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Position Base: Oakland
Location: UCOP - Franklin Building
UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good.
The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Systemwide Office of Civil Rights - composed of the existing Systemwide Title IX Office, a new Systemwide Anti-Discrimination Office, and a new Systemwide Disability Rights Office provides direction and support for the Title IX offices at the university's 10 campuses and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), as well as the Office of the President. We assist in implementing systemwide initiatives and best practices in harassment prevention and response. We also provide investigative support and develop and deliver education and training to Title IX offices and other university partners involved in preventing and responding to sexual harassment and sexual violence.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Principal Investigator will investigate complaints alleging violations of the University's policies prohibiting harassment and discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment, sexual violence and other sex-based harassment and discrimination for all UC locations. This includes conducting highly sensitive, critical, confidential and time-sensitive investigations. The position duties will involve interviewing witnesses, analyzing complex information, conducting research and preparing reports of investigations. The Principal Investigator will interact with all levels in the organization, including senior leadership. The Principal Investigator will be responsible for providing accurate and timely oral and written reports of investigation activities to the campus Local Implementing Officers, Title IX officers, the Systemwide Office for Civil Rights Executive Director or Systemwide Anti-Discrimination Deputy Director, Systemwide Title IX Deputy Director, and other senior executives. The person in this position must exercise judgment in selecting investigation methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining appropriate results. The Principal Investigator reports to the Systemwide Title IX Director or Deputy Systemwide Title IX Director and will contribute to development of systemwide policy, and work on special assignments related to sexual harassment prevention and response. As needed, the Principal Investigator will develop specialized expertise in specific subject matter; in particular, the Principal Investigator may be asked to develop expertise and knowledge to support the University's efforts to detect, prevent and respond to sexual misconduct in the clinical/health care setting. The Title IX Principal Investigator will collaborate with numerous University employees including but not limited to campus Title IX Officers, campus and health sciences Compliance Officers, Office of General Counsel and campus counsel, Human Resource Personnel, Internal Auditors, University Police and a variety of external representatives.
Responsibilities
65% Investigations
10% Complaint Processing
10% Training & Education/Systemwide Support
15% Other duties as assigned.
Experience
Required Qualifications
Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training is required
Licenses and Certifications
Professional certification preferred.
Travel Requirements
5% Occasional business travel
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
The person hired will be required to reside within California and report to work on-site at UC's Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA on a regular basis. Current policy requires that a new employee work on-site at least two days a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays ("anchor days").
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Job Title: Audit Professional 5
Job Code: 005972
Salary Grade: Grade 26
Payscale: $155,000 - $171,500, commensurate with experience
Full Salary Range: $117,000 - $226,000
The University of California, Office of the President, is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range shows the growth potential for this position and the pay scale is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.
Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The first review date for this job is April 15, 2024. This position has been extended to May 13th for first review. The position will be open until filled.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position.
Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
EEO STATEMENT
The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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