Director, Operations & Logistics

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Open Date 06/10/2024 Requisition Number PRN38825B Job Title Director, Operations & Logistics Working Title Director, OEO/AA Job Grade H FLSA Code Executive Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

M-F, 8-5

VP Area President Department 00288 - Equal Opport

• Affirm Action Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 75900 - 172372 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

The Office of General Counsel at the University of Utah seeks an experienced and collaborative leader to oversee the University's Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action as the Director. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA) is a professional resource dedicated to the University of Utah's commitment to provide equal access to University programs and a fair and impartial environment for all individuals to pursue their academic and professional endeavors. In order to further this commitment, the OEO/AA is responsible to ensure University practices and nondiscrimination policies are in full compliance with all federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, and to provide processes to fairly and effectively resolve complaints, to provide reasonable accommodations, and to make appropriate corrections. OEO/AA is responsible for equal opportunity oversight throughout campus, including the operations of University of Utah Health Care.

The Director of the OEO/AA serves as the University's Title IX Coordinator and is responsible to oversee the University's response to reports and complaints that involve possible sex discrimination, to monitor outcomes, to identify and address any patterns, and to assess effects on the campus climate so the institution can address issues that affect the wider University community.

This position also oversees the University's ADA/Section 504 Coordinator and is responsible to oversee the University's efforts to comply with the ADA and Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, to ensure that University programs and facilities are accessible for faculty, staff, and students, to ensure public access to University health care, services, and programs; and to provide prompt and appropriate processes for responding to requests for reasonable accommodations and for resolving complaints.

Priority application review window now through July 8, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure implementation of the University's Non-Discrimination Policy, addressing issues of discrimination, harassment or sexual misconduct, with a trauma-informed approach and demonstrated commitment to understanding the needs, and furthering the interests, of all members of the University community, including vulnerable populations.

• Serve as an ambassador of the principles of equality and equal opportunity and cultivate productive and collaborative relationships within a dynamic multi-faceted University community.

• Serve as the liaison between the University and government agencies, advocacy groups, and others regarding the University's equal opportunity and affirmative action programs, policies, and commitments in consultation with the Office of General Counsel in settings where litigation is pending or threatened or when external agencies are involved.

• Coordinate the dissemination of information regarding the University's AA/EEO policies to all applicants, employees, and students of the University.

• Oversee investigations, in consultation with others, related to Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity, and Title IX, including coordinating, training and developing Title IX deputy coordinators.

• Coordinate the University's Affirmative Action Plan-a federal legal requirement to develop, evaluate, monitor and update a plan annually to ensure fair employment practices.

• Lead and manage OEO staff, including ensuring appropriate professional development opportunities.

• Monitor the recruitment of administrative, professional and faculty positions. • Conduct complex research and statistical analysis including preparation of all affirmative action compliance reports including workforce analysis, analysis of availability data and VETS report.

• Oversee the University's ADA/Section 504 Coordinator including oversight of compliance with the ADA and Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

• Serve as University's Title IX Coordinator and be responsible to oversee the University's response to reports and complaints that involve possible sex discrimination to monitor outcomes, identify and address any patterns, and assess effects on the campus climate so the institution can address issues that affect the wider University community.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required.

Master's degree in Business Administration, or related area preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Five years' progressively responsible leadership experience; affirmative action and equal employment opportunity experience; higher education experience; bachelor's degree in relevant field (J.D. or master's preferred); strong analytical and project management skills; experience with complex data gathering and reporting methods including statistical analysis; excellent interpersonal skills, including proven ability to establish rapport and credibility with a wide-range of constituencies in a culturally diverse environment; collaborative approach to work; excellent writing and presentation skills; and ability to synthesize critical information and communicate key messages.

Helpful Experience:

Working with health care providers; expertise in affirmative action regulations governing federal contractors; responding to OFCCP audits; understanding of HR information systems and applicant tracking systems with respect to affirmative action compliance.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• How many years of progressively more responsible management experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 year or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more, but less than 12 years

• 12 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission