Employee Relations and Title IX Coordinator

Employee Relations and Title IX Coordinator

Southwestern Community College District

Work Site: 900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Department: Employee Relations & Title IX

District Values
Incumbents in District positions are expected to exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Human Resources or designated administrator, perform a variety of professional-level human resources duties in support of employer-employee relations and Title IX.
This is a confidential classification. As such, incumbents perform duties that involve gathering or reviewing information or data concerning employee grievances or discipline matters, or data relating to or containing information about employer bargaining positions, negotiation strategies, or proposals.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Conduct research and analysis of disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, Title 5 and Title IX concerns, and other employee relations matters.
2. Respond to initial verbal or written inquiries on routine labor and employee relations matters as well as campus community concerns including those related to discrimination and harassment; forward more complex issues to the appropriate administrator.
3. Conduct investigations related to employee and labor relations as well as discrimination and harassment allegations; present findings and conclusions to management; prepare and edit related reports and correspondence; make recommendations for follow-up or further action.
4. Gather, analyze, organize, and compile documentary evidence from multiple sources for investigative reports, proposed disciplinary actions, responses to state and federal government agencies, administrative hearings, and mediations.
5. Assist in responding to government agency complaints including proceedings before the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Commission (DFEH), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and the Department of Labor (DOL).
6. Advise management and supervisory personnel on disciplinary and performance issues and grievance policies and procedures; recommend solutions to personnel related issues.
7. Assist management in developing and implementing new operational procedures to accommodate legislative changes; develop and monitor operational procedures to enhance workflow and program effectiveness.
8. Manage complex special projects as assigned; compile and evaluate statistical and other data to prepare various reports.
9. May participate in the design, coordination, and implementation of workshops, training programs, and seminars for the College community; plan and organize speakers, prepare training content, coordinate participants, and oversee event logistics; develop and conduct trainings as assigned.
10. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge and Abilities:
MUST HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Operations, services, and activities of a human resources program.
• Principles and practices of public human resources administration.
• Labor and employer relations practices.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, and provision including Title VII, Title IX, the Clery Act as amended, the ADA, the State Education Code, and the California Code of Regulations.
• Demonstrated understanding of diversity and equal opportunity, and experience working with people of varying age, class, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, nationality, race, religion, sexual identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.
• Methods and techniques of research and analysis.
• Principles and practices used in preparing, reviewing, and evaluating a variety of data.
• Principles and practices used in the preparation of comprehensive, clear, and concise reports.
• Oral and written communication.
• Principles and practices utilized in human resources program coordination and administration.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Basic principles and practices of training development.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and HRIS management systems.

MUST HAVE ABILITY TO:

• Perform a variety of professional-level human resources duties in support of employer-employee relations and Title IX with minimum supervision involving the use of a high level of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Assist in organizing and administering various District human resources programs, functions, and services.
• Research, compile, assemble, analyze, and interpret data from diverse sources.
• Organize and synthesize complex information to write thorough and comprehensive factual reports; disseminate detailed information.
• Work confidentially with discretion; maintain confidentiality of work performed including to maintain confidential employee files.
• Maintain current knowledge of, understand, interpret, apply, communicate, and explain general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as pertinent federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
• Understand and interpret Memorandum of Understanding relating to labor and employee relations.
• Assist on ongoing and complex caseload of Title IX related incidents, complaints, and/or grievances to a prompt, effective, and equitable remedy.
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and time lines; meet critical deadlines while working with frequent interruptions.
• Exercise judgment, diplomacy, discretion, and a high level of independence in handling matters of a sensitive and confidential nature.
• Design and deliver training programs to all constituents of the District.
• Treat interviewees, including complainants, witnesses, and subjects of investigations with respect, dignity, and reassurance.
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, District staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
• Work successfully with District faculty, administrators, and staff as well as community representatives.
• Type or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
• Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, personnel administration, or a closely related field AND
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible technical and analytical employer-employee relations experience.

Minimum Qualifications: (Faculty and Academic Administrator Positions Only)


Desirable Qualifications:
Experience performing investigations related to labor and employee relations, unlawful discrimination, or Title IX is preferred.

Salary
R. 16, Step 1-7, $5,830.00-$8,289.00. Initial placement for external applicants is Step 1. An excellent benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, retirement, vacation, generous sick leave package, and life insurance is available for the employee and eligible dependents.

Start Date

As soon as the successful candidate is identified and following the subsequent governing board approval.

Screening Deadline
All application materials must be received on-line at https://jobs.swccd.edu. Position is open until filled. Applications received by the first screening deadline of 11:59 p.m. on Friday, November 11, 2022 are guaranteed to be reviewed by the selection committee. Any application received after the deadline is not guaranteed a review. Extended application deadline of 11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 13, 2023.

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Approximately). Work schedule may be adjusted to meet the needs of the office.Successful candidate may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).

Additional Information:
We regret we are unable to accept faxed, e-mailed, mailed, or hand delivered application materials. Only complete application materials submitted through SWC online system will be accepted. To complete and submit your application for this position, please visit our online employment website at https://jobs.swccd.edu. All required information must be submitted online before the review date and time indicated on the job posting.

A confirmation number will be assigned if your application packet has been successfully submitted. Assistance with the online application process is available through the Human Resources Office at 900 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA 91910; telephone: (619) 482-6395 or e-mail to employment@swccd.edu.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the review deadline date. A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become District property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

Candidates selected for employment with Southwestern Community College District must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

In addition to the above, for Faculty/Administrator positions (only), successful candidate must submit official (sealed) college transcripts confirming date degree conferred and/or a valid CA Community College Credential.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made at the time the interview appointment is scheduled.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Southwestern Community College District will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

The Southwestern Community College District shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the District on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report - Southwestern College is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website at https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/safety-and-security/jeanne-clery-act/">https://www.swccd.edu/student-support/safety-and-security/jeanne-clery-act/.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the SWC College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.

The report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention; public safety authority; crime reporting policies; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking; the procedures the College will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the College or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

This information is required by law and is provided by the SWC College Police Department.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP) - More information about the DAAPP, including the Drug Free Environment and Drug Prevention Program Policy and Procedure and Biennial report can be found in the Health and Safety Section of the campus Consumer Information page ( http://www.swccd.edu/index.aspx?page=1084)

To apply, visit: https://jobs.swccd.edu/postings/4068





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