Civil Rights Advisor

Civil Rights Advisor

The University of New Mexico’s Hearing Office seeks a Civil Rights Advisor to support and guide students, faculty, and/or staff engaged as complainants in civil rights proceedings. This individual advises participants on policies and procedures and accompanies participants to meetings and civil rights hearings. The position supports the 2020 Updated Title IX Regulations that became effective in August 2020.

• Provides support, guidance, and information to students, faculty, or staff who are complainants or respondents in civil rights proceedings.
• Assists participants in understanding relevant University policies and navigating the administrative hearing process.
• Reviews documents, participates in gathering facts, and helps prepare the participant for proceedings, including advising on the potential impact of various choices and outcomes.
• Accompanies participants to pre‑hearing conferences and hearings and manages participants’ expectations of the hearing process.
• Assists the participant at the hearing phase of the proceeding and provides guidance on the direct parties and witnesses.
• Performs the cross‑examination of parties and witnesses.
• Collaborates with stakeholders and other advisors, as appropriate.

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University’s influenza vaccination requirement.

• Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• The ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of legal documentation procedures and requirements.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and University compliance laws, guidelines, and procedures.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

See the Position Description for additional information.