The Deputy Title IX Coordinator of Compliance is responsible for helping to support the university’s compliance with the requirements set forth by Title IX, the Clery Act, the Violence Against Women Act ( VAWA ), and Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. The Deputy Title IX Coordinator will report to the Title IX Coordinator and carry out the following responsibilities: remain informed of all changes in guidance at the federal and state levels in order to implement an up-to-date Title IX program to the campus community; manage Title IX investigations and the informal resolution process including maintaining excellent recordkeeping in Maxient; manage the annual faculty and staff sexual harassment prevention training; provide excellent individualized Powerpoint presentations to student groups and offices across the campus; create and edit Title IX office resource documents and assist with the editing of the Student Handbook; collaborate with stakeholders across the campus to develop and implement a robust Sexual Assault Awareness month campaign; manage and write articles for the annual Title IX newsletter campaign; assist with the completion of the annual Clery and ISPHVE reports by maintaining meticulous records of annual campus and individual trainings, and managing in Maxient and Google the Title IX cases received; and manage and update the Title IX website.
COMMUNICATIONS
This position requires a person with strong communication skills to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, using effective interpersonal skills complicated Title IX policy and regulations. The person will work directly with the Title IX Coordinator and the Dean of Students Office to interpret policy, draft internal and external documents, conduct Title IX investigations and manage informal resolution, as well as provide annual Title IX prevention training both online and in-person (virtual) as well as collaborate with campus partners on campus-wide training. This person will possess active listening skills and accurate note-taking ability as well as strong editing skills for use when editing office resources documents, policy manuals, marketing material, and letter-writing campaigns to make the language clear, accurate, and student-friendly whenever possible.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
This position requires using effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy and to use a trauma-informed approach when appropriate. This position requires someone who possesses the ability to engage and build relationships with students and student organizations, campus partners, and community organizations on an ongoing basis, making sure to use language that encourages collaboration.
Special Schedule Requirements
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO /AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ ADA / ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. At least two years of experience working in higher education or a field related to the position (sexual assault, domestic violence, law, etc.) to include experience counseling in a trauma-informed environment. Knowledge of Title IX, the Clery Act, VAWA , and the Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. Must have the ability to leverage technical resources and build own technical abilities in the execution of work. Preferably from the greater Chicago area, with a working knowledge of local resources for the campus community to use.
Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with Title IX regulations, the State of Illinois sexual harassment law, conducting Title IX investigations, implementing Informal Resolutions, trauma-informed experience,
Experience using Maxient, Banner, Google, Microsoft Office, and virtual platforms.
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
None at this time.
Physical Environment and Requirements
No special physical requirements.
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
None
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
Developing, providing, coordinating, recording and managing annual campus-wide and targeted training efforts offered within and outside of the Title IX Office by ensuring compliance with state and federal law. Maintaining open communication with campus partners, students, employees, and volunteer investigators, using a variety of training methods. Primarily responsible for events, campaigns, and presentations provided throughout the year as well as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Percentage Of Time
20
Key Responsibility
Create and manage procedural manuals, policy documents, brochures/ handouts, and website as necessary. Responsible for centralizing and organizing information and policies that exists in many different places on campus.
Percentage Of Time
10
Key Responsibility
Assist with investigations, which includes: fact finding, reviewing inculpatory and exculpatory evidence, assessing credibility, interviewing, providing case status updates, writing reports, and managing information in the Maxient case management system.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Create public relations activities to increase the campus presence of the Title IX Office and the services it provides. Examples include creating campaigns such as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness month working with campus partners to provide activities and workshops for the Illinois Tech community. Bringing in speakers, having lunch and learn discussions, and sponsoring 1-2 day learning opportunities for various groups across the campus. Identifying and applying for grants to be used to raise awareness of sexual violence and implement ways to prevent sexual violence from occurring.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Staying informed of current Title IX law by viewing online webinars, attending local workshops, and building partnerships with local community organizations such as Cook County States Attorney’s Office, Porchlight, VOICES , Chicagoland Title IX Consortium Group, etc.., and, recording annual trainings provided to the IIT community.
Percentage Of Time
10
Posting Information
Work Hours
8:30A-5:00P
Position Category
Full Time
Posting Date
09/13/2023
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/9848