Title IX Coordinator
Code: 15718 Posted: 07/17/2019
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites applications for the position of Title IX Coordinator.
Reporting to the University’s Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources, the Title IX Coordinator works closely with student affairs, human resources, academic affairs, and outside counsel to oversee the University’s compliance and educational efforts concerning Title IX. Position is responsible for other laws and rules related to sexual harassment (Title VII), sexual misconduct, gender and interpersonal violence, sexual assault, and related policy violations on campus. The Title IX Coordinator fosters a safe and support environment that is conducive to academic pursuit and the healthy personal development of all persons.
Essential Job Functions
Responsibilities
- The Title IX Coordinator develops and implements educational programs regarding discrimination and sexual harassment prevention, ensuring faculty, staff, and students understand their rights and, where applicable, responsibilities under the law.
- IX compliance for students, faculty, and staff.
- Oversee, coordinate, and ensure investigations of reports and complains of sexual misconduct are adequate, reliable, timely, confidential, and impartial; review proposed sanctions for sexual misconduct before they are imposed to ensure that they are reasonably calculated for prevention and to mitigate reoccurrence.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with Title IX by collecting and analyzing data, writing comprehensive reports and maintaining records of investigations.
- Collaborate with leadership and campus constituencies to disseminate information, redesign processes, and support the University’s investigative processes.
- Collaborate and coordinate with compliance partners within the department and across the institution to support the University’s overlapping compliance needs and responsibilities.
- Collaborate with community, government, and law enforcement agencies to ensure reports are handled appropriately.
- Collaborate with local victim advocacy organizations and services providers.
- Monitor all aspects of the University’s Title IX compliance.
- Complaint and grievance processes.
- Higher Ed Authorization Act
- Perform other job-related duties as deemed necessary.
Essential Knowledge And Abilities
- Proficient in all aspects of Title VII, Title IX, ADA, and 504.
- Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
- Ability to provide effective and appropriate counseling and advice to all levels within the university community, including providing technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise.
- Ability to investigate and analyze claims information and to draw conclusions.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
- Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, and developing and implement new strategies and procedures.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage time and competing demands.
- Ability to cope effectively with complexity and change.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, Training And/or Certifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, psychology, sociology or related field. Preference given to Master’s or J.D. candidates.
- Expert and current working knowledge of applicable laws as it pertains to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act;
- Three or more years of experience in the investigation of EEO, ADA, Affirmative Action complaints and conflict mediation.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and communication skills.
Salary and Benefits
Commensurate depending on qualifications and experience.
The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.
Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/summaries/fasl.pdf
Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/
Application Process
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically through our employment portal. If you need additional assistance you may contact Human Resources at (262) 595-2204. Hours 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.
STEP 1: Please select the applicable link below:
External Applicants: (NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
Internal Applicants: (Currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System)
STEP 2: Submit application materials
Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. All materials must be added at one time, once submitted you may not edit/add to profile. Please include the following documents:
Please be sure you have included:
- Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
- Resume
- Names and Contact information for three professional references
Review of Applications
Applications received by 11:59 pm Friday, July 26, 2019 are ensured full consideration. Position is open until filled.
You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee.
Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.
In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.
You must select "SUBMIT". Selecting "Save" will not forward your application materials to the search committee.
Please be sure to complete all required fields and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials.
In instances where the Review Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether she/he meets all of the required qualifications, or if all of the application materials are not submitted, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications and may be excluded from further consideration.
Legal Notices and Important Information
Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)
Note: Criminal Background Check – The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a “disparate impact” and is not “job-related and consistent with business necessity” in hiring decisions. All information used to screen or hire job applications should relate to the duties of the job.
UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
EDI Statement
UW-Parkside is committed to providing an environment in which our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aspire to foster a more equitable and inclusive climate and culture between and among students, faculty, and staff, and to improve justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of campus life.
Please visit The Office of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for additional information.
It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available here. Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.
Transcripts will be required upon hire.
Contact
Laura Menarek
(262) 595-2204
menarek@uwp.edu
