Student Engagement - 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

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Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.

Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Position Summary

The Director of Title IX Compliance will oversee all aspects of compliance as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and other relevant federal and state laws and regulations to ensure a campus environment free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex or gender. This role requires a deep understanding of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure a coordinated campus response and robust prevention and education initiatives.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures for University-wide Title IX Compliance

• 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.

• Oversees the fair and impartial resolution processes for sex and gender-based harassment and misconduct, ensuring due process for all parties involved.

• Oversees and conducts prompt, thorough, fair and impartial investigations of complaints, to include collecting evidence, sending notices to the participants, interviewing participants, and other investigative duties into reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and other forms of sex and gender-based discrimination and harassment.

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

• 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.

• Oversees appropriate communication to the party or parties, including the commencement of an investigation and other processes in alignment with Title IX and other relevant regulatory requirements

• Coordinates with relevant departments and external investigators as necessary.

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

• Maintains strong partnership with Athletics Director and Senior Woman Administrator, and others as necessary, to ensure compliance with Title IX regulations in Athletics.

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

• Responsible for compliance with any relevant state and federal requirements, as well as the data collection and reporting for the Clery Report and the Sexual Misconduct Climate Assessment

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

• Coordinates Informal Resolutions.

• Identifies and analyzes trends or patterns in case data

• 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.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.

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 Student Support

• Pay Type Salary

• Required Education Bachelor's Degree

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