Assistant Director Office of Equal Opportunity

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Requisition Number
105032
Position Title
Administrator II
Job Posting Title
Administrator II
Regular / Temporary
Regular
Working Title
Assistant Director, Office of Equal Opportunity (Equal Opportunity Investigator)
Full / Part Time
Full-Time
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Appointment Duration / End Date:

Department
Equal Opportunity (203100)
College / Division
Academic Affairs
Salary Range
Salary commensurate with background and experience of the
individual selected. Cal Poly offers excellent fringe benefits,
including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement
participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System and
educational benefits for eligible employees. All rights associated
with the appointment are governed by the Management Personnel
Plan adopted by the CSU Board of Trustees.
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Plan
12-month
Position Description
***THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED***

Reporting to the Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Director is responsible for investigating complaints of sexual misconduct (including sexual discrimination, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking); and discrimination, harassment and retaliation (DHR) complaints by community members (employees, students and third-parties) based upon all the protected classes set forth in CSU Executive Orders.

The Assistant Director will also confer with the Director to develop prompt, effective, and appropriate responses to alleged DHR and sexual misconduct reports received by the University, in accordance with CSU Executive Order policies and procedures. The Director may delegate training, education, communications with parties and campus partners, complaint processing, investigations, drafting of correspondence, drafting of investigative reports, preparation of case status reports and initiative briefings, climate assessments and related duties to the Assistant Director.

Per the Executive Orders, the Assistant Director will collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator, the Dean of Students office, the University Police Department, Housing, Safer, Respondent advisors, and other campus divisions and partners to ensure that any immediate safety concerns are addressed immediately; interim measure (such as housing, no contact/stay away orders,) and academic accommodation requests are promptly responded to. The nature of the work performed in this role is strictly confidential and highly sensitive.

The Assistant Director will be involved in committees or task forces, and perform other professional administrative work related to the OEO and Title IX, as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications (Staff Only)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Title IX, equal opportunity (DHR) and/or sex crimes investigator; or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.


Required Qualifications / Specialized Skills

Demonstrated ability to capture verbal allegations and statements in writing, remain an objective and neutral fact-finder, apply the facts in the record to the appropriate legal analysis/theory, draft reports that are cogent, factually accurate and legally sound recommending the appropriate disposition on each issue, and handle sensitive cases that may be high-profile and emotionally charged in a prudent and confidential manner.
Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact, good judgment, discretion, and diplomacy, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse population, including co-workers, students, management, faculty, and off campus entities.
Demonstrated ability to make good decisions and accept accountability for outcomes.
Excellent language skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Skilled in research and analysis techniques.
Excellent collaborative and collegial interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals across the human diversity spectrum.
Knowledge of the practice of a trauma-informed approach to Title IX work.
Technological savvy, including knowledge of specific social media applications used by students and student database systems.
Ability to comfortably and confidently interact with faculty, staff at all levels of the organization, with undergraduate and graduate students, and with other key constituents such as University Police and the Chancellor's office, etc.
Ability to maintain high quality/standards of work, ethics, commitment, and professional responsibility.
Ability to research, thoroughly understand, interpret, communicate, and apply technical procedures and regulations as well as federal, state, CSU and University policies and procedures, including CSU Executive Orders.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
Proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, web-based systems and resources, and online calendaring and email applications.


Preferred Qualifications / Skills

JD, MA or certificate in related area
Skilled at the practice of a trauma-informed approach to Title IX work
Experience in public higher education
Experience in developing and delivering Title IX or EEO related training programs
Experience in labor union environment
Recent certification(s) in Title IX investigative training
Familiarity with CSU Executive Orders and Title V, California Code of Regulations (41301, et seq.)


Special Conditions (Staff)
***THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED***

Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development
Must be able to work additional hours, holidays, and adjust working hours to appropriately respond to sexual misconduct cases
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment
This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)



Full-time MPP employees are required to disclose outside employment at time of hire or within 30 days of taking additional outside employment subsequent to time of hire.

Retired CalPERS members selected for this vacancy must request and be approved for reinstatement from retirement prior to the start date. Employment of retired CalPERS members will typically be for 90 days or less and must be for work requiring specialized skills or for a bona fide emergency to prevent stoppage of business.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
Pre-Employment Conditions (Staff)
Background / Fingerprint
Benefits Eligible

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Job Open Date
09-14-2018
Job Close Date

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How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by July 17, 2016 for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled.

