Director Of Diversity Equity Inclusion / Title Ix Coordinator

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Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion / Title IX Coordinator

Duties: Working with and reporting to the vice president of Human Resources, will be responsible for coordinating and guiding efforts to define, understand, assess, foster and cultivate diversity. Will develop and oversee programs, services, and initiatives designed to enhance the recruitment and successful retention of students, faculty and staff. Will serve as a liaison and strategic partner with other campus administrators to promote diversity, equity and inclusion as essential elements of Art Center’s values, mission and strategic plan. Responsible for Title IX, discrimination, harassment and retaliation compliance. Develop, deliver and oversee Title IX programs as well as the protected class discrimination and harassment programs for students, faculty and staff, providing training and oversight in compliance with federal and state laws, i.e., Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972 (EEO), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 (Title IX), the Jeanne Clery Act of 1990 (Clery Act), the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), all as amended, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws and requirements. Coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of appropriate disclosures, policies, procedures and practices designed to comply with federal and state laws requiring the prompt and equitable resolution of all complaints pursuant to Title IX as well as, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, ADA, ADEA, all as amended, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws, regulations and requirements. Provide leadership and direction for the purpose of advising, clarifying and identifying necessary resources and action to eliminate discrimination, harassment and retaliation in all educational and employment programs and activities, to ensure that access to facilities, opportunities, and resources is equitable throughout the campus. Work with Academic Affairs on the Diversity Council by playing a key role in leading diversity, equity, inclusion and Title IX efforts such as training, initiatives, programs and activities that impact students, faculty and staff. Monitor, evaluate and assess adequacy of diversity of candidates in the hiring and screening process to develop strategies that attract underrepresented candidates. Oversee prompt, effective, and equitable intake, investigation, processing, issuing of findings of fact, and timely resolution of all instances of discrimination, harassment and retaliation made known to responsible employees and/or reported or filed by students, faculty, staff or third parties. Oversee and monitor compliance and investigation efforts of other campus delegates, departments and offices (e.g. deputy Title IX coordinators, investigators, student conduct/discipline, staff and faculty discipline, advocacy services, campus security, counseling services, student affairs, faculty/academic affairs, etc.) with regard to Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, ADA, ADEA, all as amended, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws, regulations and requirements and effectively communicate any changes in these laws and regulations using various modes of communication. Receive and conduct informal and formal investigations of complaints against staff, faculty and third parties, asserting violations of the College’s anti-discrimination policies, including discrimination, harassment and retaliation as well as corresponding state and federal laws under Title VII, Title IX, ADA and ADEA; assure compliance with timelines; act as an impartial party, maintaining a high level of confidentiality and ensuring a prompt, fair and neutral process for all parties; follow up with reporting parties and responding parties during the course of the investigation; analyze complaints and develop thorough investigative plans, conduct interviews, identify and collect relevant documentation, data and other evidence, analyze evidence, apply policy and legal standards, and prepare a written, detailed investigative report of findings of fact and determination and make recommendation for appropriate corrective action. Work closely with Title IX deputy coordinators assigned to student affairs and academic affairs for student and faculty complaints, investigations and possible discipline and sanctions; monitor investigation from beginning to end; ensure proper tracking of student complaints and investigations. Provide guidance and assistance to reporting parties of sexual violence and sex/gender discrimination including referral to support resources, notice of right to file internal complaints, notice of the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, and notice of the right to report incidents to law enforcement. Lead the Title IX Task Force of key campus stakeholders by meeting quarterly, monitoring compliance, identifying risks, mitigating risks, monitoring trends and making recommendations to executive leadership as needed. Coordinate, develop and implement a climate survey to assess the campus perception of sexual assault issues, safety and wellness perceptions, and campus communication related to Title IX; compile and analyze data for dissemination to executive leadership and the campus community. Develop, coordinate with other departments, and/or implement ongoing training, consultation, and technical assistance on Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, ADA and ADEA, all as amended, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws, regulations and requirements for all students, faculty and staff, with specialized training content for hearing officers, if applicable, board of directors, Title IX deputy coordinators, and campus security. Develop, implement and coordinate campus strategic efforts aimed at the prevention, education and outreach of sexual violence and other forms of sex and/or gender­-based discrimination. Develop and disseminate educational materials, including brochures, posters, and Web-based materials that inform members of the campus community (students, faculty and staff) of Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, ADA, ADEA, all as amended, and other federal and state anti-discrimination rights, laws, responsibilities and resources both within and external to campus premises. Build, develop, monitor and update the Title IX web page for comprehensive information related to Title IX and other anti-discrimination policies, programs and procedures. Provide comprehensive training and guidance to selection committees and other staff regarding laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for equal employment opportunity, diversity, unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, and other areas as directed to ensure fair and equitable recruitment and selection practices and strategies. Data Compilation, Recordkeeping and Reporting. Organize and maintain grievance files, disposition reports, and other records regarding compliance, including annual reports of the number and nature of filed complaints and the disposition of said complaints, data collection, climate assessment, pattern monitoring; work with campus security and other administrators for data compilation in compliance with the Clery Act. Assist in external complaint processes, i.e., Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Office for Civil Rights, Department of Fair Employment and Housing, etc.; provide confidential data and reports; respond to questions and retrieve documents as required; prepare statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations for use by external investigators or legal counsel. Consult with external legal counsel. Marginal (Non-essential). Maintenance of files, recordkeeping and retention, Web-site updates.

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