Education and Prevention Specialist

Overview

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) seeks a dedicated Prevention and Education Specialist to join the Office of Civil Rights Investigations and Compliance (OCIC).

Under the supervision of the Director of the Prevention and Education Program this role fosters a supportive and inclusive environment by providing preventative, responsive educational opportunities and resources to OHSU students, residents, staff, and faculty.

The ideal candidate possesses strong mediation and conflict resolution skills, is adept at intervention strategies, and has an experiential background in formal and informal resolution procedures related to civil rights concerns and sexual violence response.

The Prevention and Education Specialist works collaboratively with OCIC leadership, including the Prevention and Education Program Director, the Director of OCIC, the ADA Coordinator, and the Director of the Confidential Advocacy Program for Employees (CAP-E).

As part of the resolution process, the Specialist may be asked to ensure compliance with any findings or recommendations that result from an OCIC investigation, a review by the ADA Coordinator, or a request from the CAP-E Director.

For example, as part of the resolution between parties for a case that was investigated by an Equal Employment Officer, the OCIC Director may require the involved parties to complete a dispute resolution within a restorative justice framework.

Another example may be that the ADA Coordinator assigns coaching for a department to increase their skills after several reports about lack of knowledge with how to work with individuals with a specific disability.

The CAP-E might see an emerging trend related to an experience of a particular protected class on campus and may ask the Specialist to create passive programming to inform the OHSU community of expectations and information related to OHSU expectations about an inclusive and respectful environment.

Overall, the Specialist, in coordination with the Director of the Prevention and Education Program, engages in interventions on behalf of OCIC investigations processes, ADA compliance initiatives, skill-building for OHSU Members, and responds to requests from departments or individuals seeking to improve their knowledge base.

The position utilizes a trauma informed approach and include Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) practices as part of their role in support of OHSU’s mission to become a Trauma Informed and Anti-Racist institution.

Function / Duties of Position

Intervention, Conflict, and Resolution Processes

• Facilitate mediation, alternative dispute resolution, or conflict resolution sessions between OHSU students, staff, and faculty to resolve conflicts in an educational, constructive, and respectful manner.
• Provide guidance and support to individuals involved in conflicts, fostering understanding between involved parties, and developing paths toward resolution.
• Partner with OCIC team members to provide responsive coaching, training, and programming to support the OHSU mission and vision.
• Guide employees through informal resolution procedures, ensuring fairness and adherence to established protocols.
• Collaborate with relevant on and off-campus partners to assess and enhance effectiveness.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies to mitigate conflicts and prevent escalation proactively and in response to varying campus needs.
• Identify and address potential issues or conflicts within the workplace in a responsive manner and proactively whenever possible.
• Provide guidance and support for navigating interpersonal relationships and challenges within the learning and work spaces.
• Offer resources and strategies for effective communication and conflict navigation.
• Respond to incidents of prohibited discrimination (such as race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, harassment, retaliation, accommodations, as appropriate and in collaboration with the OCIC team and campus partners.
• Track trainings, initiatives, and programming efforts as part of the Prevention and Education team process.

Education :

In collaboration with OCIC team members and campus partners, conduct workshops, training sessions, and create programming related to conflict resolution, effective communication skills, interpersonal

relationship development, restorative justice, and other related topics.

• Evaluate the preventative and responsive educational assessments and determine ways to continuously improve the impact on individuals and OHSU community with the Director of Prevention and Education.
• Implement educational materials and resources to promote awareness and understanding among OHSU Members in the areas of civil rights regulations and the response of concerns raised by employees,

ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all.

• Collaborate with the Director of Prevention and Education to provide presentations and trainings (remotely or in-person).
• Support campus-wide prevention program curricula and the dispersion of information and content across all OHSU locations.
• Assist in identifying service area needs regarding sexual violence prevention, oppression prevention, and education around freedom of speech.
• Provide training and presentations to various OHSU constituents.

Administrative :

Attend trainings, meetings, and duties as otherwise assigned by Director of Prevention and Education.

Required Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor’s degree

Experience :

Experience in mediation, alternative dispute and / or conflict resolution facilitation.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex interactions and facilitate constructive dialogue.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a changing environment.
• Experience facilitating educational presentations for adult audiences.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies) :

• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local civil rights laws and Title IX regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, regulations and processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill to conduct, plan, organize and lead training, educational campaigns, both passive and interactive.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively speak and write in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening abilities coupled with the skill to analyze complex issues and present clear and logical information.
• Fluent with technology, including but not limited to the use of computers and the Microsoft Office Suite and other office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with hostile and emotional individuals in a compassionate, professional and courteous manner and to diffuse and manage situations involving intense conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain positive working relationships among persons of competing interests.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the University in a competent and professional manner.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate good judgment and consistently demonstrate fairness, ethics, integrity, and accountability.
• Ability to consistently self-prioritize in undertaking multiple concurrent priorities while meeting deadlines and timelines.
• Ability to effectively work in a collaborative, team-centered work environment and provide helpful support to customers and colleagues in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
• Ability to effectively engage individuals in a group setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Education, Gender Studies, Social Work, Public Health, or related field.

Experience :

• Certification in mediation, alternative dispute and / or conflict resolution, restorative justice, or related areas.
• Training in federal and state civil rights areas, ADA, and / or Title IX training.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies) :

• Experience working with diverse groups
• Experience working in higher education
• Experience training large groups both virtually and in-person.
• Ability and skills to analyze and interpret problems while developing strategies for conflict resolution and mediation.
• Commitment to social change.
• Creativity.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Experience working in public health or hospital setting.

Additional Details

Travel to and participate, attend, and facilitate community outreach events and training.

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status.

Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.

To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or