Ethics and Compliance Professional 3 (6232U), Ethics, Risk & Compliance Svcs - 72391

Ethics and Compliance Professional 3 (6232U), Ethics, Risk & Compliance Svcs - 72391

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About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.

Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

• The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence;
• the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice;

and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.

Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.

Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley's Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (OPHD) is committed to fostering a campus climate in which members of our community are protected from all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected categories.

OPHD monitors compliance with nondiscrimination policies, implements complaint resolution processes, and helps campus departments pursue best practices for fostering a discrimination-free climate for learning, researching and doing administrative work.

Position Summary

Involves oversight of the key compliance related activities affecting the ongoing establishment and maintenance of a culture of safety, non-discrimination, and acceptance at the University of California.

Activities include complaint investigations of potential allegations of improper behavior, abusive conduct, 'whistleblowing,' and improper government activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex investigations of suspected and reported violations of laws and policies.
• Obtain legal opinions when appropriate to determine investigative activities.
• Assist in structuring investigations, including identifying witnesses, policies, data resources, and other evidence.
• Provide recommendations for resolution of issues that come up in the course of investigation.
• Produce summary of findings reports of complaints brought forward under applicable nondiscrimination policies.
• Write and compile detailed, organized, well-reasoned, and supported investigative and other inquiry reports.
• Consult with adjudication review bodies and participate in disciplinary hearing processes as appropriate.
• Act as a liaison in joint investigations with other location resources.
• Participate in litigation processes as appropriate.

Assist the Associate Director of Investigations with onboarding new Complaint Resolution Officers.

OPHD operational projects :

• Represent UCB on campus and system-wide committees.
• Keep informed of best practices in investigation techniques.
• Collaborate with campus partners in campus education programs.
• Develop content for the office's communications.
• Attend staff meetings and create communications in partnership with the office.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Is able to apply appropriate policies and practices in the completion of ethics and compliance assignments.
• Skills in critical decision making.
• Ability to extract, verify, compile and develop recommendations related to ethics and compliance programs.
• In-depth abilities in collaboration, facilitation, and strategic and creative thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to present complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Attention to detail in the preparation of investigation reports.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the ethics and compliance profession.
• Broad and thorough knowledge of University ethics and compliance policies.
• Ability to develop and deliver training on ethics and compliance policies.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 2yr, full-time (40 hours / week), contract appointment, eligible for UC benefits with the possibility of extension with continued funding.

The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $110,000.00 - $130,000.00.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This is not a visa opportunity.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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