Senior Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX Investigator

Job Description

Title : Senior Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX Investigator

Department : Office of Talent

Reports To : Deputy, Employee and Labor Relations

Bargaining Unit : Not represented by a Union

Salary : Begins at $88,657 (education, skills and experience will be taken into account in the successful candidate's final salary determination )

About the Company

The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?

About the Role

Performs advanced investigations related to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) legislation, Title IV and unlawful harassment. Ensures that the School District of Philadelphia, its officers and employees comply with local, state and federal laws, regulations, contracts, policies and procedures. Provides training and support to District staff on staff responsibilities to prevent discrimination and harassment in the School District.

Responsibilities

• Works on complex Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX investigations for the District on all employment-related matters, including, but not limited to, conducting and / or overseeing investigations of claims and complaints by or against the District, its employees, and its contractors.
• Oversees compliance of all Board policies pertaining to employees and the development, maintenance and appropriate distribution of all Board policies pertaining to employees to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Reviews the work of Investigators engaged in the investigation and processing of complaints; reviews, investigates, and processes complaints of staff misconduct and inappropriate interactions between staff and students, including, but not limited to, making recommendations as to appropriate action to be taken.
• Leads, coordinates and oversees required employee trainings in topics such as workplace harassment, workplace bullying, and ethical business practices.
• Works in conjunction with Talent Partners in providing counsel and guidance related to potential investigations and employee / labor relations issues.
• In collaboration with the Office of General Counsel, renders decisions regarding employment eligibility of candidates based on review of required clearances.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

NOTE : An applicant who does not meet the minimum education or work experience requirements listed above may be considered if, at the sole discretion of the Talent Office, they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicates potential for success in this role.

Required Skills

Equal Opportunity Statement

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.

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