Compliance Fellow, Temporary

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Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

The University of Mississippi

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Department Summary

Equal Opportunity & Regulatory Compliance is focused on ensuring compliance and access to the University's many programs and offerings. EORC reports jointly to the Provost's office and to the Division of Access, Opportunity and Community Engagement and partners with units across campus to ensure compliance with Title VI, VII, and IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Clery Act, and multiple state and federal laws and regulations related to equal opportunity compliance. While the Compliance Fellow will work primary with Title Vl,Title VII and ADA, they will have the opportunity to engage in a wide variety of student and employee related EORC compliance matters. 

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Legal and Compliance 

Sub-Family - Legal

Career Track / Level - P1

Grade - 7

Role Summary

Performs career specific duties, in a particular area of law, may be under the direct supervision of an assigned mentor.

The Compliance Fellow will assist in managing compliance with Title VI, Title VII and ADA, and would have a key role in ensuring compliant processes related to how EORC manages complaints and resolution processes. The Compliance Fellow will also assist in conducting investigations as needed and will execute ongoing investigations under the University's Non-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment policy. The role would include offering training to relevant campus partners, assisting in investigations and resolution processes, and ensuring employees receive relevant accommodations and/or supportive measures. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Monitors and evaluates institutional practices to ensure compliance with federal and state laws applicable to the Equal Opportunity and Regulatory Compliance (EORC) area of responsibility, including Title VI, Title VII, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Conducts EORC-related training and other compliance training as needed.
• Presents, evaluates, and modifies training content to reflect relevant legal and policy changes and to ensure effectiveness.
• Conducts investigations, summarizes evidence, and drafts reports related to discrimination, harassment, and accessibility concerns.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal laws as well as University policies related to equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and accessibility.
• Assists in updating EORC policies, with a focus on Title VI (nondiscrimination), Title VII (employment discrimination), and ADA (accessibility and reasonable accommodations).
• Ensures office confidentiality is maintained.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Conducts legal research and drafting legal memos or white papers on a range of topics.
2. Reviews, summarizes, and reports on legal developments.
3. Develops and presents legal information to appropriate audiences.
4. Participates in regular meetings and discussions involving a wide range of legal and administrative issues.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: N/A

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basi

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (Master's in relevant area, etc.)

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who include a cover letter articulating their particular interest in this role.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.