<p>Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania's Office for Equal Opportunity and Compliance (OEOC) invites applicants for the position of Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity and Title IX Investigator.</p> <p>West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.</p> <p>WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; generous retirement plans; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.</p> <p>The Office for Equal Opportunity and Compliance provide leadership and expertise to West Chester University to ensure equitable access and opportunities are a shared responsibility.  We do this by offering policy guidance, education, collaborative partnerships, outreach, and complaint resolution to create welcoming environments that enable everyone to succeed.</p> <p>Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President and Director for Equity and Compliance, the Assistant Director, Equal Opportunity and Title IX Investigator provides leadership in the development and achievement of the University's equity goals; serves as the lead investigator for harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct complaints; and coordinates educational and programmatic opportunities for campus community and partners.  This position is a highly confidential assignment requiring the utmost respect and privacy. </p> <p>The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience conducting complaint investigations, researching legal requirements, and developing and implementing educational programs; the ability to collaborate and communicate diplomatically with diverse campus constituents including students, faculty and staff; and a commitment to advance the University mission of diversity and equal opportunity for all employees a and students and to improve WCU processes. </p> <p>Responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Monitor and enforce West Chester University policies related to sexual harassment and discrimination </li><li>Investigate complaints of sexual harassment and other forms of discrimination </li><li>Prepare and submit investigative reports </li><li>Develop and conduct proactive educational programs related to equal opportunity, diversity, and/or inclusion  </li><li>Provide leadership to equity committees to identify and address equity concerns </li><li>Identify and implement programs and initiatives to address campus climate issues </li><li>Serve on University committees that address equity issues </li><li>Remain knowledgeable on current laws, regulations and best practices to improve processes </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned </li><li>Master's degree in Higher Education, Social Work, Public Administration or a related field OR J.D or J.D. in progress OR comparable professional experience </li><li>Three (3) years of experience in higher education, a legal setting, or community agency  </li><li>Specialized training investigating Human Resources, Equal Opportunity, Title VII, Title IX, ADA or Civil Rights Complaints </li><li>Professional experience researching legal requirements </li><li>Professional experience with diversity, equity, and/or inclusion  </li><li>Professional conflict resolution experience </li><li>Excellent written communication skills </li><li>Experience writing complex reports and data analysis </li><li>Experience developing and implementing educational programs </li></ul> <p>This hybrid position blends in-office and remote work.</p> <p>The salary range for this position is $86,565 to $100,000 commensurate with education and experience.</p> <p>Candidates should apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. A cover letter, resume, and three professional references with contact information including position title, phone number, and email address are required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.</p> <p>Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. </p> <p>Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.</p> <p>Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>