To apply, visit ****to complete the required online Cal Poly Management Employment Application and apply to Requisition #104104. In addition, each applicant is encouraged to provide (preferably as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) current resume/CV; (3) the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references. If you are unable to attach the supplemental materials to the online application please mail to:

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P O S I T I O N D E S C R I P T I O N
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Office of Equal Opportunity
Administrator II
Assistant Director
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Position Summary
Reporting to the Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant
Director is responsible for investigating complaints of sexual misconduct (including sexual
discrimination, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking); and
discrimination, harassment and retaliation (DHR) complaints by community members (employees,
students and third-parties) based upon all the protected classes set forth in CSU Executive Orders.
The Assistant Director will also confer with the Director to develop prompt, effective, and
appropriate responses to alleged DHR and sexual misconduct reports received by the University, in
accordance with CSU Executive Order policies and procedures. The Director may delegate training,
education, communications with parties and campus partners, complaint processing, investigations,
drafting of correspondence, drafting of investigative reports, preparation of case status reports and
initiative briefings, climate assessments and related duties to the Assistant Director.
Per the Executive Orders, the Assistant Director will collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator, the
Dean of Students office, the University Police Department, Housing, Safer, Respondent advisors,
and other campus divisions and partners to ensure that any immediate safety concerns are
addressed immediately; interim measure (such as housing, no contact/stay away orders,) and
academic accommodation requests are promptly responded to. The nature of the work performed
in this role is strictly confidential and highly sensitive.
The Assistant Director will be involved in committees or task forces, and perform other professional
administrative work related to the OEO and Title IX, as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities
The following examples illustrate typical work activities and are not meant to be all inclusive or
restrictive:
Essential Job Functions
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Daily
90%
Review complaint allegations and assist in conducting intake meetings
Clarify and document allegations and assist in evaluating whether, if true, they would
constitute DHR and/or sexual misconduct and/or what University response is triggered, if
any, based upon the nature of the report
Explain Executive Order policies, procedures and standard of proof to parties
Issue notices of investigation, no-**** | ****
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Obtain relevant documentary evidence
Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses to gather information relevant to
allegations and investigations
Prepare records of contact for interviews
Prepare factually accurate and legally sound investigation reports in compliance with CSU
Executive Order(s)
As appropriate, refer students to on and off-campus resources
Conform to timelines, confidentiality, and procedures for case processing and investigations
following relevant CSU Executive Orders and other applicable system-wide policies and
procedures
Coordinate interim measures, accommodations, and responses with campus partners
including faculty, the University Police Department, Student Affairs, Dean of Students,
Housing, and others
Communicate and collaborate with the Office of General Counsel and law enforcement
agencies for legal and investigative purposes
Provide information and technical assistance to campus partners on reporting options,
appropriate handling of incidents, and policies and procedures, as needed
Issue appropriate notifications and communicate updates regarding case processing with
complainant and respondent and others, as needed
Assist the Title IX Coordinator with designing and implementing a variety of prevention,
education and training programs on topics such as Title IX, VAWA, Campus SaVE Act, and
DHR
Assist the Title IX Coordinator and OEO Director with climate assessment activities
Remain current on evolving legal and policy obligations as related to compliance,
investigations, and appeals
Related Job Functions
1. Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned
As Needed
10%
Required Education, Experience, and Credentials
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Title IX, equal opportunity (DHR) and/or sex
crimes investigator; or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the
required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
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Demonstrated ability to capture verbal allegations and statements in writing, remain an
objective and neutral fact-finder, apply the facts in the record to the appropriate legal
analysis/theory, draft reports that are cogent, factually accurate and legally sound
recommending the appropriate disposition on each issue, and handle sensitive cases that
may be high-profile and emotionally charged in a prudent and confidential manner.
Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact, good judgment, discretion, and
diplomacy, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse
population, including co-workers, students, management, faculty, and off campus entities.
Demonstrated ability to make good decisions and accept accountability for outcomes.
Excellent language skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both
verbally and in writing.
Skilled in research and analysis techniques.
Excellent collaborative and collegial interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals across the human diversity spectrum.
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1 Grand Avenue | San Luis Obispo | CA | 934078.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Knowledge of the practice of a trauma-informed approach to Title IX work.
Technological savvy, including knowledge of specific social media applications used by
students and student database systems.
Ability to comfortably and confidently interact with faculty, staff at all levels of the
organization, with undergraduate and graduate students, and with other key constituents
such as University Police and the Chancellor’s office, etc.
Ability to maintain high quality/standards of work, ethics, commitment, and professional
responsibility.
Ability to research, thoroughly understand, interpret, communicate, and apply technical
procedures and regulations as well as federal, state, CSU and University policies and
procedures, including CSU Executive Orders.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities
to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
Proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing,
spreadsheets, databases, web-based systems and resources, and online calendaring and
email applications.
Preferred Skills and Experience
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
JD, MA or certificate in related area
Skilled at the practice of a trauma-informed approach to Title IX work
Experience in public higher education
Experience in developing and delivering Title IX or EEO related training programs
Experience in labor union environment
Recent certification(s) in Title IX investigative training
Familiarity with CSU Executive Orders and Title V, California Code of Regulations (41301,
et seq.)
Special Conditions
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional
development.
• Must be able to work overtime, occasional holidays, and adjust working hours to meet
special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency
basis.
• The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California
Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements
set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.
• Full-time MPP employees are required to disclose outside employment at time of hire or
within 30 days of taking additional outside employment subsequent to time of hire.
• This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime
provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
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