Engineering a world of possibilities

Colorado School of Mines is seeking an Assistant Director of the Office of Institutional Equity, focused on fostering an inclusive and accessible campus environment.

In this integral role, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our commitment to compliance and support for individuals with disabilities. As our 504 Coordinator, you'll act as a key liaison with federal and state agencies, drive the development and implementation of innovative accessibility initiatives, and lead vital training programs for our faculty, staff, and students. You'll serve as the primary ADA/504 liaison with federal and state agencies and institutions, perform ongoing assessments, policies, procedures, and education for disability related grievances, compliance and campus accommodations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and champion the values of equity and inclusion at a leading STEM university, we invite you to apply and be a part of our forward-thinking community.

This position operates in a hybrid work environment and requires campus presence in Golden, Colorado as outlined in Mines' Flexible Workplace Policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

504 Compliance

• Informational Responsibilities. Maintain current information regarding state and federal laws and regulations as well as best practices of other colleges/universities concerning the rights of persons with disabilities and ways of providing reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities while maintaining program performance standards.

• Notices of Nondiscrimination. Ensure the University’s nondiscrimination statements, access information, grievance procedures and other disability-related policies are posted and distributed as required.

• Campus Accessibility. Assess and ensure that services, activities, and facilities are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities. Ensure that appropriate processes are in place to provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints and inquires from employees, students, and the public regarding compliance with applicable federal and state laws regarding discrimination on the basis of disability.

• Assessment. Facilitate appropriate campus assessments for accessibility in order continuously monitor campus needs related to disability. 

• Program, Policy and Procedure. Serve as the principal 504 compliance coordinator for Mines. Advise and collaborate with appropriate stake holders in the establishment of consistent University wide procedures for notification of rights, referral, evaluation, planning, and implementation for campus.

• Collaboration. Collaborate with other University professionals who share overlapping responsibilities including Information Technology, Facilities and Grounds, Human Resources, Student Life, and Disability Student Services.

• Visitor Services Provision. Receive and review requests from visitors to campus and provide response and facilitation of reasonable requests for services.

Intake and Inquiries

• Perform intake meetings with parties to reports and complaints of discrimination and sexual misconduct in the absence of other OIE staff.
• Perform prompt and impartial inquiries/investigations into disability related grievances including discrimination and accommodation disputes.
• Facilitate or delegate facilitation of remedies for complainants.
• Author reports for inquiries for the purpose of record keeping and party review.
• Track and report on volume and frequency of intakes, referrals, communications, and formal/informal resolutions with complainants, respondents, and other parties.
• Assist parties with supportive measures and referrals when appropriate.

Education

• Work with appropriate campus offices to develop, deliver, and track education on topics including accommodations, grievances, access and rights as they relate to disability.
• Develop and maintain written materials and other informational pieces to broadly disseminate information regarding the University’s policies relating to persons with disabilities.
• Assist in delivering education for students and employees regarding Clery reporting, discrimination and sexual misconduct.
• Track educational programming.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Student Development, Education, Law, Criminal Justice, or related/applicable field.
• Four or more years of experience in case management of ADA/504 requests and/or grievances.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and state civil rights laws and regulations.
• Ability to apply 504 requirements to achieve reasonable accommodations utilizing knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws/regulations relating to 504 accommodations.
• Experience providing training, guidance, and education to various audiences and constituency groups.
• Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution and problem solving techniques.
• Tact, discretion, professionalism, maturity and outstanding interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate, Masters, or advanced degree that contains theoretical and conceptual relevance to the responsibilities of the position.
• Experience applying 504 requirements to achieve institutional compliance in a higher education setting.
• In-depth understanding of Title VII, Title IX, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and regulatory agency guidance informing policy and practice around Title VII and Title IX.
• Background in providing direct services to parties to complaints of policy violations.
• Knowledge of complexities surrounding disability in a college setting.
• Experience with Maxient Case Management system.

Salary and Benefits

$92,000 - 102,500 annual salary

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:

• Flexible health and dental care options
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
• Free RTD Ecopass

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the on-campus Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more), equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center and the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP). Coming soon is an on-campus daycare center. For more information about benefits at Mines, go to mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply

Applicants must:

Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)

• Upload a resume or CV
• Upload a cover letter

This posting will close September 15, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Applications may not be accepted after that date.

References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.

Mines welcomes everyone to our team; in your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).

Mines welcomes all qualified candidates to apply. It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities to promote diversity and inclusion at Mines. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at  [email protected] or 303.273.3250 for assistance.

Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position.

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.

That size – roughly 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students – also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact.

Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, cultural awareness and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus – nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few.

And don’t get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails – and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.  Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

Colorado's premier engineering and applied science university for 150 years and counting