Associate Equal Opportunity Director and Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Position Title:Associate Equal Opportunity Director and Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Position Type:Regular

Hiring Range:

$118,500 $ 129,000 ; Compensation will be based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

Pay Frequency:Annual

Position Purpose

Santa Clara University is seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Deputy Title IX and Gender Equity Officer to join its team. Reporting to the Director of EO & Title IX, the Deputy Title IX and Gender Equity Officer will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with Title IX regulations, fostering gender equity, and promoting a safe and inclusive campus environment through the responsibilities outlined below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and Guide Investigators (25%) : Oversee the work of internal and external investigators, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Provide guidance, set deadlines, and ensure comprehensive documentation of all resolution processes.
  
  • Supervise and manage prompt, fair, and thorough resolutions, including formal and informal processes and live hearings held by the Equity Hearing Officer, in consultation with the Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator
    
    
  • Conduct prompt, equitable, and impartial investigations into complaints of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Responsibilities include identifying and interviewing involved parties, gathering and assessing relevant information, applying applicable policies, and making findings of fact in individual cases. ​
    
    

• Stay informed of current laws and trends by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations and best practices related to harassment and discrimination in educational settings.
  
  

• Supervise the professional development of a team (10%) including investigators and a Program Manager. Establish performance goals, conduct midpoint and annual appraisals, provide timely and constructive feedback, and make recommendations for merit increases and promotions.
  
  • Assist with training for internal and external investigators and provide educational programs about SCU’s resolution processes to University community members.
    
    
  • Assist with training for the Deputy Title IX Coordinators in other units
    
    

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• Conduct intake meetings with parties (30%) to explain available resources, supports, and resolution options. Provide clear guidance on filing a formal complaint, pursuing formal or informal resolution, and accessing supportive measures with or without filing a formal complaint.
  
  
• Serve as the liaison for the Equity Hearing Officers (10%), providing recommendations to the Director of EO & Title IX Coordinator regarding emergency removals and mandatory or discretionary dismissals.
  
  
• Lead Communication and Outreach Efforts (15%)
  
  • Lead Collaboration with team members in the development and distribution of educational materials such as brochures, posters, and web-based resources to inform the campus community about Title IX rights and responsibilities.
    
    
  • Deliver education, training, and outreach programs focused on Title IX and the University's policies on discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct to a broad cross-section of University community members, including faculty, staff, and students.
    
    
  • Collaborate with campus and community partners, including law enforcement and victim services, to ensure institutional processes, responses, and policies align with federal and state laws on nondiscrimination.
    
    
  • Prepare and publish annual statistical reports related to Title IX compliance.
    
    
  • Continuously update practices by integrating best practices in civil rights investigation into daily work and professional knowledge base.
    
    
• Assist the Director of EO & Title IX Coordinator (10 %) with database management, campus climate surveys, and initiatives that support the EO & Title IX team’s efforts to promote an inclusive community aligned with SCU’s mission and values.
  
  • Serve as Acting Director of EO & Title IX Coordinator during the absence of the Director of EO & Title IX Coordinator.
    
    

​Provides Work Direction

This position may provide work direction to an Administrative Assistant. On occasion, this position may work with and/or direct the work of student assistants.

Education and/or Experience

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field (e.g., higher education administration, law, criminology, social work, psychology).
  
  
• Minimum of six years of substantive work experience conducting Title IX investigations in higher education, including training in sensitive and confidential investigations.
  
  • In the context of higher education, the role of Title IX investigations involves navigating complex institutional environments to address issues of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct. Here’s how the specified experience translates into this setting:
    
    • University Policy and Procedure Knowledge: Understanding the specific policies and procedures in a higher education context is crucial. The person in this role must have the ability to familiarize themselves with unique protocols for handling Equal Opportunity and Title IX complaints, and familiarity with these is essential for effective investigation and resolution. This includes adherence to strict timelines, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring procedural fairness throughout the investigation process.
      
