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A. POSITION PURPOSE

The Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX develops and implements the program policies and initiatives of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX. The Director also implements administers and monitors the Universitys compliance regarding civil rights laws including federal and state equal opportunity/nondiscrimination laws and regulations Title IX the California Fair Employment and Housing Act the Violence Against Women Act the Clery Act and related University policies. As part of this responsibility the Director also serves as the Universitys Title IX Coordinator. The Directoroversees all aspects the Universitys prompt and equitableresolution ofreports of discrimination harassment and retaliation and sexual misconduct. The Director is also responsible for leading new and supporting existing Universitywide programs and initiatives designed to prevent discrimination harassment and sexual violence and provide education to students faculty and staff on such issues. In addition the Director works closely with University leadership faculty staff and students to advance the Universitys commitment to diversity equity and inclusion by improving the Universitys capacity to attract retain and leverage a diverse campus community in support of academic Director is responsible for the strategic and operational functions of the department and serves as the fiscal administrator. Working in collaboration with the Universitys ADA/504 Coordinator the Director also supports compliance with nondiscrimination regulations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This position reports to the Vice President for Inclusive Excellence.

B. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage Develop & Guide Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX 30

• Provide leadership direction and supervision for all activities and personnel of the Office for Equal Opportunity and Title IX including consulting with relevant policymaking bodies and senior personnel for the purpose of advising clarifying and identifying necessary action to eliminate discrimination in all educational programs and activities and to ensure equal access to facilities opportunities and resources in compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws and regulations;

• Coordinate Universitywide equal opportunity/nondiscrimination and Title IX efforts including the development implementation and monitoring of appropriate disclosures policies procedures and practices requiring the prompt and equitable resolution of all complaints pursuant to Title IX and equal opportunity/nondiscrimination laws regulations and University to students faculty administrators and staff policies;

• Administer and provide leadership for continued development and implementation of University equal opportunity/nondiscrimination policies and resolution procedures that reflect input from the broader campus community and the evolution of changing federal and state regulations pertaining to civil rights investigation and due process requirements;

• Serve as a consultant and partner with the Presidents Office Provosts Office Office of Inclusive Excellence Office for Student Life Human Resources the Office of the General Counsel and other campus partners regarding federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination harassment and sexual misconduct.

• Prepare quarterly reports for Senior Leadership and Deputy Title IX coordinators as appropriate detailing; current caseload; high profile investigations; appeals in progress; updates on faculty/staff participation in required training workshops; and discrimination complaints filed with external agencies.

• Manage and guide equal opportunity/nondiscrimination and Title IX compliance efforts of other campus/school delegates departments and offices (e.g. deputy Title IX coordinators investigators student conduct/discipline victim services campus safety health services counseling services student affairs human resources faculty/academic affairs and Athletics etc.; and

• Organize and maintain annual database disposition reports and other records regarding equal opportunity/nondiscrimination and Title IX compliance including the development of annual reports of the number and nature of filed complaints and the disposition of said complaints data collection climate assessment and incident/pattern monitoring etc.;

• Responsible for and manage department budgets including educational programs and materials and professional development (i.e. outside vendors investigators consultants and retainer agreements).

2. Conduct Consultations Investigations and issue Dispositions 25

• Conduct and/or oversee the prompt effective and equitable intake investigation processing issuing of findings of fact and timely resolution (informal and formal resolution) in accordance with University policies and applicable law and investigation and grievance procedures of all instances of discrimination harassment retaliation and/or sexual misconduct made known to responsible employees and/or reported or filed by students faculty employees third parties or by members of the broader community;

• Refer complaints or inquiries for further investigation to the appropriate University resource(s) for resolution as appropriate under University policy;

• Provide appropriate notice of an investigation; determine the extent of an investigation oversee investigation efforts; ensure provision of initial remedial actions; assure compliance with timelines; deliver appropriate notice of charge notice of hearing (when applicable) notice of outcome and remedies and provide a repository for and source of institutional recordkeeping;

• Appoint train and supervise investigators and any deputy coordinators;

• Coordinate with with local law enforcement agencies victim services district attorneys office and others as necessary and in accordance with operating MOU agreements;

• Manage the Universitys hearing officer and appeal officer training and ensure that the officers participate in annual training and remain updated on current Title IX regulations state and federal laws and University policy as it pertains to equal opportunity/nondiscrimination.

