Job Summary Responsible for conducting timely investigations of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct allegations filed with the Office for Access and Equity, and related duties. Duties & Responsibilities Investigations and Hearings Conduct independent and neutral investigations in response to discrimination and harassment claims filed with the University. This responsibility entails: interviewing relevant parties; gathering, compiling, and analyzing relevant documents and information; assessing witness credibility; reaching sound legal and policy conclusions; presenting case information through effective oral and written communication; delivering timely written reports; appearing before an appeal panel and responding to questions; and working with campus units, human resources representatives, and legal counsel to identify appropriate remediation where appropriate and necessary. Serve as a principal investigator for matters involving University Laboratory High School and University Primary School. Facilitate live Title IX hearings, including but not limited to serving in the role of decision maker. This responsibility includes responding to objections, making determinations surrounding relevance of evidence and testimony, maintaining decorum, and issuing the written determination result of the hearing. Respond on behalf of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to complaints filed with federal and state agencies, including preparing position statements and verified responses, responding to information requests, preparing employee witnesses to testify before federal and state agencies, and participating in fact-finding proceedings before agencies that enforce federal and state discrimination laws. Committees, Information Requests, Guidance, Relationships Assist in preparing responses to FOIA requests, government agencies' data requests, and subpoenas. Maintain and audit data relative to the investigations in which you were the principal investigator. Provide advice, guidance, and training to faculty and staff on issues of discrimination and harassment, and sexual misconduct. Maintain collaborative relationships with campus academic and administrative units, human resource offices, University legal counsel and federal and state agencies. Develop, present, and provide consultation for educational programs on civil rights compliance and equal opportunity issues related to employment and education. Stay abreast of federal and state laws and regulations concerning equal opportunities and access for employees and students, affirmative action and University employment policies and procedures for faculty, staff and academic professional employees. Serve on various committees and perform other related duties to further the mission of the university. Actively promote a healthy office culture that: supports the well-being and professional growth of all staff members, consistently attends to equity and diversity principles, and leverages the expertise and talent of all staff members to develop best practices and be leaders in our field. Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school At least three years of relevant experience and demonstrated success in handling conflicts At least three years of experience participating in administrative hearings, civil litigation, or criminal litigation. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience in conducting investigations. Prior experience working with civil rights claims. Prior experience working in higher education with faculty, staff, and students. Experience operating in databases, responding to Freedom of Information Act requests, and working with Excel. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Strong organizational, planning, analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to work independently and with sound judgement. Demonstrated ability to manage high volume and time-sensitive workload. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to manage and work with human conflict. Ability to be detail oriented when working with databases and in generating system reports. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative and diverse environment. Strong commitment to diversity, affirmative action and equal employment opportunity. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local laws and regulations. Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge and enforcement of federal and state civil rights laws. Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 4/16/2023. Salary is commensurate with experience. This is a multi-hire search and applicants may be interviewed and hired before the full consideration date. All applicants who apply by the full consideration date will be considered for at least one of the hires. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by   6:00 pm (CST) on April 7, 2023 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through   https://jobs.illinois.edu   will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Hope Farney at hfarney@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit   Required Employment Notices and Posters   to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through   E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations   portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing   accessibility@illinois.edu . Requisition ID : 1012984 Job Category : Administrative Apply at:   https://jobs.illinois.edu

Job Summary The Senior EEO Associate will coordinate the day-to-day operations of a team of EEO Associates and a case manager. They will provide direct day-to-day support, oversight, and coordination of the investigative caseload and workflows to ensure timely responses, in addition to their own investigative work. Duties & Responsibilities Oversight/Ensuring Compliance Oversee and lead a team of EEO investigators and a case manager in the EEO division of the Office for Access and Equity Ensure investigations of reports and complaints of sexual misconduct and discrimination are independently reviewed to be adequate, reliable, timely, consistent, confidential and impartial. Ensure initial assessment of complaints and final closure of case files is completed in accordance with division procedures Oversee claims filed with external civil rights enforcement agencies which involve allegations of discrimination on the basis of all applicable Federal and State Civil Rights laws in the area of employment, education and public accommodations on the Urbana-Champaign campus Oversee the preparation of position statements and verified responses and provide support to the EEO Associates during fact-finding proceedings before external agencies that enforce Federal and State laws Oversee the informal process of the sexual misconduct and non-discrimination procedures Ensure ongoing compliance by collecting and analyzing data, writing comprehensive reports for administration and ensuring complete records of investigations Stay abreast of Federal and State laws and regulations concerning equal employment opportunity and university employment policies and procedures for all faculty, staff and academic professional employees Provide advice and guidance to faculty and staff on issues of discrimination and harassment Investigative Work Conduct independent and neutral investigations, as case volume dictates, in response to discrimination and harassment claims filed with the University. This responsibility entails: interviewing relevant parties; gathering, compiling, and analyzing relevant documents and information; assessing witness credibility; reaching sound legal and policy conclusions; presenting