Title VI Officer

ETHICS AND CMPLNC PROFL 5 (006060)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_4030

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

5/28/2025 12:01:01 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/28/2025 12:00:56 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6200O

Organization:

CHANCELLOR'S ORGANIZATION

Division Code:

6210D

Division:

CHANCELLOR'S ORGNZTN DIV

Department:

300800 - OFC OF VC EQUITY DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_4030

Position Description ID

237239

UC Payroll Title:

ETHICS AND CMPLNC PROFL 5 (006060)

Business Title:

Title VI Officer

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 26

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

B: Manager - Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40730284

Reports to Payroll Title:

ETHICS AND CMPLNC MGR 3

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40730284

Department Head Payroll Title:

ETHICS AND CMPLNC MGR 3

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Title VI Officer is responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating the University's compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq. ("Title VI") and other related federal and state obligations. The Title VI Officer has three major areas of responsibility. The Title VI Officer (1) oversees complaint resolution for potential violations of Title VI and administers related campus Title VI policies and procedures; (2) oversees and manages education and training programs pertaining to Title VI; and (3) serves as lead campus adviser on Title VI compliance to all levels of the administration.

The UCLA's Civil Rights Office (CRO) identifies, communicates, investigates and works to uphold civil rights protections for students, staff, faculty and other academic personnel, as well as patients at UCLA Health. CRO works to advance civil rights protections for all Bruins and ensure that members of the UCLA community can study, work, live, and receive medical treatment free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence.

Complaint Investigation 1

 • Under the Direction of the AVC for Civil Rights, overseeing the investigation and resolution of Title VI-related complaints, including working closely with the Dean of Students Office, the Academic Senate, Academic Personnel, and other University offices with responsibility for responding to such complaints, and including advising heads of campus departments, units or schools, other key administrators, and key Academic Senate leaders about potential complaints and resolution after investigations.

 • Exercise independent judgment in the intake, investigation, and resolution of Title VI discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation complaints.

 • Provide impartial consultation, dispute resolution, and problem solving for complainants.

 • Ensure that Title VI investigations of UCLA employees are fair, impartial, and thorough.

 • Ensure that Title VI investigation reports are credible and based on a clearly articulated standard and that findings are issued in a timely manner.

 • Serve as a campus resource and coordinator for responding to all Title VI claims.

 • Supervise Title VI investigations and consult on Title VII investigations that implicate Title VI. Report all findings stemming from Title VI-related investigations to appropriate campus units.

60%

Policy and Procedures, and other Duties

 • Develop and update policies, procedures, and guidance relating to Title VI investigations.

 • Direct institutional efforts for compliance with Title VI and related federal and state laws, and University policies and procedures.

 • Develop and administer methods and activities to monitor and ensure that the campus complies with obligations under Title VI and other related laws, policies, and procedures.

 • Collect and report, on an annual basis, summary data about Title VI complaints, investigations, and resolutions. Partner with Dean of Students Office to ensure that Title VI complaints and investigations are appropriately documented consistent with best practices.

10%

Outreach, Education, and Training

 • Initiate and oversee Title VI education and training programs. Manage compliance with federal and state requirements for training, if any.

 • Disseminate information on case law, legal and policy developments and appropriate management practices. Develop communications systems, including publications and web sites.

 • Exercise leadership and provide technical expertise, direction, and advice to senior campus administrators regarding Title VI policies, procedures, and programs with a campus-wide impact.

 • Participate in or lead ad hoc and standing committees and groups addressing Title VI related issues.

 • Advise campus leadership and managers and assist in coordinating efforts between and among campus stakeholders responding to Title VI issues.

30%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree

Required

Operational Experience

Administrative experience, management, supervision, and overseeing operations in a Civil Rights and/or Higher Education environment.

Preferred

Deep and broad knowledge of Title VI regulations and related federal and state civil rights laws and regulations, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Required

Deep and broad knowledge of Title VI regulations and related federal and state civil rights laws and regulations, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and equal employment opportunity obligations. Professional knowledge of other elements of human resources law.

Required

Strong knowledge of case law, University policy, trends, and issues.

Required

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills at a high management level. Ability to design and carry out a multifaceted communications program.

Required

Exceptional skill in developing and delivering training and education programs about Title VI. Ability to effectively conduct training and education programs, workshops and other presentations for small and large groups.

Required

Capacity to oversee and conduct sensitive investigations and exercise judgment in making findings regarding whether violations of Title VI have been committed. Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.

Required

Ability to effectively mediate conflict and communicate across constituencies, while demonstrating empathy and understanding in situations concerning sensitive matters.

Required

Ability to advise and consult on sensitive matters related to discrimination and harassment. Demonstrated ability to convey sensitive information in written reports and in-person settings.

Required

Ability to design and manage effective administrative processes.

Required

Skill in management and supervision of investigations. Ability to supervise staff to complete investigations in an efficient and timely manner, with willingness and ability to generate and provide metrics that demonstrate adherence to policy-required or suggested deadlines.

Required

Ability to manage professionals who have strong but sincere disagreements in policy, procedure, and structure.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Wilshire Center

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.