Civil Rights Investigator (Human Resources

Civil Rights Investigator (Human Resources & Employee Relations) - District

Department: Human Resources (D)

Position Type: Support Staff (Classified / Confidential)

College/Campus: District

Physical location of the position: District

Employment Type: Full-Time

Length: 12-month

Salary Range: Grade U

Salary Amount: $8,557 - $10,416

Salary Type: Monthly

Is this position categorically (grant) funded? No

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the District Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator, performs complex investigations related to violations of civil rights, gender equality, sexual harassment, equal employment opportunity (EEO), and accessibility for individuals with disabilities; and assists in the development and implementation of training programs to increase awareness in one or more areas listed above, as well as the related policies, procedures, and practices of the District.

PROVIDES WORK OR LEAD DIRECTION TO:
May lead projects from initiation to completion that involves Classified/Classified-Confidential employees, and legal professionals and counsel.

Education:
Education and Experience:
a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business, educational or public administration, human resources management, social work, law, or a related field and four years of related job experience investigating and processing complaints, appeals, and grievances related to equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX or other civil rights compliance, or related areas. (A master's degree in the educational areas above may substitute for two years of the required experience.)

Experience:
Knowledge Of:
1. Historical and contemporary federal, state and local laws, regulations, and guidelines related to civil rights enforcement including but not limited to: FEHA, ADA, Civil Rights Act of 1963, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, VAWA/SaVE, ADA, ADEA, ADAAA 2008, CFRA, FMLA, CCR Title 5 sections 53000 and 59300 et seq., Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and other relevant anti-discrimination laws and regulations specific to higher education including FERPA and the Clery Act.
2. Employment policies, procedures, and practices applicable to higher education.
3. General rules and administrative policies related to EEO, sexual harassment, discrimination, gender equity, and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
4. Collective bargaining practices in higher education.
5. Fact finding and investigative methods and procedures including but not limited to trauma-informed interviewing techniques.
6. Principles and techniques of training.
7. Principles and techniques of counseling, guidance, and conflict resolution.
8. Principles of and techniques used to promote human and inter-group relations.
9. Research, analytical, and statistical methods used in assigned area.
10. Characteristics and working conditions of staff, management, and faculty job classifications used in higher education.
11. Organization and management of complex and sensitive records.

Ability To:
1. Maintain a high level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
2. Analyze and streamline existing processes and create new and expedient processes as needed.
3. Interpret and apply multiple, complex laws, statutes, and regulations.
4. Communicate information clearly and succinctly in written and verbal formats.
5. Work with distressed individuals in the course of investigations.
6. Demonstrate excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
7. Demonstrate a proficient level of computer skills, including use of databases, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.
8. Manage multiple competing priorities with strong follow-through skills and record for timely responses.
9. Foster an environment that promotes teamwork and teambuilding.
10. Develop innovative, workable solutions to complex and sensitive problems.
11. Travel to various locations to conduct investigations and training.
12. Compile data and analyze situations; translate findings into clear, concise reports and recommendations.
13. Be thoughtful, proactive, and pay attention to details,
14. Demonstrate a commitment to valuing equal opportunity, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessible work and learning environments.

Licenses/Certifications:
A valid driver's license and proof of insurability may be required to drive a District or personal vehicle.

Other:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This classification primarily works in an office and standing in and walking between work areas is occasionally required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.

The functions of this classification must be performed by the incumbent with or without reasonable accommodations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employee may be required to travel in the course of performing the duties of their position. Employees may interact with upset staff, complainants, and related personnel in the course of performing their duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Conducts complaint intake interviews and assesses appropriate resolution processes; identifies complaint resolution options by identifying the correct procedural protocol to be followed.
2. Investigates and analyzes complaints pursuant to Title 5 and Title IX of alleged violations of civil rights, discrimination, gender equity, sexual harassment, accessibility for individuals with disabilities and other related policies at locations throughout the District; prepares reports and issues communications detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
3. Facilitate, within specific time constraints, informal resolution of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct complaints as appropriate and permissible by law. Document efforts and conclusion of informal resolution.
4. Advises administrators, faculty, staff, students, applicants, and the public of their rights, privileges, and of procedures for filing complaints, grievances, and appeals; confers with concerned parties in an effort to resolve relevant concerns and complaints at the earliest possible point in the process.
5. Assists in the development of procedures, practices, and systems to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and to assure compliance with applicable diversity, civil rights, equal employment opportunity, gender equity, and related laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, and agreements.
6. Assists in the development and implementation of training and development activities for administrators, faculty, staff, and students to increase awareness and sensitivity to diversity, civil rights, gender equity, accessibility for individuals with disabilities, equal employment opportunity policies and related matters.
7. Collects, compiles, analyzes, interprets, and presents information and statistical data related to assigned responsibilities to provide support and/or justification for investigations, and for training, policy and system changes and updates.
8. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, and students and with representatives of federal, state, and local agencies, commissions, and committees.
9. Analyzes the possible effects of proposed legislation and regulations related to compliance and makes recommendations based on findings.
10. Prepares a variety of descriptive and evaluative reports, correspondence, and communications, including workforce and applicant pool analyses for EEO and diversity monitoring and reporting purposes.
11. Attends and participates in committees to provide subject matter advice and guidance related to assigned responsibilities.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned; specific duties not listed does not exclude them from this classification if the work is similar or related.

Conditions of Employment:
SALARY: Salary grades consist of nine steps. A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade. Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.

HOLIDAYS: There are 13 holidays observed each year. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

VACATION: Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; 20 days after completion of ten continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 15 continuous years of service to the District. This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

SICK LEAVE: One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted. This is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months. There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.

FRINGE BENEFITS: The District provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents. Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package. The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit.

The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.

The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all District employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited. The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Ms. Lorraine Jones, 3801 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501. Telephone Number is: (951) 222-8039.

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Other Document
Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript

Other Document:
Diversity Response

Optional Applicant Documents:
Masters or Equivalent Transcript

Effective Employment Date:Anticipated Start Date: July or August 2022

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Special Comments:
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
**First review of applications is June 17th and every two weeks thereafter, until the positions are filled.***

*It is anticipated that interviews will occur sometime during the 2nd or 3rd week of July.
Please note: The selection process typically concludes within four to six weeks from the closing date. There are, however, exceptions to this general guideline. Status updates will be made throughout the process. Please refer to your account for any updates to the status of your application.

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* An electronic, RCCD on-line application must be completed to be considered. All portions of the application must be entirely filled out with all information qualifying an applicant for the position. Only information on the official RCCD application (not resumes) will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position for which he/she is applying.

* All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.

* An application will not be considered complete unless ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.

* Paper applications and supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, WILL NOT be accepted! All documents must be submitted electronically with the online application.

* Letters of reference, IF REQUIRED, must be NON-CONFIDENTIAL and submitted electronically when applying on-line.

* Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.

* The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period. As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered.

* The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Human Resources & Employee Relations at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.

Application Types Accepted: Classified/Management/Confidential Application

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