EEO Associate - Office for Access and Equity
University of Illinois

EEO Associate - Office for Access and Equity Office for Access and Equity
Job SummaryResponsible for conducting timely investigations of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct allegations filed with the Office for Access and Equity, and related duties. Duties & Responsibilities

• Investigations and Hearings
  • Conduct independent and neutral investigations in response to discrimination and harassment claims filed with the University. This responsibility entails: interviewing relevant parties; gathering, compiling, and analyzing relevant documents and information; assessing witness credibility; reaching sound legal and policy conclusions; presenting case information in a clear and accessible manner; delivering timely written reports; appearing before an appeal panel and responding to questions; and working with campus units, human resources representatives, and legal counsel to identify appropriate remediation where appropriate and necessary.
  • Serve as a principal investigator for matters involving University Laboratory High School and University Primary School.
  • Facilitate live Title IX hearings, including but not limited to serving in the role of decision maker. This responsibility includes responding to objections, making determinations surrounding relevance of evidence and testimony, maintaining decorum, and issuing the written determination result of the hearing.
  • Respond on behalf of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to complaints filed with federal and state agencies, including preparing position statements and verified responses, responding to information requests, preparing employee witnesses to testify before federal and state agencies, and participating in fact-finding proceedings before agencies that enforce federal and state discrimination laws.
• Committees, Information Requests, Guidance, Relationships
  • Assist in preparing responses to FOIA requests, government agencies' data requests, and subpoenas.
  • Maintain and audit data relative to the investigations in which you were the principal investigator.
  • Provide advice, guidance, and training to faculty and staff on issues of discrimination and harassment, and sexual misconduct.
  • Maintain collaborative relationships with campus academic and administrative units, human resource offices, University legal counsel and federal and state agencies.
  • Develop, present, and provide consultation for educational programs on civil rights compliance and equal opportunity issues related to employment and education.
  • Stay abreast of federal and state laws and regulations concerning equal opportunities and access for employees and students and University employment policies and procedures for faculty, staff and academic professional employees.
  • Serve on various committees and perform other related duties to further the mission of the university.
  • Actively promote a healthy office culture that supports the well-being and professional growth of all staff members, consistently attends to equity principles, and leverages the expertise and talent of all staff members to develop best practices and be leaders in the field.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• At least three years of relevant experience and demonstrated success in handling conflicts
• At least three years of experience participating in administrative hearings, civil litigation, or criminal litigation

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in conducting investigations
• Prior experience working with civil rights claims
• Prior experience working in higher education with faculty, staff, and students
• Experience operating in databases, responding to Freedom of Information Act requests, and working with Excel

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required:

• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment
• Ability to manage a high-volume and time-sensitive workload
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to manage and work with human conflict
• Ability to be detail-oriented when working with databases and generating system reports
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Preferred:

• Ability to apply and enforce federal and state civil rights laws

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis hybrid or in-person. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 4/15/2026. The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000 to $95,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Aprill 24, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Joya Murphy at joyam@illlinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1035647
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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