Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Investigator - (2400001E)
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Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Investigator - (2400001E)

Job Summary

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation's top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest University in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University values diversity and fosters a climate that is grounded in respect and inclusion to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire University community.

Reporting directly to the Office of Inclusion & Institutional Equity (OIIE) Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Equity and Compliance, the Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Investigator is responsible for the coordination of all reports and complaints associated with possible violations of Title IX regulations and TU's Policy on Sexual Harassment and Other Sexual Misconduct and Grievance Procedures. The Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Investigator will be able to articulate a clear understanding of how to effectively interpret and implement University processes to ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Campus SaVE Act, Clery Act, Violence Against Women Act, and Maryland law, under the Education Article provision. This position will support the daily administration of the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sexual Misconduct activities, education, training, and programming for the University.

Responsibilities and Duties

Responsibilities for the Title IX Coordinator and Civil Rights Investigator include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversees and manages all Title IX reports and complaints to ensure the prompt assessment and review of all Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sexual Misconduct matters and timely completion of the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sexual Misconduct investigation and adjudication process consistent with University policies and procedures; provides outreach and accommodations for inquiries and reports relating to sexual misconduct and/or sexual discrimination; in consultation with the OIIE AVP of Equity and Compliance, guides Title IX and Civil Rights Investigators, Hearing Panel Members, Hearing Advisors, and campus partners on best practices and interpretation of rules and regulations; coordinates all aspects of the Sexual Harassment and Other Sexual Misconduct Grievance procedures; maintains accurate and thorough case files and reports, and provides updates (e.g., weekly) to the AVP of Equity and Compliance
• In the Civil Rights Investigator role, this position will conduct a prompt and thorough assessment and if warranted, investigation of Civil Rights complaints, ensuring compliance with University policies and processes, as well as all applicable laws; ensures a well-documented investigation process analyzing information and working with the appropriate University offices during the course of investigations; maintains accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports; and prepares comprehensive reports of investigation findings of fact and recommendation(s)
• The Title IX Coordinator role also coordinates with the TUPD, Division of Student Affairs, Office of General Counsel, Department of Athletics, as needed, and others regarding the Clery Reports, as well as any information requests from USM audits, OCR, NCAA, etc.
• Develops and provides/presents information to students and employees regarding current policies, procedures, and administrative processes, addressing a variety of issues and/or providing general support; provides educational outreach and training, and assists in the development of marketing and educational materials to students and employees on the topic of sexual misconduct and sex discrimination; coordinates assessment efforts on education and training programs and collaborates with others on surveys to assess University climate; edits and updates the Title IX, Sexual Harassment, and Other Sexual Misconduct information on relevant websites
• Continuously maintains current information regarding federal and state laws and regulations, as well as integrates best practices in investigations; maintains current information relating to employment policies and procedures for faculty and staff under Title IX and Civil Rights; ensures that University-related information is readily available on all aspects of Title IX and discrimination; participates in University System of Maryland Title IX work groups
• Serves on related committees and panels as requested; co-chairs the Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention and Education Committee, also referred to as SHAPE; collaborates with the designated supervisor(s), faculty, and staff across the University

Telework may be available for this position up to two days per week following the completion of 90 days of service in good standing.

Qualifications and Skills

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience working with Title IX
• Two years of Civil Rights investigation experience in higher education
• Experience with managing sexual misconduct reports and cases in different phases, and working with/responding to victims, impacted parties, reporting parties/complainants, responding/accused parties
• Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to federal/ state compliance, discriminatory practices, sexual misconduct, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and other practices that violate Title IX, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Section 504/ADA
• Awareness of current trends and best practices in Title IX, Civil Rights, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in higher education
  Obtain appropriate certifications (e.g., Title IX Coordinator, Civil Rights Investigator, Association of Title IX Administrators) within first 90 days of employment
• Receive Symplicity database training within first two weeks of employment.
• Ability to identify issues, summarize facts, and write clear and concise investigative reports
• Ability to manage a caseload of Title IX and civil rights reports and complaints in a prompt, effective, and equitable remedy
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with members of our campus community
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse setting
• Demonstrated success in facilitating sensitive, emotionally charged conversations, and developing remedies/supportive measures to individuals in crisis
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or other post-graduate degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, JD) in related field
• Three years of Title IX coordination experience in higher education
• Experience with Case Management software

Salary and Benefits

Targeted hiring range is $83,500 - $88,500 and full University benefits that include 22 days of annual leave, up to 15 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, please click here. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

To apply; https://towson.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=2400001E

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume or vita with your online application. This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days.

The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors has been our top priority and the focus of every one of our decisions since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, the University System of Maryland (USM) has strongly encouraged full COVID vaccination and up-to-date booster shots (when eligible) for all faculty, staff, and students at all schools in the USM as both a reasonable and necessary means of protecting our health and safety.

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