Associate Director, Deputy Title VI Coordinator

Associate Director, Deputy Title VI Coordinator

Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility

Position Focus:

The Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA) supports Yale University’s commitment to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments. It enforces compliance with the University's non-discrimination policies and federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. Reporting to the Deputy Director of OIEA, the Associate Director and Deputy Title VI Coordinator utilizes professional experience and training, as well as cultural competence, to manage complex investigations into allegations of violations of University policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on protected classes, with a focus on Title VI related matters and supports campus stakeholders in the creation of diverse, equitable, and inclusive climates.

Dept/Section URL

https://oiea.yale.edu/

Essential Duties

1. Reviews alleged violations of university policy against discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristic to determine appropriate resolution processes. Focuses on Title VI related matters. Works with OIEA colleagues to develop investigative strategy; provides updates and advises relevant parties on investigative process; conducts party and witness interviews and reviews related statements and files of relevant parties to make credibility assessments; performs relevant legal analysis and communicates with parties and witnesses while protecting the integrity of the record and privacy of the investigation; drafts and presents findings and appropriate supporting documents related to resolution of each matter. 2. Update OIEA’s procedures, as needed, to align with Title VI requirements. 3. Facilitates alternative dispute resolution options to resolve alleged violations of the university’s policy against discrimination and harassment. 4. Consult and partner with campus colleagues to respond to and address protected-class-based behavior; make recommendations to leadership for appropriate action intended to eliminate and prevent discrimination, harassment and retaliation in the learning and working environments; and support campus stakeholders in the creation of favorable climates for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through consultation, education, and outreach. 5. Act as a subject matter expert on Title VI compliance for the OIEA team and campus partners; provide recommendations around best practices. 6. Provide support around tracking and trending of Title VI related matters; assist with creating reports to share with campus partners and University leadership. 7. Represents the department to constituencies on and off campus and provides training and professional development for members of the Yale community; work alongside Associate Director of Education and Outreach to provide training. 8. Provides facilitation of disability and religious accommodation requests. 9. Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and five years of demonstrated experience in a human resources field at the professional level or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a diverse community, cultural competence, emotional intelligence, and a strong team orientation. Proven counseling, mediation, investigatory, and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex situations, particularly those with a high level of confidentiality and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and excellent attention to detail. Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and use of electronic databases.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, planning and organizational skills and the ability to understand and explain complex policies. Ability to interpret federal, state, and local affirmative action, equal opportunity, and non-discrimination regulations.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Juris Doctorate or master's degree in human resources, higher education, or related field strongly preferred. Experience leading protected class-based discrimination and harassment investigations, with preference for academic environment investigations. Extensive knowledge of protections against discrimination and harassment.

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