University of Toledo

Title: Assoc Dir Title IX & Compl & Sr Deputy Title IX Coord

Department Org: Title IX - 113880

Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: MC AD

Posted Salary: Salary will commensurate with education and experience starting at $68,000

Job Description:

Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the U.S. Department of Education's implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106, this position is the primarily responsibility for assisting the Director, Title IX & Compliance, Title IX Coordinator in coordinating the University's efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in all operations of the University, as well as retaliation for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title IX. This position will provide oversite on both the main campus and health science campus.

This position is responsible for conducting inquiries, formal investigation for all allegations of sex discrimination or harassment from students, faculty, and staff. This position will assist the Director, Title IX & Compliance, Title IX Coordinator with policy and procedure development to ensure compliance with legal mandates and obligations and development of communication strategies. This position will also assist with development and implementation of Title IX training and education, including the development of training materials. This position may act as the Director of Title IX and Compliance authority in their absence.

In March 2013, Congress reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) which amended the Clery Act and added additional compliance requirements surrounding educational programs and statistics involving dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Title IX, VAWA, and the Clery Act efforts are often dependent on one another for proper administration of these laws and their regulations. This position is responsible for helping with administration of Clery Act compliance efforts on campus, when needed. This position will need to be aware of population-specific requirements, trends, and challenges involving sex, gender-based discrimination or misconduct as well as provide thought-leadership for continuing inclusion efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/experience/licensing:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal, or related field is required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Three to five (3-5) years of supervisory experience is required.
• Seven to twelve (7-12) years of professional experience with 3 years specifically in a high-level compliance function, including conducting internal investigations

and/or Title IX investigations or civil rights investigations is preferred.

• Working knowledge of Title IX laws and Civil rights laws and regulations is required.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
• Specialized training in Title IX investigation including complaint resolution preferred.
• Clery Act compliance training completed within 30 days from date of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required.

Communication and other skills:

• Ability to prioritize and work within tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently both verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of the University.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Sound strategic-thinking and consulting skills in guiding the campus toward workable strategies and solutions in complaint resolution procedures and practices.
• Experience conducting sensitive, neutral "fact finding" interviews

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.