Provost The Center for Awareness, Resolution Education, and Support
About the Department
Equal Opportunity Programs (EOP), part of the Office of the Provost, has University-wide responsibility that includes coordinating compliance and programs in the areas of Equal Opportunity (EO), Affirmative Action (AA), unlawful discrimination and harassment prevention, accessibility, Veterans and Military-affiliated programs, and Title IX. To achieve its goals the EOP works closely with the Office of Legal Counsel, Human Resources, and Campus and Student Life in collaboration with academic and administrative leaders throughout the University. UChicago CARES, the Center for Awareness, Resolution, Education and Support, a part of EOP, works to prevent and respond to discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct in the University community.
Job Summary
The Support Services Coordinator, Response and Support Services / Deputy Title IX Coordinator UChicago CARES (The Center for Awareness, Resolution, Education and Support), is a full-time, 37.5 hours/week, administrative position reporting directly to the Director, Response and Support Services within UChicago CARES and indirectly to the Associate Provost for Equal Opportunity Programs/ Title IX Coordinator. The Support Services Coordinator will provide initial meetings with individuals impacted and coordinate supportive measures and referrals to internal and external resources for complaints of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct under the related University policies made against students, faculty, other academic appointees, postdoctoral researchers, and third-parties.
Responsibilities
Provides initial intake response and meet with individuals reporting incidents of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
Provides information regarding the availability of supportive measures, resources, and referrals to University resolution processes, as appropriate. For reports involving academics, conduct intakes, as needed, in coordination with Resolution Services, UChicago CARES.
Coordinates the implementation of supportive measures including issuing No Contact Directives, initiating contact with faculty regarding academic accommodations, or coordinating with the Deputy Title IX Coordinator regarding safety and support measures.
Takes detailed case notes and receives any additional information regarding incidents.
Provides ongoing case support, including follow-up with individuals and continued coordination of supportive measures, including communication with faculty regarding academic accommodations or coordination with other campus resources including Deans of Students, housing, dining, etc.
Assists in conducting analysis related to campus safety and possible hostile environment.
Utilizes case management databases to organize, manage, and track reports.
Ensures proper documentation and tracking of all incoming reports in coordination with other CARES team members.
Conducts and documents campus safety analysis on reports received.
Assists Director in the preparation of annual compliance reports and internal reports.
Plans and executes internal and external audits and activities to support regulatory agency inspections.
Prepares, completes and submits all compliance documentation on a routine basis. Coordinates compliance committee meetings.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
--- Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
--- Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree in related field.
Experience:
Providing services to individuals experiencing harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Proficient in utilizing electronic case management systems, such as Maxient.
Knowledge of relevant laws in a higher education setting (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA/Campus SaVE, FERPA, Clery).
Licenses and Certifications:
Training in Title IX certification programs.
Preferred Competencies
Work on multiple projects and cases simultaneously in an intense and fast-paced environment, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Handle sensitive and confidential situations and information with absolute discretion.
Judgment and maturity in dealing effectively with student emergencies.
Consider all points of view with reason, common sense, and empathy, and work toward outcomes that resolve the situation and may set precedent for the future.
Demonstrated teamwork skills to lead and collaborate with a wide range of constituents.
Working Conditions
Some evening/weekend work.
This is a hybrid position of 37.5 hours/week.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Legal & Regulatory Affairs
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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