Equal Opportunity Associate (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Title Equal Opportunity Associate (multiple vacancies) Working Location (City, State) Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank N/A Position Number 090291 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

• Bachelor's degree

• At least two years of demonstrated progressive experience in compliance-related responsibilities

• Background knowledge and training in civil rights laws, related guidance, and relevant North Carolina statutes

• Demonstrated experience working on complex and confidential issues utilizing judgment, tact, and resourcefulness

• Experience in providing education, trainings, or workshops to a variety of populations

License/Certification Required

n/a

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil Rights or Title IX investigator training/certification

• Experience in conducting equitable, confidential inquiries and investigations in discrimination and Title IX cases

• Working knowledge of the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Equal Opportunity Associate works closely with the relevant University, state, and federal policies and mandates regarding Title IX, the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization, Title VII, the Age Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy, Campus Crime Statistics Act, etc.

The EO Associate will have the following responsibilities related to investigations:

• Process, investigate, and mediate complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation from students, faculty, and staff.

• Operationalize all relevant University, state, and federal policies and mandates regarding the investigation of discrimination and unlawful harassment.

• Provide equitable and fair treatment to all parties interviewed and accessed in relation to any investigation.

• Conduct unbiased and trauma-informed interviews with all parties in relation to any investigation.

• Author comprehensive investigative reports illuminating all relevant details to a complaint including, but not limited to, interview summaries and material evidence review.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files including, but not limited to, a timeline of the investigative process and communication with all relevant parties associated with an investigation.

• Maintain a high level of privacy and confidentiality during all proceedings with the utmost discretion and sensitivity to all parties accessed and associated with an investigation.

• Assist in the complaint process by being available to confer with members of the campus community regarding policy, procedures, and protections under University policy.

The Equal Opportunity Associate will also have the following responsibilities in association with their role:

• Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive University policies, procedures, and practices in association with University Policy, civil rights laws including, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, Section 504, etc.

• Work collaboratively with important campus stakeholders including, but not limited to, Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Human Resources, regarding the maintenance of a safe, inclusive campus community.

• Assist in efforts to prevent and respond to sexual and relationship violence including, but not limited to, client intake and follow-up, and participation in campus and community committees.

• Assist in training and educational efforts of University students, employees, and community members regarding equal opportunity laws and compliance issues. Assist in maintaining accurate training records and public dissemination.

• Participate in active and ongoing training and professional development.

• Facilitates the interactive process for employees seeking disability, religious, and pregnancy-related accommodations.

• Promotes and assists in providing access to ensure inclusive environments for University events.

Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Mon-Fri, 8:00 am

• 5:00 pm - some night hours Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No Suggested Salary Range Anticipated hiring range: $62,000-69,000 Physical Demands of Position

Typical physical demands of a professional position within the university office area.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 06/14/2024 Closing Date 06/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Evaluation of Applications Begins 06/17/2024 Proposed Date of Hire 07/22/2024 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 three professional references with contact information

Search Chair Name Andrew Lail Search Chair Email lailaj@appstate.edu Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/46621 Posting Number 201501453P