Director of Incident Response, Education & Compliance

Department:

ACRCE Office of Civil Rights and Title IX

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

With the vision of supporting the values and mission of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, the Director of Incident Response, Education, and Compliance provides leadership for a centralized civil rights function that serves as a leading model in higher education. This position oversees institution-wide incident response and supportive measures for reports of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct, while providing strategic oversight of education and compliance initiatives.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Civil Rights & Title IX, the Director ensures a coordinated, trauma-informed, and legally compliant response to civil rights concerns. The Director supervises incident response staff as well as the Education Specialist and Compliance Specialist, and is responsible for aligning operations across these functions to promote equitable access, consistency, and institutional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s, J.D., or Doctorate in related field; Related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization. Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams; Experience in higher education and centralized civil rights models; Experience with case management systems (e.g., Maxient).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Extensive experience with Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, and related civil rights laws; Clery, FERPA). Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience. Ability to manage complex operations and multiple functional areas. Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills. Ability to interpret policy and apply sound judgment in sensitive situations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities