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Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least two years of experience applicable to work performed

• Specific experience working in civil rights or Title IX field or related fields

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent in human resources, higher education, social work, psychology, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education

• At least three years of experience applicable to work performed

• Specific experience conducting discriminatory and harassment investigations of protected class status in a higher education setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of trauma-informed investigative techniques

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in and fostering an inclusive environment

• Knowledge and familiarity with federal laws, regulations, and guidance important to postsecondary education, e.g., Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, Clery, VAWA, FERPA

• Excellent investigative, research, analytical, oral communication, and writing skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and similar software  

• Ability to grasp complex issues rapidly and accurately

• Ability to establish rapport and work cooperatively with various levels of faculty, staff, students, and outside agencies

• Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively to meet sensitive deadlines

• Ability to be resilient, flexible, and creative in approaching complex problems and maintain confidential information

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

• Criminal Background Check and Sex Offender Registry

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The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. 

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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