EEO Compliance Investigator Senior

• We are currently seeking a Senior EEO Compliance Investigator who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of
  excellence in academics, student life and community service. 

  The Opportunity
  You: You’re an insightful and
  diplomatic person dedicated to discovering the truth behind discrimination allegations and reaching fair and honest resolutions. Your work
  helps ensure that students and employees have the opportunity to participate fully in the HCC community.

  Your mission: We’ll count
  on you to assist the Director of EEO Compliance and Title IX Coordinator to guarantee equal educational opportunities and promote HCC’s
  diversity and inclusion goals.

  Your work: You’ll oversee the EEO/Title IX complaint function for cases that are assigned to you.
  Working with students and employees, you will investigate alleged discrimination cases, analyze the evidence and determine whether a
  violation occurred. You’ll attend case review meetings, participate in professional development activities and interact with a wide range of
  students and colleagues. You will have the opportunity to travel to HCC campuses to meet with students and employees, to give presentations
  and workshops, and to consult with college leadership.

  Next steps: If you always have the student experience in the forefront of
  your planning and execution, if you’re a collaborator, an innovator and a person of integrity who gets things done, apply
  today!

  SUMMARY

• Assist the Director of EEO Compliance carry out
  the EEO and Title IX Compliance function of the College. Investigate and respond to complaints of discrimination. Oversee development of
  statistical and narrative reporting; monitor the employee selection and other personnel, and educational processes including training, as
  related to EEO and Title IX.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other
  duties may be assigned.

  Assist the Director to establish, review and monitor EEO compliance programs, plans, policies
  and procedures for all segments of the College.

  Oversee EEO case complaint function; including: intake, investigation,
  informal resolution, formal hearing processes, and training.

  Investigate alleged discrimination cases by completing
  interviews of the complaining and responding parties, determine relevant witness and documentary evidence, and interview persons believed to
  have pertinent factual knowledge of the allegations.

  Analyze all evidence in alleged discrimination cases in relation to
  relevant HCCS policy and State and Federal Statutes.

  Provide recommendations regarding whether a violation of the
  statutes and/or policies has occurred, and prepare a written report.

  Work closely with Campus Title IX Contacts assigned
  to address student and faculty complaints, investigations, and possible discipline/sanctions.

  Liaison with students,
  departments, and other internal or external parties regarding gender discrimination related matters.

  Coordinate as
  appropriate with College Administration and/or government investigators during an internal or external investigation.
  

  Investigate alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and serve as a resource in terms of
  interpretation to the College regarding issues related to the ADA, accommodations, and disability access.

  Serve as a
  resource in terms of interpretation to College Administration, faculty, staff and students when equal opportunity/affirmative action issues
  arise.

  Investigate and study complaints to clarify issues.

  Attend case review meetings to discuss
  cases, explore options, and develop investigative plans.

  Conduct interviews with personnel who can provide information
  or clarify issues directly related to complaints.

  Travel to HCCS campuses to give presentations and workshops.
  

  Coordinate with other departments and administrators to develop and direct an on-going series of workshops, seminars,
  and training associated with institutional compliance.

  QUALIFICATIONS  

  To perform
  this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.  The qualifications
  listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
   

  EDUCATION

  Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Educational
  Psychology, Criminal Justice, Counseling, or other related/compatible field is required.  JD or Master’s degree
  preferred.

  EXPERIENCE

  Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in Human
  Resources, Compliance, or Student Services with a minimum of two (2) years in compliance, EEO, Title IX or related areas required.
  

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  Experience dealing with all types of employees
  and students

  Ability to interpret Title IX, federal, state, and local civil rights laws and regulations regarding gender
  discrimination, harassment, and retaliation

  Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze data to prepare effective reports
  and presentations

  Proficient in MS Office

  Knowledge of automated Human Resources and student
  services information systems

  Demonstrated ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures in
  support of an inclusive and welcoming environment

  Demonstrated ability to effectively work with hostile and emotional
  individuals in a compassionate, professional, and courteous manner to diffuse and manage complex problems

  Ability to
  maintain confidentiality and professional relationship with students, faculty, staff and third parties while handling sensitive, complex
  issues

  Ability to effectively work in a collaborative, team-centered work environment and provide helpful leadership and
  support to stakeholders in a timely and professional manner

  Ability to engage others in training, prevention, and
  awareness programs

  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be
  performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform
  any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

  This job description may be
  revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The
Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a
high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare
individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We’re proud to say that 98 percent of our
graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has
served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools
Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and
online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and
No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the
Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get
the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is
supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with
cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

*  Third-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune
500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.

*  145 languages are spoken here.

*  Overall
after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.

*  Houston is a
major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

*  The weather is great! Mild
winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.

*  World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro
area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top
institutions.

*  With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part
of Houston’s cultural scene.

*  Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and
eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please
apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the
bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s
status.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

David Cross,
Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity

PO Box
667517                                   

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their
contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning
environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special
accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.