Description
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Human
Resources and Risk Management, the incumbent will coordinate the
District’s compliance programs related to Title IX, Equal
Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), District Facility ADA, Whistleblower Act, and Workplace
Violence laws. Specifically, this position will be responsible for
developing, implementing, monitoring, and coordinating the campus’
response to students, faculty, staff, and visitors/third parties
experiencing varying degrees of distress. Additionally, this
position will develop and implement programs for, and to promote,
diversity in the District’s workforce; will develop and implement
programs for, and to promote understanding of, and compliance with,
all relevant harassment and discrimination laws; and, will
investigate and/or coordinate investigations into allegations of
discrimination, retaliation and harassment.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a management level class allocated only to the Department
of Human Resources. The District Compliance Officer is responsible
for overseeing the District's compliance efforts of federal, state
and local regulations and mandates, and providing support to
administrators, faculty, and staff on programs related to Title IX,
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), the California FRA, the California Whistleblower Act,
and California Workplace Violence laws.
The District Compliance Officer provides direct management and
oversight over assigned human resource areas and functions for the
District. The incumbent may also supervise, train, and evaluate the
work performed by support staff.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Serves as the District’s Deputy Title IX Coordinator, and
central resource for compliance through the process of planning,
coordinating, implementing, and monitoring Title IX, ADA, EEO,
Whistleblower, and Workplace Violence Plan activities of the
District.
Monitors, oversees, and/or assists with the implementation of
the California Whistleblower Act, Title 5 mandated District EEO
Plan, and Workplace Violence Plan required by Labor Code section
6401.9.
Coordinates and or investigates allegations and complaints
alleging violations of District policy, whistleblower,
discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual violence and or any
other matter related to factfinding, as appropriate, ensuring a
fair and neutral process for all parties; meets with complainant(s)
on a regular basis to determine what interim or supportive measures
are necessary and ensures that such steps are taken; and prepares
detailed written investigatory reports; implement protocols for
internal and external complaints or allegations regarding unlawful
discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation, including
complaints from students.
Engages in dispute resolution; utilizes outstanding
organizational skills to ensure well documented, completed files,
and documentation; and provides advice and guidance as needed to
conclude complaints.
Coordinates and monitors the Title IX efforts of other
co-coordinators and District offices that receive and/or
investigate complaints, including but not limited to Student
Services, Instruction, and the Police Department, working
collaboratively to provide support and remain in compliance.
Consults with the Vice President of Human Resources and Risk
Management or designee on matters such as investigative findings,
training and development, and any other matter within the purview
of the function. Assists the VP in the oversight of other campus
investigators and facilitates the utilization of outside
investigators when appropriate.
Assists in the development of educational programs, training,
and outreach programming relating to Title IX and EEO topics
including, but not limited to, discrimination, harassment, sexual
violence, stalking and retaliation. Provides or recommends training
to Title IX Co-Coordinators, responsible employees, investigators,
decision makers, advisors, and other campus officials with Title IX
responsibilities.
Prepares statistical reports for analysis and reporting;
monitors and oversees campus implementation of Title IX and Title 5
Discrimination compliance. Implements and recommends relevant
campus policies related to areas of responsibility.
Hires, trains, evaluates and supervises staff.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices related to human resources and
compliance.
- Principles of integrity, fair dealing, neutrality, and
confidentiality.
- Applicable state and federal employment and labor laws and
governmental compliance requirements required.
- Recent developments, regulatory and enforcement guidance, and
legislative initiatives affecting employee and labor
relations.
- Theories, principles, practices, and procedures associated with
human resources management in higher education or related public
service agencies or organizations.
- Principles of supervision and employee management.
- Principles, concepts, methods, and techniques of effective
leadership.
- Principles, methods, and techniques of recruiting a diverse
population utilizing diversity networks and resources.
- Principles of establishing and maintaining effective community
relationships.
- District mission, organization, services, operations, policies,
and objectives.
- Methods of collecting and organizing data and information.
- Principles of record-keeping, research, and report
preparation.
- Demographics of the District.
- National, regional, and local community resources and
services.
- Trends and issues in California higher educational
systems.
Ability to:
- Maintain strict confidentiality of privileged information.
- Interpret and apply provisions of federal and state laws
including but not limited to Education Code, Government Code, ADA,
Title V, Title IX, Title VII, and other applicable and relevant
regulations.
- Prepare and deliver verbal and written presentations.
- Independently manage and prioritize workload, demands, and
time.
- Work cooperatively with students, staff, corporate partners,
local businesses, government agencies, and other educational
partners and professional organizations.
- Lead, plan, organize, develop, and evaluate programs,
activities and services.
- Lead, facilitate, and conduct meetings and training(s) in an
effective manner.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, in both verbal and written
form.
- Effectively use modern office equipment, computers, and
software applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint), FileMaker Pro, and HRIS systems).
- Keeps current with frequent changes in policies, practices, and
laws that affect the scope of responsibilities for this
assignment.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working
relationships with all employees and others encountered in the
course of work.
- Directly supervise staff employed within the Office of Human
Resources and Employee Relations.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity,
sexual orientation, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds, and
disabilities of community college students and staff as
demonstrated by skills and abilities in cultural responsiveness and
cultural humility.
Qualifications
A combination of education, training, and relevant professional
experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities may be considered.
Education:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human
Resources, Public Administration, Industrial Organizational
Psychology, Psychology or a related field, AND three (3) years of
professional higher education compliance (e.g. ADA, Title V, Title
IX) officer experience OR three (3) years of experience as an
Investigator AND two (2) years of progressively responsible
supervisory or management experience in a public organization or
institution of higher education with responsibility for compliance
(e.g. ADA, Title V, Title IX) with laws, regulations and
guidelines.
OTHER CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, OR SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent may be required to work evenings to attend board
meetings; and may be required to work during other irregular hours
including weekends and holidays.
Suggested (not required) certifications such as ATIXA or
CCEP.
Supplemental Information
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the San Joaquin
Delta College will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee
with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the
essential functions of their job.
Physical Demands:
- Regularly perform desk-based computer tasks.
Work Environment:
Office Environment. A workplace with moderate noise levels
featuring typical office amenities, including computers,
telephones, and office furniture, in a controlled indoor setting,
and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
EXEMPT POSITION: This is an exempt position and is not
subject to overtime.
San Joaquin Delta Community College District is an equal
opportunity employer and recognizes the need to provide reasonable
accommodations to employees with disabilities. For more
information, contact the Office of Human Resources at
Historical Notes
Created: 4.1.2026
Approved: 6.2.2026
