Civil Rights Compliance Support Role

Job Summary

This part-time/temporary position will be compensated for time worked on an hourly basis. The work schedule for this role will consist of an estimated 20 hours per week for an anticipated period of four months beginning February 18, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025. Due to the part-time/temporary nature of this work, this is not a benefit-eligible position. This role will report to the Chief Title IX Officer.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement effective compliance programs to ensure the district’s compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, Board policies and labor contracts;
• Assist in creating, implementing, and monitoring the District’s compliance with the requirements and obligations to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR);
• Collect and compile data for compliance needs, internal and external reporting, and other inquiries;
• Aid in the documentation of existing policies and procedures into written format;
• Help analyze and convert complex raw investigative data and comprehensive information into clear and concise written reports;
• Assist in the timely completion of policy and procedure audits, as assigned;
• Help draft, review and edit written investigative reports for equity investigations, including Title IX, in timely manner;
• Collaborate with and ensure diligent and prompt communication with internal and external stakeholders;
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Required

• Associate’s degree required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field (e.g. Social Work, Education, Law, etc.) preferred

Experience Required

• A minimum of two (2) years of professional and relevant experience, preferably in a legal office, school, or social services organization
• Previous experience working in legal or regulatory compliance, litigation, child protection, or investigation is preferred
• Experience working with data, compiling analysis and creating visuals is preferred
• Previous experience with, or interest in, working with youth is preferred

Other Requirements

• Spanish fluency is a plus

Conditions Of Employment

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.