Equity Compliance Specialist

October 11, 2024

Belmont University



Equity Compliance Specialist

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Equity Compliance Specialist at Belmont University. 

Employment Type 

Staff

Internal Job Category

Exempt (Staff)
Full-Time
Department

Title IX
Hours 


Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:		  

Position purpose: 
Ensures legal compliance and safeguards a positive student experience by consulting on and investigating civil rights complaints primarily consisting of disability, race, and sex discrimination or harassment claims. 
Responsible for properly documenting reports, interviewing students and staff, drafting investigative reports, assessing relevant evidence, and adhering to statutory timelines. Provides consult to students and staff on civil rights violations identification, reporting, investigation, and resolution. Develops data driven civil rights best practices that meet federal, state, and University compliance requirements. Plans and facilitates programming, training, and events. Works closely with the department’s leadership team to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery to students
1. Primarily responsible for conducting civil rights investigations to ensure legal compliance by interviewing faculty, staff, and students, documenting procedural steps, assessing credibility, acting as fact finder, and drafting formal investigative reports.   
2. Consults with administration, faculty/staff, and students on civil rights violations regarding identification, reporting, investigation, and resolution. 
3. Participates in dispute resolution efforts including written responses, mediation, and informal dispute resolution.
4. Stays abreast of changing legal requirements and nationwide best practices for civil rights in the Higher Education context.   
5. Collects, prepares, and maintains data for to ensure legal reporting requirements are met. Helps to create data driven best practices and procedures.  
6. Plans and coordinates continuing mandatory and optional programming, training, events, and professional development opportunities.
7.  The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications: Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered community of learning and service. 

  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
  • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  • Ability to investigate civil rights complaints by reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses. 
  • Experience with public speaking. 
  • Experience planning and facilitating trainings or professional development. 
   
Required Education Education: Juris Doctorate or Masters Degree or Bachelors Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration or related field.
   
Required Experience 2 years experience with Civil Rights and/or general investigative experience preferred. Experience working in the education context preferred.
   
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

 

 

 

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

 

Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:		  

Position purpose: 
Ensures legal compliance and safeguards a positive student experience by consulting on and investigating civil rights complaints primarily consisting of disability, race, and sex discrimination or harassment claims. 
Responsible for properly documenting reports, interviewing students and staff, drafting investigative reports, assessing relevant evidence, and adhering to statutory timelines. Provides consult to students and staff on civil rights violations identification, reporting, investigation, and resolution. Develops data driven civil rights best practices that meet federal, state, and University compliance requirements. Plans and facilitates programming, training, and events. Works closely with the department’s leadership team to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery to students
1. Primarily responsible for conducting civil rights investigations to ensure legal compliance by interviewing faculty, staff, and students, documenting procedural steps, assessing credibility, acting as fact finder, and drafting formal investigative reports.   
2. Consults with administration, faculty/staff, and students on civil rights violations regarding identification, reporting, investigation, and resolution. 
3. Participates in dispute resolution efforts including written responses, mediation, and informal dispute resolution.
4. Stays abreast of changing legal requirements and nationwide best practices for civil rights in the Higher Education context.   
5. Collects, prepares, and maintains data for to ensure legal reporting requirements are met. Helps to create data driven best practices and procedures.  
6. Plans and coordinates continuing mandatory and optional programming, training, events, and professional development opportunities.
7.  The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Required Qualifications: Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff that share the University’s values and will contribute to its mission and vision to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christ-centered community of learning and service. 

  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard work.
  • Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  • Ability to investigate civil rights complaints by reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses. 
  • Experience with public speaking. 
  • Experience planning and facilitating trainings or professional development. 
   
Required Education Education: Juris Doctorate or Masters Degree or Bachelors Degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration or related field.
   
Required Experience 2 years experience with Civil Rights and/or general investigative experience preferred. Experience working in the education context preferred.
   
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

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