3. Manage Institutional Monitoring and Compliance. 10

• Monitor the Universitys compliance with policies against unlawful discrimination unlawful harassment and sexual misconduct and related procedures to ensure that its policies and procedures comply with Title IX the California Fair Employment and Housing Act the Clery Act as amended the Violence Against Women Act and other federal and state equal opportunity/nondiscrimination laws and regulations.

• In collaboration with the Office of the General Counsel serve as a contact for government inquiries pursuant to equal opportunity/nondiscrimination and Title IX University compliance and manage the filing of all relevant agency reports and additional ones as requested by the Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and Senior Leadership.

• Manage and lead efforts to coordinate compliance with University resolution agreements with the US Department of Education Office for Civil Rights US Department of Justice Office for Civil Rights and OFCCP as necessary;

• Appoint annually train and oversee Deputy Title IX Coordinators investigators and other University personnel responsible for investigation or response to incidents of unlawful discrimination harassment and/or sexual misconduct including the Office of Student Life Human Resources and the Provosts Office; Oversee and monitor Title IX and NCAA gender equity compliance in Athletics and Club Sports;

• Manage training for all faculty and staff responsible for implementing applicable grievance procedures regarding equal opportunity and Title IX;

• Stay abreast of changes and trends in equal opportunity/nondiscrimination federal and state laws procedures regulations and current cases in higher education and in the workplace;

4. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) 15

• Provides leadershipand guidance to the University community on equity in all personnel actions and is responsible for development and implementation of the Universitys Affirmative Action Plan under Executive Order 11246 and related laws and regulations;

• Maintain monitor and audit the Universitys EEO/Affirmative Action Plan and programs to ensure the attainment of the Universitys goals and objectives;

• Designs implements and maintains an EEO audit and reporting system which measures the effectiveness of the Universitys Affirmative Action plan evaluates compliance and determines whether the Universitys goals and objectives have been attained in partnership with Human Resources Provosts Office and Office of Inclusive Excellence.

• Ensure compliance with OFCCP requirements and regulations and other federal and state guidelines and mandates relative to equal opportunity employment;

• Communicate to supervisors and managers regarding the Universitys EEO/Affirmative Action responsibilities and goals; and

• Coordinate the implementation of any necessary remedial action to meet AAP compliance requirements and goals.

5. Education Prevention and Outreach 15

• Administer the development and implementation of educational programs and initiatives designed to educate and support faculty staff and students regarding their rights and where applicable obligations under federal and state civil rights laws and regulations including reporting options/responsibilities support services University policy and applicable disciplinary code grievance procedures confidential resources etc.;
• Provide ongoing training consultation and technical assistance with specialized training content for hearing officers/boards investigators appeals officers campus safety services and other faculty and staff as needed;
• Manage and develop strategic prevention and awareness efforts aimed at the prevention of discrimination sexual harassment sexual misconduct sexual violence and other forms of sex and/or genderbased discrimination on campus for students faculty and staff;
• Manage compliance with AB1825California state law that requires employers to provide sexual harassment training and education to their employees:
• In collaboration with the Provosts Office educate the SCU community about the relationship between state and federal equal opportunity and Title IX regulations and their relationship to academic freedom and freedom of speech. Key responsibilities include developing training programs facilitating workshops and providing resources to ensure understanding of equal opportunity and title IX rights and responsibilities and how academic freedom and freedom of expression take shape in a EEO/Title IX context. The coordinator will also monitor compliance address inquiries on related issues and enhance educational materials to reflect current legal standards and best practices and Santa Clara Universitys values and mission.
• Develop and disseminate educational materials including brochures posters and webbased materials that inform members of the campus community (students faculty administers staff and parents) of Title IX rights responsibilities and resources both within and external to school/campus premises; and
• Hold and/or coordinate training sessions with managers employees and students to ensure that the University meets compliance requirements under federal and state law including but not limited to the California Fair Employment and Housing Act the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) the Clery Act Title IX.

