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Job Description

Well-Qualified and Interested Candidates should forward their Resume / CVs to Kevin Root at KRoot@HumanCapitalLLC.com or Milton Hall at MHall@HumanCapitalLLC.com.

The Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator manages the institution’s compliance with Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, ADA, Rehabilitation Act Section 504 and other state and federal laws relating to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking. This position also serves as the ADA and 504 Coordinators for the institution and coordinates compliance with the ADA/Section 504 in collaboration with human resources, disability services, and facilities. The Director supervises office staff and manages external investigators.

The Director of Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator is responsible for supervising and conducting intake of alleged discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Determines whether formal or informal resolutions are appropriate, and when necessary, supervises and conducts investigations into allegations of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct involving students, staff, and faculty. Coordinates as needed with human resources, the provost, and the dean of students.

This person will report to the Executive Vice President for Finance & Administration and has a matrixed reporting relationship to the President’s Chief of Staff. Coordinates closely on a day-to-day basis with the Vice President for Equity & Inclusion and General Counsel, and works closely with other members of institution leadership.

This is a significant opportunity to support a diverse workforce and participate in the institution’s efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Institutional Monitoring and Compliance Relating to Discrimination (35%)

As Title IX Coordinator, ensure that policies, procedures, and practices regarding sex discrimination and harassment and sexual misconduct comply with Title IX, other federal laws related to the Title IX program and sexual misconduct on campus (e.g., the Violence Against Women Act and the Campus Sexual Assault and Violence Elimination (SaVE) Act) and any relevant state law; ensure that policies and processes reflect best practices in the field.

Ensure that complaints, reports, and investigations of all forms of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct are handled in accordance with institution policies in compliance with insurer requirements, and through prompt, fair, and impartial practices and standards. This includes the receipt, evaluation, investigation, and resolution of complaints, as well as training of those involved in investigations and adjudication.

Collaborate with enterprise risk management and Consortium Risk Management on all relevant matters.

Maintain the institution’s policies regarding discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct, as well as reviewing and revising the internal processes and practices for the investigation and adjudication of these issues.

Facilitate coordination and collaboration with and among institution offices – including but not limited to including the student life, human resources, academic affairs, disability services, and campus safety – on discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct issues. Collaborate with groups and offices on campus to build relationships that serve as the foundation for cooperation and open dialogue with and among students, faculty, and staff.

As the ADA and 504 coordinator, coordinate compliance with the ADA/Section 504 in collaboration with human resources, disability services, facilities, and campus planning. Co-chair the disability and accessibility inclusion committee; monitor compliance with state and federal laws regarding accessibility, and handle grievances relating to accommodations process or disability discrimination/ harassment.

Develop and maintain professional relationships with Title IX coordinators at neighboring campuses, with the goal of facilitating and promoting joint training and prevention efforts.

Serve as institutional representative on Title IX, discrimination, and sexual misconduct related matters, including in communications with govern