Associate Director

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. Required Education and Experience 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. Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. 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. 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. Posting Disclaimer The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.