Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, VP & Treasurer, this position will manage the day-to-day responsibilities associated with the College’s obligations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of the 1972 Civil Rights Act and the Clery Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2013 (VAWA). Oversee and ensure the College’s compliance with all Title IX requirements.
Working both independently and collaboratively with The Claremont Colleges Title IX Administrator, will oversee and ensure Title IX compliance for the College. Responsible for tracking and monitoring incidents of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct. Ensures prompt and equitable resolution of complaints. Coordinates, and conducts as needed, training, education and prevention efforts for issues related to harassment, discrimination and equal opportunity. Advises on options for responding to and resolving complaints. Provides advice and information on Title IX, the College’s Discrimination and Harassment Policies and Procedures, relevant federal, state and local laws relating to discrimination, harassment, equal opportunity and civil rights, and how these laws interact.
Essential Functions
Coordinates all TIX and gender-based discrimination complaints. Ensure investigations comply with the College’s grievance procedures and Title IX requirements under either the Pitzer College policies, The Claremont Colleges Title IX policies, or the policies of another institution, including notices, timelines, training, interim actions, etc. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assessing immediate and ongoing need for supportive and safety measures and collaborating with appropriate College offices to implement such measures
Assessing appropriateness of informal and formal procedures
Selection of investigators and hearing adjudicators, including outside personnel
Overseeing investigations and hearings in collaboration with The Claremont Colleges Title IX Administrator
Assuring adherence to relevant policies
Keeping students updated on status of matters
Maintaining Title IX documentation and records (including Maxient records)
Ensure any recommended sanctions and corrective actions are carried out in a timely manner.
Collect and maintain documentation of all proceedings (reports, transcripts, emails, audio recordings, etc.) in accordance with the College’s Discrimination and Harassment Policies and Procedures and other applicable College policies.
Develop and implement a Title IX training program for students, faculty and staff that satisfy the Title IX requirements and recommendations. Manage training program for staff and faculty on sexual assault, sexual harassment prevention (including AB1825) and FERPA.
Collaborate with student groups, staff, and faculty on prevention education programming.
Develop and maintain Title IX communication materials, e.g., Pitzer Title IX website, informational brochures.
Develop and implement compliance program with applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidance (e.g., Title IX, VAWA, FERPA) and update internal policies as needed.
Provide leadership to Consortium-?wide committees such as the Title IX and Clery Working Groups. Collaborate with The Claremont Colleges Title IX Administrator and the Title IX Coordinators at other Consortium colleges to ensure policies and practices are appropriate and legally compliant.
Provide leadership and/or assistance with Consortium-?wide initiatives such as climate surveys, law enforcement MOU, the 7C Sexual Misconduct website, TCCS employee trainings, among others.
Maintain and provide records and data as needed for institutional purposes and legal compliance.
Work closely with the 7C sexual assault resource center (EmPOWER Center.)
Lead College-wide Title IX training in compliance with Clery and Title law. Responsible for ensuring all students, employees, contractors and volunteers complete the applicable campus mandated compliance trainings including but not limited to the annual Title IX training, the Discrimination Harassment and Retaliation training, Mandated Reporter training and the Conflict-of-Interest training.?
Assist the Office of Student Affairs with Clery compliance and training, including preparation of the ASFSR.
Develop and sustain effective and collaborative working relationships with personnel of internal and external resource organizations (e.g., Office of Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Human Resources, EmPOWER Center of The Claremont Colleges, Campus Safety, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner at local hospital, Monsour Counseling Center, House of Ruth, Project Sister, etc.).
Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The individual must possess knowledge, skills and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret Title IX, FEHA, CLERY, VAWA, FERPA, ADA and any other applicable federal, state or local laws addressing nondiscrimination and/or equal employment opportunity.
Ability to independently interpret, analyze, apply and explain highly complex laws, regulations, guidelines and policies related to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination.
Superior problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to negotiate and resolve highly sensitive, complex and/or unprecedented problems.
Organization-wide program and project management abilities.
Demonstrated ability to develop, lead and effectively facilitate training programs.
High level of discretion, good judgment and management of confidential and sensitive matters.
Superior interpersonal skills, demonstrating sensitivity while maintaining objectivity and professionalism.
High level of maturity, with the ability to remain composed, focused and neutral in conflict and difficult situations.
Superior oral and written communications skills in English.
Ability to communicate ideas, information and recommendations clearly and persuasively both orally and in writing, to individuals and groups.
Ability to prepare well-organized complex reports and claim files.
Handle multiple, competing priorities in a systematic and focused manner and quickly shift priorities to satisfy responsibilities, expectations and deadlines.
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
Be engaging and adept in communicating and collaborating with individuals of diverse constituencies and backgrounds.
Knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, relevant policies, procedures, culture, values and organizational structures and interactions of the College.
Use recent versions of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as Maxient.
Education/Experience: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is strongly preferred. Must have five or more years of related experience, including experience in handling grievances and conducting investigations alleging gender-based violence and discrimination. Experience dealing with dispute resolutions and/or student conduct adjudication is preferred. Experience in higher education is also preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the College’s insurer, or equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-campus locations.
Supervisory Responsibility: No.
Work Hours: The regular hours for this position are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. These hours may vary due to needs of the College or department. May be required to work evening and weekends as needed.
Physical Requirements: This is generally a sedentary position. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and operate a computer for prolonged periods of time. Must have the stamina to work long hours as needed. Must have the mental resilience to handle highly emotional and potentially stressful situations on a regular basis.
Review of applications will commence immediately.
Instructions: Only qualified applicants please.
Application Materials: Upload the following materials to complete your application:
Cover Letter: Indicate your reason for interest in this position, describe how your qualifications make you an ideal candidate, and explain which of Pitzer’s core values best relates to your own.
Resume: List relevant qualifications and dates of experience.
Professional References: References will be contacted for select applicants and advance notice will be provided. Provide the names of at least three (3) individuals who can speak to your professional qualifications. Include their business titles, contact information and an indication of how you are acquainted with them (e.g., former supervisor, coworker, etc.).
The Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and Claremont University Consortium, which provides shared institutional support services, is reminiscent of the Oxford-Cambridge model. The undergraduate colleges include Pomona College, Scripps College, Claremont McKenna College, Harvey Mudd College, and Pitzer College. The two graduate institutions include Claremont Graduate University and Keck Graduate Institute.
