Legal Compliance Specialist

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Position Information

Posting Number S05983P

Position Title Legal Compliance Specialist

Department Office of Legal Affairs

Location Arlington

Job Family Compliance/Legal

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

This position plays a dual role in assisting the University’s compliance efforts, focused predominantly in the areas of Title VII, Title IX, and the Clery Act. Acting as the University’s coordinator for Clery responsibilities, this position will be accountable for publishing the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR), providing annual Campus Security Authority (CSA) training, scheduling, and managing reconciliation meetings for potentially reportable Clery Crimes, and ensuring the University meets all its obligations under the federal Clery Act. Additionally, the Legal Compliance Specialist will investigate allegations of policy violations involving alleged discrimination, Title IX, faculty and staff issues, and other areas of non-compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates University’s compliance with the Federal Jeanne Clery Act.

• This includes an in-depth understanding of the Clery Act and the University’s compliance obligations under the Act, knowledge of institutional policies and procedures related to crime data reporting, and security and safety procedures, knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of CSA’s and how to identify them; understanding what must be including in the annual ASFSR.

• Investigates allegations of Title VII, Title IX and other, more general misconduct or policy violations, faculty and staff issues, and other areas of non-compliance.

• This includes creating an investigative plan; conducting prompt, thorough, fair and impartial investigations; identifying and interviewing witnesses, and memorializing witness interviews; gathering, securing, and reviewing relevant documentation; making credibility assessments; preparing and presenting final reports and appropriate supporting documents; and communicating with management in a timely manner while protecting the neutrality, integrity and privacy of the investigation.

• Participate in in-person presentations and trainings for students, faculty, and staff on Title IX, Title VII, and Clery Act compliance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of (3) years of experience in investigation and/or compliance program coordination or seven (7) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a university/college setting with student conduct, compliance, legal, office of discrimination, social work, student affairs, sociology, criminal justice, or law enforcement.

• Experience investigating allegations of internal misconduct or policy violations.

• Juris Doctorate, MBA, or other graduate degree.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, writing and speaking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively within a university environment.

• Meticulous attention to detail when coordinating across departments to ensure appropriate analysis and accurate reporting of alleged Clery-reportable incidents

• Ability to manage the various components of Clery Act compliance, including the preparation of annual reports and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including victims of sexual assault, relationship violence, or other types of traumas.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently and efficiently in a manner that ensures the prompt, effective, fair, well balanced, and equitable investigation in a time sensitive environment.

• Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.

• Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques and interviewing.

• Exceptional critical thinking skills demonstrated by the ability to assess and analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges, including the ability to handle issues of complex and extreme sensitivity.

• Computer proficiency in learning current or new software programs utilized by the University.

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, highly motivated, and self-directed execution of routine and special projects.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How many years of related experience do you have?

2. None/less than 1 year

3. 1 to 2 years

4. 3 to 4 years

5. 5 years or more

6. What is the highest level of education attained?

7. GED

8. High School Diploma

9. Associate's Degree

10. Bachelor's Degree

11. Master's Degree

12. PhD or equivalent

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume or CV

2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents