What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Dean for Student Sexual Misconduct Prevention, Education and Conduct Resolution position at Fordham University?
Position Details
Position Information
About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Title of Position Assistant Dean for Student Sexual Misconduct Prevention, Education and Conduct Resolution
Position Number A10085
FLSA Exempt
Scheduled Hours Per Week 35
Department Title IX Coordinator
Campus Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, Westchester, Calder Center
Work Arrangement Onsite
Hybrid Policy: Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy .
Position Summary
Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Dean leads the student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts within the Division of Student Affairs. They serve as the student conduct hearing officer for student sexual and related misconduct cases on Fordham’s multiple campuses.
Essential Functions
Develops and coordinates student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts and initiatives for students and staff.
Serves as the primary student conduct hearing officer for all cases involving student sexual and related misconduct, utilizing the University’s single adjudicator conduct process.
Ensures a timely, well-documented, and impartial student conduct process, adhering to all relevant New York State and federal laws and regulations.
Collaborates closely with the Deans of Students and Offices of Residential Life to oversee the supervision and assignment of trained Administrative Support Persons (ASPs) for conducting investigations and managing conduct processes.
Conducts education and training programs related to the student sexual and related misconduct process for ASPs, Resident Directors, Resident Assistants, hearing officers, and appeal panels.
Establishes and maintains an accurate tracking system for all student sexual and related misconduct reports, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions, and submits data promptly to the Title IX Coordinator to comply with NYS and federal laws.
Assists in the periodic review and updating of the Fordham Sexual and Related Misconduct Policy and Procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.
Completes annual required Title IX training to ensure compliance with New York State and federal laws and regulations.
Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities Guides work of other employees who perform essentially the same work and/or student workers. Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work, but is generally not responsible for final decisions in hiring, performance management or compensation.
Additional Functions
Maintains Student Affairs web pages related to sexual and related misconduct, including Campus Assault and Relationship Education ( CARE ), CARE Frequently Asked Questions, Actions Against Sexual Violence, and other related webpages.
Administers Fordham’s Sexual and Related Misconduct/Title IX Climate Survey every two years with all students.
Works in close collaboration with the Department of Public Safety, Deans of Students, Residential Life, Title IX Coordinator, Legal Counsel, and other campus stakeholders.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the areas of sexual and related misconduct investigations and/or student conduct.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations related to Title IX, Campus SAVE Act, Clery Act, and VAWA .
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in higher education or a related field.
Experience in implementing Restorative Justice practices.
Experience in facilitating informal resolutions.
Minimum Starting Salary $90,000
Maximum Starting Salary $110,000
Qualifications
Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Is this a Union position? No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number A915P
Number of Vacancies 1
Start Date ASAP
Posting Date 07/31/2025
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Information
About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Title of Position Assistant Dean for Student Sexual Misconduct Prevention, Education and Conduct Resolution
Position Number A10085
FLSA Exempt
Scheduled Hours Per Week 35
Department Title IX Coordinator
Campus Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, Westchester, Calder Center
Work Arrangement Onsite
Hybrid Policy: Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy .
Position Summary
Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Dean leads the student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts within the Division of Student Affairs. They serve as the student conduct hearing officer for student sexual and related misconduct cases on Fordham’s multiple campuses.
Essential Functions
Develops and coordinates student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts and initiatives for students and staff.
Serves as the primary student conduct hearing officer for all cases involving student sexual and related misconduct, utilizing the University’s single adjudicator conduct process.
Ensures a timely, well-documented, and impartial student conduct process, adhering to all relevant New York State and federal laws and regulations.
Collaborates closely with the Deans of Students and Offices of Residential Life to oversee the supervision and assignment of trained Administrative Support Persons (ASPs) for conducting investigations and managing conduct processes.
Conducts education and training programs related to the student sexual and related misconduct process for ASPs, Resident Directors, Resident Assistants, hearing officers, and appeal panels.
Establishes and maintains an accurate tracking system for all student sexual and related misconduct reports, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions, and submits data promptly to the Title IX Coordinator to comply with NYS and federal laws.
Assists in the periodic review and updating of the Fordham Sexual and Related Misconduct Policy and Procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.
Completes annual required Title IX training to ensure compliance with New York State and federal laws and regulations.
Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities Guides work of other employees who perform essentially the same work and/or student workers. Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work, but is generally not responsible for final decisions in hiring, performance management or compensation.
Additional Functions
Maintains Student Affairs web pages related to sexual and related misconduct, including Campus Assault and Relationship Education ( CARE ), CARE Frequently Asked Questions, Actions Against Sexual Violence, and other related webpages.
Administers Fordham’s Sexual and Related Misconduct/Title IX Climate Survey every two years with all students.
Works in close collaboration with the Department of Public Safety, Deans of Students, Residential Life, Title IX Coordinator, Legal Counsel, and other campus stakeholders.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the areas of sexual and related misconduct investigations and/or student conduct.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations related to Title IX, Campus SAVE Act, Clery Act, and VAWA .
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in higher education or a related field.
Experience in implementing Restorative Justice practices.
Experience in facilitating informal resolutions.
Minimum Starting Salary $90,000
Maximum Starting Salary $110,000
Qualifications
Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Is this a Union position? No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number A915P
Number of Vacancies 1
Start Date ASAP
Posting Date 07/31/2025
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000
