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University of Connecticut

Location: Storrs MansfieldCT 06269 Document ID: AB106-0UAA Posted on: 2017-04-1804/18/2017 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2017-05-18
 

Deputy Title IX Coordinator (University Staff Professional 2)


As part of UConn's ongoing commitment to create and maintain a campus environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and stalking, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator plays a significant role in the University's coordinated response, prevention and education initiatives pursuant to Title IX and related statutes and regulations. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for the Office of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator will assist the Title IX Coordinator in carrying out the University's response and prevention responsibilities which include, but are not limited to: data collection; trend analysis; drafting and submission of reports; conducting climate checks; training and education efforts; committee participation and leadership; and community outreach. The Deputy Title IX Coordinator additionally will supervise the Title IX Compliance Specialist and assist in supervising the Title IX Project Specialist.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintain case files for each matter reported to OIE involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence and/or stalking.
  • Assist in case management where a non-student is accused of misconduct against a student.
  • Track cases of sexual misconduct reported to the university and report systemic problems related to disclosures, reports and complaints.
  • Participate in multi-office collaborative conversations regarding appropriate institutional response to reports and disclosures.
  • Work closely with campus colleagues to oversee and, when appropriate, implement remedial measures (including No Contact Letters).
  • Conduct climate checks in cases where circumstances compel as an appropriate institutional response. Manage all steps and documents related to such climate checks, including in some cases, witness interviews, document review, and production of written memoranda describing climate check process and findings for review by appropriate institutional stakeholders.
  • Supervise the preparation and maintenance of statistical, demographic, and subject matter data related to Title IX complaints and trends, including but not limited to the drafting of an annual report submitted to the state legislature.
  • Assist as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator in the development and review of University-wide policies and procedures that further institutional civil rights objectives related to Title IX.
  • Prepare and update written prevention and response materials, including the University's Title IX website ( www.titleix.uconn.edu ); brochure on sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking and intimate partner violence; posters; training documents, and more.
  • Participate in University-wide education, awareness and prevention programs and campaigns as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator.
  • Continually identify best practices and current trends with regard to Title IX and sexual misconduct; monitor modifications to current federal guidance and state legislation.
  • Participate as a member of the University's Community Resource Teams, Title IX Compliance Committee, and other Committees as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Advanced Degree in a related field (e.g., student affairs, higher education administration, law, criminology, social work, psychology).
  • Two to five years progressive experience working in higher education.
  • Strong command and working knowledge of basic and advanced principles of Title IX.
  • Prior experience working collaboratively with victim rights advocates, law enforcement officials and other key stakeholders.
  • Experience working one-on-one or in group settings with students in crisis.
  • Exemplary detail-oriented written communication skills.
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Strong work ethic: highly motivated, self-directed execution of routine tasks and special projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to function well in both leader and teammate roles and to interact with colleagues and supervisors in a positive and constructive manner when faced with significant deadlines and workloads.
  • Experience interacting with and addressing the needs of a diverse community on sensitive topics.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • At least two years' student conduct and/or Title IX investigative experience including responsibility for investigating claims of sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence and/or stalking in the higher education setting strongly preferred.
  • Experience developing and instituting campus-wide response, prevention and education initiatives on the topics of sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence and/or stalking.
  • Prior completion of sexual violence prevention and/or response training with a nationally-recognized organization .
  • At least one year of experience as a trainer/educator, preferably in the area of interpersonal violence and student conduct.
  • Commitment to social justice and civil rights including a background working with diverse populations.

Appointment Terms

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package is available.

To Apply

Candidates must submit letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to: http://www.jobs.uconn.edu . Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2017452).

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on April 19, 2017.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp .

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.


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