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Equal Opportunity Specialist II

University of Texas at Dallas

University of Texas at Dallas

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USD 66,500-73,500 / month
Posted on Dec 18, 2025
Posting Number S06800P
Position Title Equal Opportunity Specialist II
Functional Title Equal Opportunity Specialist & Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Department Institutional Compliance
Salary Range $66,500 to $73,500, Depending on education, skills, and experience
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 12/17/2025
Posting Close Date 01/21/2026
Open Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 01/26/2026
Job Summary
The UT Dallas Office of Institutional Compliance is currently hiring for an Equal Opportunity Specialist II to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Equal Opportunity & Title IX, the Equal Opportunity Specialist will provide institutional compliance assistance, support, investigation, training, and outreach. This position will serve as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator.

Position Information
  • FLSA Status: Exempt
  • Salary Grade: 13
  • Anticipated Salary Range: $66,500 to $73,500 depending on experience.
  • Successful candidates must meet the minimum requirements for education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three years of experience in equal opportunity (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA), human resources, regulatory compliance or related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Competencies (required knowledge, skills, and abilities):
  • Analytical and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex data and information, identify patterns and trends, make data-driven decisions, and develop appropriate solutions; and ability to analyze incidents, identify risks, and recommend appropriate actions that align with organizational objectives.
  • Communication and Interpersonal: Ability to communicate effectively and considerately in an environment with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, third parties, and external agencies; and foster collegiality, build partnerships, and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Organization and Planning: Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize, plan, and schedule tasks effectively, ask for assistance when needed, follow procedures, ensure accuracy in documentation and data, correct own errors, and produce consistent and timely professional work.
  • Position Specific: Proficiency with interpreting, applying, and monitoring federal and state regulations and organizational policies; proficiency with writing, summarizing, and analyzing complex information in an understandable and accurate manner; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; ability to organize workflow and coordinate activities; ability to work independently and as part of a team; and willingness to receive feedback and adapt in the pursuit of professional growth.
  • Professionalism: Ability to act with integrity; exercise sound judgment and discretion; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; maintain confidentiality; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through with commitments.
Note: All applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume demonstrating how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, required competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities), and preferred qualifications.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three years of experience in equal opportunity (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA), human resources, regulatory compliance or related field, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree or JD from an accredited institution.
  • Demonstrated understanding of equal opportunity laws and regulations (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, etc.,).
  • Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the department’s case management system (i.e., Case IQ).
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement educational and training programs with effective presentation and facilitation skills and ability to adapt those skills to a variety of audiences.
  • Demonstrated experience managing, coordinating, and/or supporting a compliance functional area or program in an equal opportunity and/or sexual misconduct arena, preferably working in an institution of higher education.
  • Equal Opportunity and/or Title IX certification or completion of sexual harassment prevention and response training from a nationally recognized organization.
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Equal Opportunity Specialist II will provide institutional compliance assistance, support, investigation, educational programming, and outreach to the campus community; and monitor compliance activities. This position will serve as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Case Management, Complaint Resolution, and Support Services
  • Conduct and manage the intake of reports and complaints, including but not limited to, complaint procedures and resolution options; supportive and/or interim measures; informal resolution; resource referrals; and appropriate documentation.
  • Coordinate the analysis, facilitation, and resolution of modifications and support services for pregnant students and parenting students under Title IX and collaborate with other departments under SB 412, when applicable, in accordance with departmental procedures and university policies, including case management documentation, monitoring, and data analysis.
  • Manage private and confidential information with discretion and sensitivity. Manage multiple, complex cases, meet various deadlines, maintain neutrality, demonstrate effective communication skills throughout the investigation process, and exercise sound judgment and decision-making.
  • Conduct thorough, timely, and impartial investigations involving complaints of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and sexual misconduct (including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking) in compliance with applicable university policies and departmental protocols as assigned.
  • Continue to develop subject matter expertise and integrate best practices in civil rights investigation into daily work and professional knowledge base.
  • Assist with the analysis, facilitation, and resolution of barrier reports and accommodation requests from visitors in accordance with departmental procedures and university policies, including case management documentation, monitoring, and data analysis.
  • Assist in ongoing internal monitoring of compliance activities (e.g., accurate documentation and records in case management system; required training for department and campus community; other outreach activities; compliance reporting and ad-hoc requests; and provide ongoing updates to departmental leadership, designated departmental staff, applicable stakeholders, and other administrators as necessary and appropriate.)

Educational Programming, Prevention Training, and Outreach Activities
  • Conduct research and assist with program development as part of the university’s institutional compliance program, including assessment and review of campus programs within Equal Opportunity and Title IX, Compliance Support (e.g., high risk areas), and Youth Protection Programs (i.e., minors on campus).
  • Collaborate with other departmental staff to develop and implement outreach strategies to enhance visibility and understanding of Equal Opportunity and Title IX resources, reporting channels, and support services among students, faculty, and staff.
  • Coordinate and/or deliver targeted training programs that raise awareness of rights, responsibilities, and resources related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and applicable university policies to the campus community, including students, faculty, and staff.
  • Maintain current expertise in the field, including emerging regulatory obligations and trends, through meaningful and continuing engagement as well as professional development on best practices, leadership, program development and assessment, and institutional risk and compliance management.

Other
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
  • Work is primarily sedentary in nature and performed in a standard office environment.
  • The noise level is quiet to moderate.
  • Repetitive use of standard office equipment such as a computer/laptop (including keyboard, monitor, and mouse), printer, copier, calculator, telephone (or virtual equivalent).
  • Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high.
  • Frequent communication in a variety of methods and collaborative work with multiple departments as well as with individuals and groups.
  • Ability to be stationary in front of a computer for an extended period.
  • Occasionally required to move about the office and travel moderate distances around campus to attend meetings and events.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
About Us
The University of Texas at Dallas is a public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. UT Dallas is a place that welcomes and encourages members of its community in their pursuit of excellence. Visit About UTD for more information.

The Office of Institutional Compliance provides faculty, staff, and students with resources and tools to support success in complying with the University’s equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, Title IX, and other institutional compliance responsibilities including internal policies and procedures and applicable federal and state laws and regulations. We work with partners on campus to foster and support an environment that is respectful and free from discrimination and harassment. Visit our department’s website for more information.

Work Schedule
Regular working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. This role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in-office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Individuals must live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with notice.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Plan Options
  • Long and short-term disability
  • TRS Retirement Plan
  • Fertility Benefits
  • Paid time off
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Special Instructions Summary
How to Apply: To be considered for this position, all applications must be submitted online through UTD Jobs. Incomplete applications or materials will not be considered.

Applicants must submit: a cover letter that outlines how their education, experience, skills, and abilities specifically align to this position, and a resume. For full consideration submit application materials by January 14, 2026. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Deven Marshall.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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