"Director of Title IX Compliance and Sexual Misconduct Response - University at Albany"

Job Description

The Director of Title IX Compliance and Sexual Misconduct Response plays a pivotal role in fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment at the University at Albany. Tasked with overseeing campus compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA), NYS Education Law 129-b and other state and federal laws, SUNY and University policies that prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex or gender; and addressing issues related to sexual misconduct and harassment, this position offers broad opportunities for developing innovative approaches to compliance, campus-wide educational initiatives and training modules. Reporting to the Chief Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Officer and working in close collaboration with the Dean of Students Office, the Office of Employee Relations and the Office of Health Promotion, the Director of Title IX Compliance and Sexual Misconduct Response is a member of a broad, cross-offices team dedicated to supporting our campus community by addressing sexual misconduct and sex-based discrimination.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the University's Title IX Coordinator and lead the Office of the Title IX Coordinator.
• Lead the University's response to all complaints and reports of sexual misconduct or sex-based discrimination, and related allegations of misconduct
  • Manage cases in compliance with University policy and state and federal law, including facilitating supportive measures and conducting investigations in conjunction with the team in the Office of the Title IX Coordinator.
  • Ensure investigations of reports and complaints of sexual misconduct are complete, reliable, timely, confidential, and impartial.
• Develop and implement programs and initiatives designed to educate faculty, staff, and students regarding their rights and obligations under Title IX, VAWA, NYS Education Law 129-b, and other applicable state and federal laws, SUNY, and University policies.
• Maintain and advance the University's case management and record-keeping practices. Develop reports as needed in compliance with Title IX, VAWA, and NYS Education Law 129-b.
• Develop and implement infrastructure for continual assessment and improvement of experiences related to Title IX. Identify systemic issues relating to complaints and make recommendations to improve campus policy, response, and prevention as appropriate for students, faculty, and staff.
• Lead the bi-weekly Title IX/129b Compliance Team meeting to ensure cross-office collaboration for all active complaints and reports as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact and facilitator for any consultants the University may engage to address components of the work of the Office of the Title IX Coordinator.
• Lead and manage direct reports/team providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to assure goals, programs, activities, and personnel practices are consistent with and contribute to the University's mission. Lead employees for maximum performance and dedication, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Complete performance management feedback and goals timely and per requirements, offering constructive feedback and developing improvement plans.
• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to Chief Enterprise Risk Management & Compliance Officer
• Supervises the following positions: Sexual Misconduct Investigator, Office administrative assistant

Job Requirements:

• Ability to interpret policy and law and apply it to incident reports and formal complaints
• Ability to write reports summarizing information from various sources into a comprehensive narrative
• Ability to analyze information and determine relevancy
• Strong organizational and management abilities to oversee multiple and complex cases effectively and concurrently
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Substantial, progressively responsible experience in Title IX administration, whether at an educational institution or similarly complex non-educational entity, or transferable experience in leading institutional responses consistent with civil rights principles and legislative requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in engaging and collaborating with a diverse range of constituents.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Title IX laws, regulations, and best practices in addressing discrimination and sexual misconduct.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in law, higher education administration, social work, or a related field or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. A juris doctorate or relevant legal background is advantageous.
• Prior experience working in a higher education setting in Title IX or related areas.
• Familiarity with case management software and data analysis for tracking and reporting purposes.

Working Environment:

Typical office environment

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Director (Management Confidential, M/C 13); $140,000-150,000.
Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

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