and treatment for all, to promote a safe environment free of discrimination and inequity, and to foster a culture of ethics in the University community.See the Position Description for additional information.Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.Preferred Qualifications
Juris Doctor or LLM (Master of Laws)Additional Requirements
The selected candidate will successfully complete the ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) within one year of hire.Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NMDepartment
Compliance Ethics & Equal Opportunity (016A)Employment Type
StaffStaff Type
Regular - Full-TimeTerm End Date
Status
ExemptPay
$6,666.66 - $7,916.66 MonthlyBenefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.Background Check Required
YesFor Best Consideration Date
8/23/2024Eligible for Remote Work
NoEligible for Remote Work Statement
Partial; however, this position will work predominantly onsite. Remote work eligibility begins after completion of probation period.Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.Please provide the following through the UNM Jobs application site: 1) a resume; 2) a cover letter outlining how your qualifications are relevant to the stated qualifications of this position, as well as your commitment to civil rights either personally or professionally; 3) a professional writing sample showcasing your ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences; 4) at least three professional references with current contact information. Please include all of your previous professional employment history on your application.Positions posted with a Staff Type of
Regular
or
Term
are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit
this link . Refer to
this link
for a definition of Regular Staff.
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req29954Working Title
Associate Director of Equal OpportunityPosition Grade
15Position Summary
The University of New Mexico's Office of Compliance, Ethics & Equal Opportunity (CEEO) seeks an Associate Director of Equal Opportunity to provide support to the Director of Equal Opportunity and administrative management of CEEO's investigative team.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Assist the Director of Equal Opportunity in development and implementation of affirmative action and equal opportunity goals and objectives for academic and non-academic staff, and ensure the University's compliance with all local, state and federal civil rights laws and regulations including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Clery Act.Assist the Director of Equal Opportunity in the areas of internal and external training; equal opportunity programming; policy development, revision, and maintenance; supervision and management of staff; investigative training and compliance.Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator to ensure compliance with Title IX, both internal and external to CEEO.Collaborate with the Clery Coordinator to ensure compliance with the Clery Act and campus safety, both internal and external to CEEO.Establish and maintain liaison relationships with stakeholders on and off campus and provide guidance to the University community.Serve in the Director of Equal Opportunity's capacity as needed and when appropriate.Supervise the CEEO Compliance Manager(s) and provide oversight for the investigative function of CEEO, which involves managing the CEEO caseload, training investigators, ensuring timely and thorough investigations, and ensuring data integrity.Act as Deputy ADA Coordinator.The selected candidate should be:Highly versed in labor and employment law, Clery Act requirements, and all civil rights lawsAble to work both independently, collaboratively, and on sensitive matters professionally and in a confidential matterVersed in supervision and management of higher education staff and knowledgeable of the unique functions of an educational environmentAble to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writingExperienced in supervising investigative staff and case managementAble to revise and draft civil rights and other policies as necessaryComfortable and adept in using case management software, and leveraging that software to produce reports and other important data for senior leadership and stakeholdersCEEO is an internal compliance office that provides guidance to the University community in a variety of compliance areas. It provides services to students, staff, and faculty in the areas of civil rights, campus safety and VAWA compliance, minors on campus, accessibility and accommodations, affirmative action, and general compliance. Our mission is to promote equal access and treatment for all, to promote a safe environment free of discrimination and inequity, and to foster a culture of ethics in the University community.See the Position Description for additional information.Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.Preferred Qualifications
Juris Doctor or LLM (Master of Laws)Additional Requirements
The selected candidate will successfully complete the ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) within one year of hire.Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NMDepartment
Compliance Ethics & Equal Opportunity (016A)Employment Type
StaffStaff Type
Regular - Full-TimeTerm End Date
Status
ExemptPay
$6,666.66 - $7,916.66 MonthlyBenefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.Background Check Required
YesFor Best Consideration Date
8/23/2024Eligible for Remote Work
NoEligible for Remote Work Statement
Partial; however, this position will work predominantly onsite. Remote work eligibility begins after completion of probation period.Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.Please provide the following through the UNM Jobs application site: 1) a resume; 2) a cover letter outlining how your qualifications are relevant to the stated qualifications of this position, as well as your commitment to civil rights either personally or professionally; 3) a professional writing sample showcasing your ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences; 4) at least three professional references with current contact information. Please include all of your previous professional employment history on your application.Positions posted with a Staff Type of
Regular
or
Term
are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit
this link . Refer to
this link
for a definition of Regular Staff.
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