Civil Rights Compliance Specialist

Temple University's Ethics and Compliance division is searching for a Civil Rights Compliance Specialist!

Become a part of the Temple family, and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Grade: T26
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A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Pay Range: $60,000-$80,000 (annually)

Position Summary
The Civil Rights Compliance Specialist is responsible for the intake of complaints made to the Civil Rights Compliance Unit within the Ethics and Compliance Office. The specialist is responsible for the coordination of supportive measures for individuals involved in reports of sexual misconduct, discrimination, harassment, or related matters that include, but are not limited to Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and university policy. This position ensures a compassionate, trauma-informed, and equitable response to impacted parties while maintaining compliance with federal and state laws and university policies.

Required Education and Experience

- Bachelor's degree in higher education, counseling, human resources, or a related field.

- Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in student affairs, case management, Title IX compliance, Title VI compliance, ADA, or similar work.

- Knowledge of Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, VAWA, Clery Act, and other laws related to discrimination and harassment in education.

- Experience providing trauma-informed, student- or employee centered support.

- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse populations and maintain neutrality in sensitive situations.

- Excellent organizational and case management skills.

- Demonstrated ability to work with sensitive and complex issues with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

- Strong interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills

Required Skills and Abilities

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to remain neutral and sensitive to all parties.

- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

- Capacity to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

- Commitment to equity and creating an inclusive campus climate.

- Ability to organize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively and timely

- Working knowledge of all applicable computer software, and management skills (including planning, negotiation, and communication skills

Preferred

- Master's degree in counseling, higher education, law, social work, or related field.

- Prior experience in a Title IX, Title VI, or Equal Opportunity office at a higher education institution, including experience investigating complaints.

- Experience with case management software

This position requires a background check.

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Temple University: Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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