Deputy Title IX, Bias Review, and Clery Coordinator
- Employer
- Suffolk University
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 4, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Teacher Education
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Suffolk
University is pleased to announce a career opportunity as Deputy
Title IX, Bias Review, and Clery Coordinator!
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Reports to the
Special Advisor to the President/Director of Office of Title IX
& Clery Act Compliance [Director of Title IX].
The Deputy Title
IX and Bias & Discrimination Review Coordinator is responsible
for assisting the Director with the coordination, response,
investigation, and resolution of reports asserting violations of
the Universitys nondiscrimination policies.
They are
primarily responsible for the prompt, impartial and thorough
investigation of allegations of nondiscrimination policy
violations, including discrimination on the basis of race, color,
religion, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual
orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran or disability
status from faculty, staff, and/or students.
Responsible for
collecting the relevant facts related to the reported
discrimination allegation and, in collaboration with the Director
of Title IX, assess the steps necessary to support compliance with
University policy and applicable state and federal laws.
Maintains a
thorough and well-documented investigative process by gathering and
documenting evidentiary material. Maintains accurate and thorough
records and notes of investigatory process. Develops professionally
written, comprehensive, unbiased written reports that include a
summary of facts and recommended findings, where relevant.
Analyzes and
logically comes to conclusions and investigative outcomes.
Serves as a
point of contact for those seeking information or wanting to report
allegations of discrimination.
Acts as a
neutral party through all aspects of an investigation and promotes
a fair and neutral process for all parties involved.
Advises all
parties of their rights and responsibilities, and university
supportive measures.
Assists in
creating and implementing internal processes and protocols,
continuously measuring effectiveness and efficiency while
recommending process improvements.
Assists with the
preparation and maintenance of statistical, demographic, and
subject matter data related to reports and trends
Promotes
organizational compliance with University policy and applicable
laws.
Assists in the
maintenance of the database (Maxient) used to track discrimination
allegations and resolutions.
Establishes
timely communication with all parties, including those with a need
to know in order to recommend/make appropriate and timely
decisions.
Maintains a high
level of confidentiality on all office and investigation
proceedings consistent with University policy and applicable
law.
Communicates and
consults regularly with the Director of Title IX on updates
regarding the status of allegations, complaints received and
investigations in progress.
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Works
collaboratively with key partners in the University community to
investigate and resolve complaints filed under applicable
University policies, including but not limited to, the Office of
General Counsel, Office of Student Affairs, Suffolk Law School,
Sawyer Business School and the Suffolk University Police
Department.
Will keep
apprised of new developments and best practices in the fields of
discrimination investigations and other relevant federal and state
legislation and regulations.
Performing other
duties as assigned.
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The employee
will have demonstrated experience and ability in conducting
investigations, composing clear, concise, timely and professionally
written investigative reports, managing confidential information,
and independently and efficiently managing a significant
caseload.
A minimum of two
successive years of recent, substantive work experience and ability
conducting investigations of discrimination in a higher education,
non-profit or other relevant setting. Superior background and
training in conducting sensitive and confidential investigations
required.
Demonstrated
ability to determine and apply the appropriate legal standards in
assessing and investigating allegations of discrimination.
Extensive
knowledge of the elements of proof for discrimination, harassment,
sexual misconduct and retaliation.
Demonstrated
ability to exercise discretion, superior judgment and analytical
skills and neutrality in highly sensitive situations involving
allegations of discrimination and Title IX/Sexual Misconduct policy
violations, including investigations of alleged sexual assault,
sexual harassment, stalking and relationship or domestic
violence.
In depth
knowledge of the federal and state laws pertaining to civil rights,
discrimination, harassment and affirmative action, as they apply to
colleges and universities including the Equal Employment
Opportunity Act of 1972 (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act
(Title II), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title Vi),
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 Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), all as
amended where applicable, and other federal and state
anti-discrimination laws and requirements.
Tact,
discretion, professionalism, maturity and outstanding
interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are
required.
Experience and
ability to work successfully in a diverse community required.
Demonstrated
ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working
relationships.
Must be able to
work independently, collaboratively across the organization, and
under the supervision of the AVP.
Bachelors Degree
in higher education administration, law enforcement, criminology,
social work, psychology, or related field required. Advanced degree
in related fields preferred such as J.D.
Ability to work
weekends and evenings and travel (when necessary or assigned).
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