Assistant Or Associate Director Of Title IX Compliance*

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

Position Summary

• The official title of either Assistant or Associate Director of Title IX Compliance will be determined by the incumbent's level of experience.

Under the leadership of the Executive Director of Title IX Compliance, the Assistant or Associate Director of Title IX Compliance will assist with case management, supportive measure coordination, training, programs, and reporting as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and other relevant federal and state laws and regulations. The Assistant or Associate Director of Title IX Compliance will play a vital role in the University's coordinated response, prevention, and education initiatives as it relates to Title IX and other University policy.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Processes and assists Complainants with the filing of Title IX and other sex-based discrimination complaints, to include guiding individuals to appropriate campus and community resources and informing them of the University's process for responding to and otherwise handling complaints.

• Demonstrates ability to handle complex situations, including responding to parties in a sensitive and informed manner, ably tracking multiple cases, meeting various deadlines, maintaining neutrality, working well under stress, and performing duties impartially and confidentially.

• Develops and implements a case management plan for each reported incident and investigation.

• Prepares, maintains, and reviews datum/records pertaining to trainings, reports/complaints, investigations, findings and other applicable datum/records.

• Conducts prompt, thorough, fair and impartial investigations of complaints, to include collecting evidence, sending notices to the participants, interviewing participants, drafting reports, and other investigative duties.

• Provides appropriate communications and notifications to the party or parties, including the commencement of an investigation and other processes.

• Protects the integrity and privacy of the parties throughout the investigation.

• Coordinates Informal Resolutions.

• Participates in investigation team or work group meetings; prepares and assembles materials for use at such meetings, such as case status updates, agendas, and meeting minutes.

• Prepares comprehensive investigation reports and summaries of all findings based upon an analysis of all relevant evidence gathered during the investigation.

• Identifies and analyzes trends or patterns in case data and prepares regularly scheduled, detailed reports; uses data to locate and define new process improvement opportunities; works with management to establish and maintain investigation procedures.

• Develops and provides education, training, and outreach programming related to Title IX and other relevant University policy.

• Prepares and oversees the administration of supportive measures.

• Prepares and disseminates educational materials, including brochures, posters, and web-based materials that inform members of the campus community of their rights and responsibilities under Title IX, state law and University policy.

• Keeps up with policy and procedural changes that will affect the scope or practice of case management, as well as complete training and professional development related to Title IX and applicable laws, policies and regulations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in related field required, Master's preferred.

• 5 years of related experience and/or training to the essential duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficient skill in writing concise, analytical and cogent reports or papers.

• Experience should demonstrate a clear understanding of Title IX and related compliance issues as well as high-level analytical skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Understanding of Trauma Informed Care and of its application in the interviewing of involved parties.

Unusual Working Conditions

May require evening and/or weekend hours.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Other details

• Job Family Staff

• Job Function Human Resources

• Pay Type Salary

• Required Education Bachelor's Degree

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