      
    • Engagement with Diverse Stakeholders: Santa Clara University consists of a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and administrators. Three years of substantive experience would equip the candidate with the ability to engage sensitively and effectively with all parties involved, ensuring that investigations are conducted in a manner that is respectful of different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. In addition, the candidate must understand how to integrate equal opportunity practices while respecting and promoting academic freedom and freedom of expression within the higher education context.
      
      
    • Human-Centered Approach : At Santa Clara University, particular emphasis is placed on the impact of investigations on campus community members. Experience in this context means the candidate has developed skills in managing cases with empathy and care, prioritizing safety and support while balancing the rights of all parties involved.
      
      
    • Compliance and Regulatory Oversight: The candidate must understand how to conduct investigations in a higher education context. This requires a thorough understanding of equal opportunity, civil rights laws, federal and state Title IX regulations, and any additional relevant laws. This experience ensures the ability to conduct investigations that meet compliance standards and withstand legal scrutiny.
      
      
    • Training in Sensitive and Confidential Investigations : Experience in higher education often involves participating in specialized training programs designed to handle delicate and confidential matters. This training aids in developing strategies for interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses in ways that protect their privacy and dignity, and maintaining precise documentation and reporting throughout the investigation process.
      
      
  • At least six years of experience addressing issues of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct in a higher education setting.
    
    
  • Completion of Title IX Investigator Training through a nationally recognized organization strongly preferred.
    
    
  • Experience as a trainer/educator, preferably in areas such as interpersonal violence prevention or student conduct.
    
    
  • Proven ability to develop and implement campus-wide initiatives for response, prevention, and education related to Title IX compliance.
    
    
  • Demonstrated collaboration with victim rights advocates, law enforcement, and other key stakeholders to ensure effective coordination of resources.
    
    

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations, including Title IX, the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, and due process protections as they apply to student and employee conduct proceedings.
  
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression demonstrated by the ability to collaborate with academic units to integrate equal opportunity practices while respecting and promoting academic freedom and freedom of expression within the higher education context.
  
  

Skills

• Expertise in investigation techniques, including conducting effective party and witness interviews and producing high-quality written work products.
  
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in public speaking and delivering presentations.
  
  
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail,with the ability to execute routine and special projects independently and effectively.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to excel in leadership and team roles and maintain constructive interactions under tight deadlines or workloads.
  
  
• Proficiency with technology, particularly word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  
  
• Outstanding planning, organizational, and time-management skills to meet competing deadlines and project demands.
  
  
• Creative problem-solving abilities to address complex issues effectively.
  
  
• Team-oriented mindset, with a proactive approach to tasks and the ability to take initiative.
  
  
• Personal integrity and professionalism, exemplified by honesty and strong character.
  
  

Additional essential functions:

• Demonstrated ability to independently and efficiently manage a significant caseload while maintaining close attention to detail.
  
  
• Proven ability to multitask and manage a high-volume caseload while meeting deadlines.
  
  
• Ability to work weekends and evenings when necessary, and willingness to travel.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of discretion, good judgment, and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters.
  
  
• Ability to quickly establish credibility with a broad range of constituents, including executives, administration, faculty, staff, student groups, and students.
  
  
• Capacity to build effective working relationships with on- and off-campus partners, state and federal civil rights agencies, and professional associations.
  
  
• Strong ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or other requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer terminal.
  
  
• May be required to travel to other buildings on the campus.
  
  
• May be required to attend conference and training sessions within Bay Area or in- or out-of-state locations.
  
  
• May be required to occasionally travel to outside customers, vendors or job fairs.
  
  
• Ability to lift and move moderately heavy objects, up to 50 pounds, safely.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment.
  
  
• Mostly an indoor office environment with windows.
  
  
• Mostly an indoor office environment with windows.
  
  
• Offices with equipment noise.
  
  
• Offices with frequent interruptions.
  
  

EEO Statement

​Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Information about Title IX can be found at www.scu.edu/title-ix . Information about Section 504 and the ADA Coordinator can be found at https://www.scu.edu/oae/ , (408) 554-4109, oae@scu.edu . Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Clery Notice of Availability

Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University report, please go to the Campus Safety Services website . To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at (408) 554-4441. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources , and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at iahluwalia@scu.edu.