Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights

Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights Apply now Job no: 554998 Work type: Management (MPP) Location: Chancellor's Office Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time Are you passionate about civil rights and ready to build upon a strong foundation to drive meaningful change? The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking an Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights to lead and further develop a recently established systemwide Civil Rights structure at the Chancellors Office supporting 22 universities within the nations most diverse public university system. This is a unique opportunity to shape systemwide initiatives, enhance compliance and equity efforts, and ensure a culture of fairness, accountability, and inclusion across the CSU. Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking strategic, proficient, collaborative and experienced candidates for the position of Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights. Reporting to the Interim Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer, the AVC is responsible for leading a team that will provide systemwide strategic leadership, oversight, partnership, support, and resources to the CSUs university-level Title IX and other civil rights offices. The AVC leads efforts to strengthen campus Civil Rights capability, promote consistent and effective practices, identify and remediate gaps, and develop scalable approaches to systemwide service delivery. The CSUs vision for civil rights is to foster and sustain a welcoming and nurturing campus environment where all community members are safe, supported, and empowered. We accomplish this through ensuring that our processes are not only fair, effective, and thorough, but also honor the humanity of all those involved. Salary The anticipated salary range is $260,004 - $310,008 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Work Arrangements The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse higher education system. Flexibility to telecommute two days a week, with three days on-site at the main headquarters in Long Beach, California. Premium Benefits Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits Generous vacation plan 15 paid holidays a year Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members) Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) More details here: Comprehensive Benefits Package Classification Administrator IV Position Information The Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights is responsible for leading a team that provides centralized strategic planning, oversight, support, and resources to the CSUs university-level Title IX and other civil rights offices. The AVC will also oversee a team that is responsible for CSUs compliance with laws and policies governing Equal Employment Opportunities and whistleblower (including whistleblower retaliation) complaints including responding to complaints that are investigated by the Chancellors Office and providing support, guidance and oversight to appropriate administrators at the CSUs 22 universities. Key Responsibilities: - Strengthen Systemwide Civil Rights Operations Lead the development and implementation of structures to support effective systemwide Civil Rights programs and services, including oversight of and partnership with campus Civil Rights offices; establishment of consi tent practices across CSU universities; assessment of campus needs and delivery of differentiated support; identification and remediation of gaps; development of campus Civil Rights capability; enterprise-level case management system; systemwide strategic planning regarding training, prevention, and education responsibilities; routine analysis and dissemination of data gathered through campus climate surveys and other sources; and ongoing oversight and support from the Chancellors Office to university-level implementers and Chancellors Office implementers. - Provide Strategic Leadership and Best Practices Shape and communicate a systemwide civil rights vision that strengthens CSU oversight, fosters shared governance, and supports collaboration with university presidents and other senior leaders, the Academic Senate, and the Board of Trustees. Collaborate with CSUs Office of General Counsel to align systemwide policies with federal and state legal requirements, integrating best practices in equity and compliance. - Support and Develop Systemwide Civil Rights Professionals Lead a team of senior directors and specialists, providing expertise and oversight for Title IX, Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (DHR), and whistleblower programs while ensuring effective campus-level implementation. - Support the CSU Mission Lead humanity-centered civil rights and whistleblower compliance efforts that uphold federal and California laws while fostering a caring, inclusive culture grounded in fairness, free speech, and academic freedom. - Advance Education, Prevention and Reporting Direct systemwide training, prevention initiatives, and campus climate assessments, and represent CSU to state and federal agencies, media, and stakeholders through reports and public engagement. - Lead Systemwide Compliance and Oversight Oversee and enhance CSUs compliance with Title IX, nondiscrimination, and whistleblower laws, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment across 22 universities. - Oversee Investigations and Risk Management Ensure effective response and resolution of systemwide whistleblower and civil rights matters, proactively identifying areas of risk and providing strategic guidance to prevent compliance issues. Qualifications This position requires: Education/Experience: Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience requi