6. Other Duties and Responsibilities 5

• Review and respond to communications from concerned campus and community members regarding illegal bias incidents and other unethical behavior as reported through EthicsPoint and online University monitored reporting systems;
• Assist the development and preparation of the annual CampusSecurityand FireSafety Report also known as theClery Report;
• Serve on the Behavioral Intervention team (BCT) for the proactive response to disruptive problematic or threatening behaviors on campus;
• Collaborate in the formulation and implementation of interventions and support strategies for behavioral cases and appropriately coordinate with other University personnel campus and community resources healthcare providers campus safety officers government agencies and family members when responding to students in distress; and
• Serve on University committees to support diversity equity and inclusion efforts across campus.

C. PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION

Leads and supervises department personnel and student employees including work allocation training and problem resolution; provides performance management feedback as appropriate.

D. GENERAL GUIDELINES

• Recommends initiatives and implements changes to improve quality and services.

• Identifies and determines cause of problems; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices.

• Maintains contact with members of the University community and solicits feedback for improved services.

• Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools; planned training and performance initiatives.

• Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow.

• Prepares progress reports; informs supervisor of project status; and deviation from goals. Ensures completeness accuracy and timeliness of all operational functions.

• Prepares and submits reports as requested and required.

• Develops and implements guidelines to support unit functions.

E. QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge skills abilities education and experience required or preferred.

This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment and to promote and contribute to an inclusive and respectful workplace.

1. Knowledge

• Extensive legal background and experience in civil rights compliance and thorough knowledge of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and other state equal opportunity laws federal equal opportunity laws (e.g. Title VI Title VII Title IX Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA) and other federal and state laws and regulations applicable to institutions of higher education.

• Significant knowledge and experience conducting investigations alleging discrimination harassment and sexual misconduct/sexual violence.

• Commitment to understand and support Santa Clara Universitys distinctive educational vision and willingness to model institutional values of competence conscience and compassion in pursuit of its mission and goals.

2. Skills

• Demonstrated exceptional analytical and communication skills.

• Demonstrated collaboration skills with internal departments and external colleagues with the ability to understand the importance of interconnectedness and partnerships.

• Strong investigative skills required.

• Conflict resolution and/or mediation skills.

• Research data analysis and reporting skills required.

• Excellent program development trainer and facilitator skills for various constituencies.

3. Capacities

• Ability to recommend and/or effect changes to policies to revise practices and to implement equitable procedures across many departments and diverse stakeholders including human resources facultyathletics academic affairs and student affairs/student conduct/discipline.

• Strong leadership abilities that inspire and develop staff providing professional and personal development opportunities and promoting unity and teamwork throughout the department.

• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully work with others to meet a common goal develop and/or implement campuswide response initiatives and deliver prevention awareness and education programs to all constituencies.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in challenging situations remain neutral and maintain confidentiality.

4. Education

• A Masters Degree in social work psychology or forensic psychology required.

• Higher education administration or other relevant discipline is strongly preferred.

• JD or equivalent from an accredited law school is strongly preferred.

5. Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in a related field required.

• Graduate training in law higher education administration or other relevant discipline is required.

• Experience conducting investigations alleging harassment and/or discrimination.

• Knowledge and experience of issues related to genderbased violence.

• Higher education experience is strongly preferred.

F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended the California Fair Employment & Housing Act and all other applicable laws SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill experience education or other requirements of the position and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer terminal.

• May be required to travel to other buildings on the campus.

• May be required to attend conference and training sessions within Bay Area or in or outofstate locations.

• May be required to occasionally travel to outside customers vendors or suppliers.

G. WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Typical office environment.

• Mostly an indoor office environment with windows.

• Offices with equipment noise.

• Offices with frequent interruptions.

EEO Statement

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. For a complete copy of Santa Clara Universitys equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies see IX of the Education Amendments of 1972

Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally.Information about Title IX can be found at can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Clery Notice of Availability

Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University report please go to the Campus Safety Services website . To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at. The report includes the type of crime venue and number of occurrences.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources andand request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone ator by email at

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California Nevada Oregon Washington Arizona and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.