Civil Rights Investigator

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Posted: 12-May-24

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

Salary: Open

Internal Number: 91212

Requisition Number: S_240390

Department: Institutional Equity and Compliance-0851

Description of Work:

UNL is committed to creating a campus free from discrimination and harassment. The Civil Rights Investigator will play an important role in the university's education, prevention and response efforts pursuant to Title VII, Title VI, Title IX and related statutes. The Civil Rights Investigator will report to the Title IX Coordinator and the Associate to the Chancellor for Institutional Equity and Compliance. The Civil Rights Investigator will assist with, among other duties: creation and implementation of policies and procedures; education and training for the university community; and investigation of discrimination and harassment complaints.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline.
Two (2) years of demonstrated work experience:

• Understanding of civil rights statutes and due process as part of employment, educational programs, or student conduct resolution;
• Conducting investigations in which individuals are interviewed and information is assessed for relevancy. Applicant should be able to identify and raise discrepancies in information obtained, and explain a sequential and structured process to parties involved;
• Maintaining neutrality throughout investigations or resolution processes;
• Drafting organized and well-written technical documents (a writing sample may be required);
• Securing sensitive and confidential information;
• Building rapport and trust with supervisors and co-workers;
• Taking initiative to complete projects and improve departmental workflows, procedures, and practices; and
• Communicating effectively with others (supervisors, co-workers, collaborators, etc.)

Applicants might have acquired this experience working in human resource management, regulatory compliance, student conduct, law enforcement, litigation, or a related occupation/profession.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate or professional degree (MA, MS, MPA, MLS, MBA, MEd, JD, EdD, PhD) in a related field (Criminal Justice, Human Resources, Educational Administration, Public Administration, etc.)
More than two (2) years of demonstrated work experience identified under the minimum qualifications, and:

• Experience working in or with an institution of higher education (IHE) or high school or government agency.
• Experience at a public IHE is desirable.
• Experience working with diverse populations that have produced an understanding of the lived experiences of marginalized/underrepresented individuals.
• Experience serving international students, scholars, or employees.

Posted Salary: $65,000/yr. minimum

Job Type: Full-Time

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