Position Title:

Manager, Human Resources: Employee Experience & Civil Rights

Position Type:

Full time

Location:

Bucknell University

Categories:

Staff Exempt

Job Summary:

As the Manager, Human Resources: Employee Experience & Civil Rights, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the University’s compliance with civil rights laws and policies. You’ll be responsible for evaluating, addressing, and triaging complaints that come through the Division of Talent, Culture, and Human Resources (TC&HR), ensuring a fair and inclusive process for all community members.

In this role, you’ll contribute to civil rights investigations, employee relations, and organizational development, with a focus on building a positive institutional culture. You’ll help drive initiatives related to performance management, diversity and inclusion, and policy development. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll work closely with colleagues in TC&HR and partner with staff, faculty, and leadership at all levels to implement policies and practices that support Bucknell’s commitment to an inclusive, supportive, and diverse campus environment.

In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll actively engage in the University’s strategic efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, helping Bucknell stand out as a leader in fostering a welcoming, vibrant community.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to Director, Employee Experience, Culture & Title IX Coordinator

What You'll Do:

Investigations:  Investigates claims of discrimination and harassment involving students, employees, and third parties. This includes conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and drafting high-quality investigation reports in accordance with University policy and federal/state laws.

Collaboration and Resource Allocation:  Works closely with campus offices, advocates, and advisors to ensure that appropriate resources are available to all parties involved throughout the investigation and adjudication process.

Culture and Conflict Resolution:  Collaborates with the Director to assess and address culture concerns, applying appropriate policies, facilitating support, recommending interim measures, and providing conflict resolution consultation and coaching to maintain a healthy learning and work environment.

Employee Relations Management:  Manages employee relations matters, overseeing or conducting thorough investigations into employee behavior, performance, conduct, and other workplace issues, ensuring balance between employee needs and the University’s operational needs.

Providing Guidance and Compliance: Advises supervisors on coaching strategies and progressive discipline, ensuring compliance with University policies and legal requirements, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, ADA, and ADAAA.

Title IX Compliance: Collaborates with the Director and team to ensure institutional compliance with Title IX, VAWA, the Campus SaVE Act, Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other relevant federal and state laws.

Interdepartmental Collaboration: Works closely with various divisions across campus, including Student Affairs, Athletics, the Office of Equity & Inclusive Excellence, and the Provost’s Office, on matters related to institutional equity, non-discrimination, and Title IX.

Resource and Training:  Serves as a resource for all constituencies on issues related to protected class discrimination, harassment, and Title IX, including prevention and training efforts, remedial response, and compliance. 

Culture and Climate Assessment:  Partners with the Director to assess and influence the campus climate and culture for faculty, staff, and students, recommending solutions to improve retention and engagement efforts across the University.

Non Essential Functions:  The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.  

Work Setting:

• This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

What You'll Bring:

• Education and Experience: The ideal candidate will possess either a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in investigations, Title IX, employee relations, civil rights, or similar areas; or an Associate's degree