case information through effective oral and written communication; delivering timely written reports; appearing before an appeal panel and responding to questions; and working with campus units, human resources representatives, and legal counsel to identify appropriate remediation where appropriate and necessary. Serve as a principal investigator for matters involving University Laboratory High School and University Primary School Facilitate live Title IX hearings, including but not limited to serving in the role of decision maker. This responsibility includes responding to objections, making determinations surrounding relevance of evidence and testimony, maintaining decorum, and issuing the written determination result of the hearing. Committees/Trainings/Outreach/Data Analysis Conduct trainings and workshops around EEO topics Maintain collaborative relationships between Illinois campus and external entities addressing issues on equal opportunity Serves on various committees as required Coordinates response to FOIA requests, government agencies’ data requests, and subpoenas Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Education: Juris Doctor degreeExperience: Demonstrated ability to apply complex policies and procedures in the investigation of civil rights complaints Relevant professional experience and demonstrated success in handling conflicts in human relationships Demonstrated ability to conduct timely and thorough investigations while maintaining a complete case file Experience participating in administrative hearings, civil litigation, or criminal litigation Preferred Qualifications Experience: Familiarity with applying the EEO division’s policies and procedures Prior experience working in higher education with faculty, staff and students Supervisory experience Specialty Factors Training, Licenses or Certifications Preferred: Title IX investigator and/or decisionmaker training Knowledge, Skills and Abilities   Skill in monitoring the preparation of comprehensive investigative reports and interpreting and applying policies and procedures Ability to organize and conduct effective investigations, prepare concise and cogent written analyses of complaints and mediate and resolve conflicts when appropriate. • Strong organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and with sound judgment Ability to make fair, consistent and evidence-based decisions Ability to design, develop, and present effective training and educational programs to a variety of audiences on EEO topics Ability to work with colleges and academic units across campus Sense of urgency in approaching responsibilities Demonstrated ability to manage high volume and time-sensitive workload and to meet demanding deadlines Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative and diverse environment Strong commitment to diversity, affirmative action and equal employment opportunity Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to equal employment, affirmative action, and individuals’ civil rights, employment, affirmative action and individuals’ civil rights Awareness of the necessity to maintain confidential and neutrality Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 12/16/2022. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on November 11, 2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through   https://jobs.illinois.edu   will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Adam VanDuyne at vanduyne@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit   Required Employment Notices and Posters   to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through   E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations   portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing   accessibility@illinois.edu .

Job Summary Responsible for managing, coordinating, and implementing programs, initiatives, and research support for the Associate Vice Chancellor for Native Affairs (AVC NA) within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Duties & Responsibilities Serves as project leader, organizing and managing research and implementing strategic programs for the AVC of Native Affairs. This includes managing data that captures Indigenous-related activities on campus, including new and ongoing initiatives, research grants, and collaborative research activities. Provides management reports, analyses, data, and information for administrative purposes from both formal and informal sources. Coordinate summer programs as needed, including the management of forms, permissions, policy around minors, housing, identification and training of student mentors, etc. This includes planning, goal setting, and prioritization of annual programs such as the Indigenous Pathways Summer Program. Coordinate communication with stakeholders and partners who are involved in collaborative projects and initiatives from multiple constituencies including campus partners, off-campus partners, and constituents in Native Nations. In partnership with the AVC for Native Affairs, become an expert in recruiting Native students, spreading capacity to recruit Native students across campus, and leveraging existing campus initiatives to increase the recruitment and retention of native students. Provide daily management of any ongoing AVC NA programs including giving direction to support staff on the project. Coordinate centralized filing and organization schemes for the AVC for Native Affairs and consolidate various flows of information and communication from partners including various software tools such as Box, AirTable, Teams, etc. Coordinate the maintenance of publication materials for the AVC for Native Affairs including website materials and updates, including colleagues in OVCDEI and in academic colleges such as American Indian Studies, Anthropology, Student Affairs, the NAGRPA Office, and other affiliated units. Pursues professional development activities to expand knowledge and maintain currency. Acts as point of contact with campus, agency, and university departments and represents the senior administrator on various committees. Additional Physical Demands Temporary funding for this position is currently available for up to three years. Travel Requirements 0% Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. One (1) year of work experience in event, project, or program coordination or management. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.) Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree. Experience supporting or contributing to diversity, equity and/or inclusion initiatives or programs for Native populations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, personal interest, and commitment to diversity and multiculturalism as educational, community, and professional goals. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work with diverse populations at the college and in the community. Ability to function independently.   Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 12/11/2022. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on Friday, November 18, 2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on the University of Illinois Job Board. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through   https://jobs.illinois.edu   will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Hope Farney at   hfarney@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit   Required Employment Notices and Posters   to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through   E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations   portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing   accessibility@illinois.edu .

