Lead Deputy Title VI Coordinator

Job Posting Location:

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title:

Lead Deputy Title VI Coordinator

Job Description:

ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.

JOB PURPOSE: The Lead Deputy Title VI Coordinator (“Lead Deputy”) at Pomona College has the primary responsibility of assisting the Title IX Coordinator in managing reports of discrimination and harassment, on the grounds of race, color, and national origin (and, by extension ethnic characteristics and shared ancestry), but may also involve other forms of harassment and discrimination under Pomona College’s policies such as sex, religion, disability, retaliation, or other related policies, from receipt to resolution. The Lead Deputy is responsible for conducting thorough, impartial, fair, and timely investigations in compliance with the College’s Non-Discrimination Policy (Workplace and Student-Related Matter), Discrimination and Harassment Investigation and Response Procedures and other relevant College policies/procedures/guidance.  

This role will assist in educating the campus community about Title VI, assist in ensuring campus compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidance related to discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, and national origin including, but not limited to Title VI, the Unruh Civil Rights Act, and other local, state and federal legal requirements. The Lead Deputy works collaboratively with Student Affairs, Human Resources, Campus Safety, and legal counsel. The Deputy may also work directly with faculty, staff, and students, as well as with colleagues across The Claremont Colleges. 

The ideal candidate for this position is someone with experience in creating a supportive and thoughtful intake environment, who can implement a strategic vision for educational efforts in relation to community care and compliance, and has a detail-oriented approach to investigations and case management. This position will work closely with the Associate Dean and Title IX Coordinator to create a team that is approachable and accessible to the Pomona College community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reporting directly to the Associate Dean/Title IX Coordinator, the Lead Deputy works independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:

Intake, Support, & Case Management:

1. Conduct intake meetings with complainants and respondents regarding discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; address immediate safety needs; communicate information about support services and facilitate contact with internal and external resources; communicate information about reporting options both on and off-campus and ensure parties' full understanding of the College's investigation, resolution, and hearing procedures. In collaboration with other College offices, identify and implement appropriate interim measures and accommodations.

2. Where appropriate, the Lead Deputy may serve in an oversight capacity concerning investigations conducted by designated trained Title VI investigators, ensuring that such investigations are conducted in compliance with applicable College Policies and Procedures. 

a. Case management: The Lead Deputy assists with the tracking and monitoring of Title VI complaints and investigations to meet prescribed deadlines; develops complaint/respondent management checklists, protocols and procedures; and assists in the coordination, tracking, and monitoring of Title VI compliance training.

Investigations:

1. Develop/maintain investigative protocols consistent with applicable College Non-Discrimination Policy, Discrimination and Harassment Investigation and Response Procedures and other relevant College policies/guidance (including but not limited to the Student Code and the Speech Code) and that promote timely, thorough, impartial, and legally sound investigations.

2. Conduct prompt, impartial investigations into allegations of discrimination or harassment under the Non-Discrimination Policy involving race, color, and national origin, as well as other applicable civil rights laws and related Pomona College policies, including the Discrimination and Harassment Investigation and Response Procedures.

3. Gather, review, and analyze relevant evidence including documents, digital records, physical evidence, and other materials in compliance with the