| Location | Charleston, SC |
| Salary | $60,000–$70,000 Per Year |
Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity Programs
Salary
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Annually
Location
Charleston County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
2026167
Agency
University of Charleston
Opening Date
10/15/2026
Closing Date
10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu
Class Code:
AH42
Position Number:
006636
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.
$60,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$70,000.00
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Job Duties
Activity
Independently manages assigned matters from intake through closure, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and sexual misconduct matters involving students, employees, and other members of the campus community. Conducts intake and options meetings; assesses reports for potential policy issues and appropriate routing; develops investigation plans; identifies and interviews parties and witnesses; gathers, organizes, and evaluates relevant evidence; resolves factual inconsistencies where possible; and prepares clear, objective written reports distinguishing allegations, evidence, credibility considerations where applicable, and analysis.
Assists Director EOP and Title IX Coordinator with NCAA Title IX Attestations and related process.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
50
Activity
Manages the review of recruitment and hiring actions for compliance with applicable EEO requirements and College procedures, including position postings, interview requests, and hiring proposals. Provides clear assessments and recommendations to EOP and HR leadership.
Leads EEO and affirmative-action reporting processes; validates employment data; maintains supporting documentation; monitors reporting deadlines; and provides guidance regarding fair, consistent, nondiscriminatory recruitment and selection practices.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
Manages assigned case workflow from intake through closure. Maintains complete, confidential records and accurate data in the case management system; tracks deadlines and pending actions; documents reasons for delays; and provides regular status updates to the Director. Communicates with parties about procedures and case status. Responsible for coordinating referrals to campus and community resources, as appropriate. Tracks and monitors completion of assigned educational or remedial actions after resolution, documents closure. Maintains records in accordance with College retention requirements and any applicable preservation instructions. Analyzes data and prepares reports, as requested, regarding applicable programs.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
15
Activity
Develops and delivers EOP education and training for faculty, staff, and students. Maintains and improves EOP guidance materials, web content, notices, templates, and other compliance resources.
Monitors relevant legal and regulatory developments and recommends corresponding policy, procedural, and educational updates.
Reviews case trends and recurring process issues to identify opportunities for targeted education and operational improvement.
Contributes to policy revisions, program assessment, campus committees, and defined special projects.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree and relevant professional experience in compliance, investigations, human resources (employee conduct), student conduct, civil rights, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience independently conducting fact-finding interviews, evaluating documentary and testimonial evidence, managing matters with competing deadlines, and preparing substantive analytical written work is required. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and regulations, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the ADA and Section 504, relevant Clery Act/VAWA requirements, and applicable South Carolina law. Experience applying these requirements in a higher-education or comparable institutional setting is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex and sensitive matters from intake through resolution; exercise sound professional judgment; identify material issues; prioritize competing responsibilities; and recognize when consultation or escalation is appropriate.
Strong analytical and written communication skills, including the ability to synthesize interviews, records, and conflicting information into clear, objective, well-supported reports and recommendations.
Strong organizational and case-management skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, manage multiple concurrent matters, and communicate concise, meaningful updates regarding significant developments or barriers.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals experiencing conflict or distress and to explain policies, procedures, and options clearly and neutrally. Demonstrated discretion, integrity, impartiality, and sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and to take ownership of assigned work while contributing effectively to an office team.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and demonstrated ability to learn and effectively use electronic case-management, recruitment, and reporting systems. Experience with Maxient, Case IQ, PeopleAdmin, or comparable systems is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Higher-education experience and a juris doctorate are preferred.
Additional Comments
This is an in-person position that may require limited morning or evening hours conducted outside of the College's standard business hours for occasional meetings or special events (e.g., student athlete annual training).
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter describing their interest in this position, as well as their relevant investigation, analytical writing, and compliance experience.
Applicants are required to provide reference contact information, at least two of which must be former or current supervisors.
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency University of Charleston Address 66 George Street
Charleston, South Carolina, 29424
Phone 843-953-5512
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.