Associate Director of Equal Opportunity
Full Time
Boone, NC 28607
$77,000 - $87,000 a year
Posted
Job description
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Location
Boone, NC
Faculty Rank
No
Provide Rank
N/A
Position Number
086171
Department
Office of Access & Equity: Equal Opportunity - 630000
Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Position Summary Information
Minimum Qualifications
- A minimum of a JD or a Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Law, or a related field.
- Experience working in the area of law, civil rights, human resources or other related fields.
- A minimum of 5 years experience in investigating reports or complaints of discrimination, harassment, or related concerns and dispute resolution processes, including preparation of investigative reports and making determinations of policy violations.
- A minimum of 2 years supervising professional, full-time staff.
- Demonstrated leadership of civil rights compliance and the ability to effect institutional change.
- Demonstrated leadership with organizational, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, as well as being a collaborative teammate.
- Excellent skills in critical analysis, problem-solving, and communication.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Emotional intelligence and professionalism are required to manage the diverse demands of the position, navigate conflict, resolve problems, make effective decisions, and have excellent time management.
License/Certification Required
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of two years experience working within an institution of higher education.
- Ability to read and interpret complex legal documents to evaluate their impact on policy, procedures, and practice.
- Experience as a Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator; prior completion of Title IX training by a nationally recognized entity focused on Title IX.
- Experience initiating, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Associate Director of Equal Opportunity is a highly visible member of the university community who interacts across divisional lines and works collaboratively with many segments of the university. The Associate Director of EO service as the Senior Deputy Title IX Coordinator and & Deputy Equal Opportunity Officer.
- Oversees all reports and complaints of alleged discrimination and harassment based on protected class as it relates to jurisdiction determinations, procedures for initial outreach to complainants and reporting parties, resolution options to parties, conducting interviews, and determining appropriate resolutions.
- Assist the Executive Director of Access & Equity to develop and maintain the University’s Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Plan.
- Oversees the coordination of training and educational outreach to assure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, processes, best practices, and training in compliance with anti-discrimination or harassment legislation and regulations, including but not limited to Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, etc.
- Oversees the day-to-day compliance related responsibilities of Equal Opportunity for the institution and its lab schools.
- Provides oversight of interactive process and evaluation of requests for religious or pregnancy accommodations
- Oversees Equal Opportunity committees and represents the interests of Equal Opportunity to other campus constituents.
Supervision - Serve as the principal planning coordinator for University programs, policies, and procedures related to civil rights compliance.
- Provides departmental leadership, strategic direction and supervision to the staff of the Equal Opportunity unit within the Office of Access & Equity.
Type of Position
Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday- Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm; some nights may be required.
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Mandatory Staff
No
Suggested Salary Range
$77,000-$87,000
Physical Demands of Position
Typical physical demands of a professional position within a university.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date
05/04/2023
Closing Date
06/04/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Evaluation of Applications Begins
06/05/2023
Proposed Date of Hire
08/02/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List of 3-5 professional references with contact information
Search Chair Name
Brandon Nelson
Search Chair Email
nelsonbe@appstate.edu
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Important Contacts:
Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources/Affirmative Action
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu
Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144
titleix@appstate.edu
ADA/504 Coordinator & EEO Officer
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056
equalopportunity@appstate.edu
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
Clery Act:
Clery Act Compliance
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery
Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at
issso@appstate.edu
Quick Link
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/39931
Posting Number
201501154P
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