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JOB SUMMARY

The Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) ensures the University of Connecticut’s (University) commitment and responsibility to foster working and learning environments free of discrimination and discriminatory harassment across the entire University of Connecticut system (Storrs main campus and four regional campuses located at Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, and Waterbury as well as UConn Health). OIE’s work focuses on consistent and objective administration of the University’s non-discrimination policies. OIE also ensures University compliance with state, federal, and local anti-discrimination laws.

The Title IX Coordinator (position) serves the entire University of Connecticut system.  This position requires excellent judgment and discretion in interpersonal interactions, and careful, self-directed attention to administrative detail and procedures.  The position must function well in both leader and teammate roles and interact with colleagues and superiors in a positive and constructive manner when faced with significant deadlines or workloads and challenging subject matter.  

This is a full-time permanent management/confidential position.  Work is performed in a typical office environment.  The position requires in-person presence in OIE's Storrs campus office and will require presence at UConn Health and all regional campuses as needed.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) for OIE, this position:

• Coordinates the University’s response, prevention, and education initiatives pursuant to federal Title IX law and related federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations. Primarily focuses on compliance for UConn’s system-wide Title IX program and student-involved Title IX matters. Works collaboratively with other OIE staff on Title IX employee-related matters.
• Leads system-wide University compliance efforts to reinforce University commitment to the creation and maintenance of a campus environment free from sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, and all forms of sexual misconduct.
• Oversees the intake of all reports, received by OIE, of sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, and intimate partner violence.
• Ensures, orchestrates, and facilitates appropriate action in response to all reports of sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, and intimate partner violence.
• Tracks report data and analyzes patterns, evaluates the scope of reported Title IX concerns, and formulates an appropriate campus-wide response.
• Supervises Title IX compliance personnel, which may include two professional staff and a graduate assistant.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• At the direction of the AVP, develop and implement strategic plans and goals to advance Title IX priorities system-wide, including Storrs, the regional campuses, and UConn Health.
• Provide Title IX compliance leadership, consultation, and subject matter expertise to the University and its stakeholders.
• Intake reports from faculty, staff, students, and community members of alleged sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, and intimate partner violence, and work directly with various campus offices to ensure appropriate response.
• At the direction of the AVP, investigate Title IX-related matters, including conducting investigative interviews and preparing documentation and investigation reports.
• Track and review cases of sex-based discrimination reported to the University and report systemic issues and compliance concerns related to complaints to the AVP.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate existing programs, policies, and procedures as well as changes in federal, state, and local law to ensure University compliance and application effectiveness.
• Provide consultation and guidance to the Office of Community Standards on Title IX investigations and applicable procedures.
• Provide consultation and guidance to the Division of Athletics on Title IX, athletics equity, and related policy compliance.
• Manage University-wide Title IX campus climate survey administration, survey result distribution, and in collaboration with campus partners, identify programmatic recommendations based on survey results.
• Prepare and maintain statistical, demographic, and subject matter data related to Title IX complaints and trends to include in internal reports, the annual State of Connecticut legislative reports, and generally for widespread (campus and non‑campus) publication and distribution.
• Oversee and coordinate OIE’s Title IX related educational trainings and initiatives, including providing training for University personnel involved in administering Title IX-related programs and processes.
• Present educational sessions across the University system about sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual violence prevention and response.
• Conduct climate checks for student groups, affinity programs, academic, and non‑academic departments. Manage all process steps and documents related to climate checks and prepare descriptive written findings memoranda for relevant institutional stakeholder review.
• Create and sustain collaborative partnerships about Title IX-related response, prevention, awareness, and education initiatives with key University stakeholders like the Division of Student Affairs, Office for Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, University Compliance, Division of Athletics, UConn Police Department, academic leadership and other identified University spaces.
• Direct and manage the development and maintenance of written and electronic Title IX materials including the University’s Title IX website, brochures, and handouts.
• Manage internal procedures and protocols and maintain case files in OIE’s case management system for each matter reported to OIE involving sexual misconduct.
• Analyze and present informative data and other requested information to Connecticut State Legislators related to campus sexual violence and University response to inform legislative efforts.
• Closely collaborate with University Communications to ensure accurate and timely informative responses to media sources or other requests for information.
• Chair the University’s Community Resource Teams and participate in various other University-wide committees and task forces.
• Research grant opportunities and collaborate with campus partners on grant proposals related to Title IX and sexual misconduct prevention, awareness, and response.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. J.D. or graduate degree in a related field. Significant professional work experience as a Title IX Coordinator, Deputy Title IX Coordinator, or Title IX Investigator at an institution of higher education or within a complex educational organization may be considered in lieu of a J.D. or graduate degree.
2. Three (3) years of experience working in a Title IX program or a related field (i.e., civil rights compliance, student affairs, legal affairs) at an institution of higher education or within a complex educational organization.
3. Professional work experience involving in-depth knowledge of key legislation and regulations related to Title IX.
4. Excellent writing and communication skills.
5. Experience creating and/or delivering Title IX-related training or educational programs.
6. Proficiency with office administration and coordination of general office business functions, including demonstrated strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience working in a Title IX program at a large public college or university.
2. Experience working in a Title IX program at an academic medical center.
3. Experience supervising or training personnel involved in the investigation or adjudication of Title IX matters in a higher education setting.
4. Experience maintaining Title IX compliance in athletics.
5. Experience maintaining compliance with NCAA Policy on Campus Sexual Violence.
6. Experience administering a Title IX campus climate survey.
7. Prior completion of sexual violence investigation, prevention, and/or response training with a nationally recognized organization.
8. Experience assisting with the creation of annual published reports, including the compilation of large amounts of data and the creation of executive summaries.
9. Proficiency in Maxient case management system.
10. Experience working with organizational budgets.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

 This is a full-time, permanent position. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498785 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on December 17, 2024. 

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.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.