Job Summary Plans and manages academic and social programs for Illinois Summer Bridge Program (Illinois Scholars Program [ISP], Early Access Program). Reporting to the Director of Curriculum Development and Education, responsible for planning and organizing activities of the ISP; providing support for ISP students and mentors; maintaining a tracking system to evaluate student progress and/or interventions; interfacing with internal and external partners to coordinate and communicate among early access experiences.   Duties & Responsibilities Develop and oversee the Illinois Scholars Program Serves as the primary coordinator and liaison for the Illinois Scholars Program, communicating with relevant stakeholders and planning program logistics. Provides daily management of mentoring and bridge programs, which includes supervision of student staff and budget reporting. Oversees recruitment of incoming students and mentors to the program. Hires, supervises, and creates development opportunities for student staff. Creates and oversees the implementation of ongoing marketing. Meets with students individually to discuss academic responsibilities and struggles. Arranges and implement academic, career, and social support programs for program participants. Coordinates program evaluation. Coordinate communication and collaboration among campus early access programs Facilitates coordination among campus early access programs to build strong network and collaboration Interfaces with enrollment management, minority student affairs, campus’ pre-college programs, Chancellor and Provost offices, and other entities Researches and recommends potential strategies for addressing and reducing barriers to academic inclusive excellence, particularly for targeted student populations Develop and maintain strong relationships with campus partners and external stakeholders Cultivates and maintains relationships with community partners and stakeholders. Communicates effectively with students, staff, faculty, and administrators about the program. Fosters relationships with other departments that enhance and/or strengthen the Illinois Scholars Program as well as other early access programs Administrative Duties Provides support, assistance, and reasoned advice to the Academic Inclusive Excellence team (e.g., problem-solving, crisis communications, report-writing, special projects) Develops detailed purchasing plan including catering, event space, supplies, housing requirements, etc. Prepares, submits, and manages budget requests Prepares annual and other reports Assists with fundraising and grants to sustain initiatives Other duties as assigned Additional Physical Demands Standard Office Environment Travel Requirements 0% Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Two years of work experience developing and providing educational programs to students in a higher education setting. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.) Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Education or related field. 4 years of leadership experience coordinating summer bridge and college transition programming and mentoring for students. Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, including URM, first-generation, low-income, low-sending counties, or EOP. Experience supervising student staff Knowledge, Skills and Abilities A track record of success coordinating and leading diversity initiatives in a complex university environment. Strong leadership, administrative, and presentation skills, including oral and written communications. Track record of success in promoting student diversity, inclusion and/or success. Experience in assessment and evaluation practices. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team Demonstrated ability to manage both individual and team deadlines on multiple, simultaneous projects Working knowledge of student advising and support systems Knowledge of educational issues and trends related to student success Budget development or oversight responsibilities   Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close date. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on Friday, November 4, 2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through   https://jobs.illinois.edu   will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Hope Farney at   hfarney@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit   Required Employment Notices and Posters   to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through   E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations   portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing   accessibility@illinois.edu .

Job Summary Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of data for the Affirmative Action Analytics and Planning Division in the Office for Access & Equity (OAE). Duties & Responsibilities Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and databases to improve functionality, accessibility, data sharing, and visualization in and/or among the various data, communications, and systems managed by the division. Understand campus' primary data source systems, including table and data model relationships. Use that understanding to develop standard and ad-hoc reports that accurately answer questions from leadership. Analyze and prepare data and materials for the affirmative action plan. This includes but not limited to affirmative action meetings and audit responses/submissions to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program (OFCCP). Run reports including employee data, application information, hires, promotions, and terminations. Conduct project-specific data analysis that includes analyzing and mapping required data Design, develop, and maintain logical and physical data infrastructure to meet new and changing business requirements within the division. Design workflows and forms that improve efficiency and effectiveness using standard campus tools (form builder, webtools, etc.). Regularly audit and ensure data integrity in data systems. Identify and explore useful new technologies that fit within the division's strategic direction. Assist division with effective data collection and storage processes. Maintain documentation on procedures associated with these roles. Perform other duties as assigned to further the mission of the Office for Access and Equity. Minimum Qualifications Two years of progressively more responsible work experience in an Information Technology (IT) related profession. College course work which included Information Technology (IT), IT Management, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows: 60 semester hours or associate degree equals one (1) year, 90-120 semester hours or Bachelor's Degree equals two (2) years. Professional business, financial, and /or managerial work experience analyzing and reporting data to identify issues, trends. Demonstrated experience creating and working with relational data models and query language. Experience with other programming or markup language. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Advanced Excel skills, including but not limited to: vlookup/xlookup, switch, conditional logic, stats (stddeve, median) and experience working with affirmative action plans and regulations.  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to analyze data, problem solve, and clearly communicate Demonstrated ability to creatively solve data, process, or organizational problems Strong discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive data Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commitment to diversity, affirmative action, and equal employment opportunity Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative and diverse environment Strong organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to manage high volume and time-sensitive workload   Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 9/26/2022. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by September 26, 2022. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through this website will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Heidi Johnson (johnso19@illinois.edu). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit   Required Employment Notices and Posters   to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirements, and employment eligibility review through   E-Verify . Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations   portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing   accessibility@illinois.edu .