LaTonda Davis-Williams has accepted the position of employee relations manager and Title IX coordinator at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

In her role, which became effective Oct. 1, Davis-Williams will coordinate the response to Title IX complaints, investigate and/or mediate employee complaints, and administer the leave of absence program for all employees in situations related to the Family and Medical Leave Act, catastrophic leave, worker’s compensation, and leave without pay.

Additionally, she will attend to affirmative action matters, employee grievances, and equal employment opportunity complaints.

Davis-Williams, who previously served as interim employee relations manager,  has a Title IX certification, a BA in sociology from Henderson State University, and more than 15 years of experience processing employee complaints.

“Her service as interim for this position is a testament of her commitment and exceptional skill set for this appointment,” said Dr. I. Charles Azebeokhai, chief human resources officer.

“I am confident she will serve our campus community well.”