Assistant Director for Student Affairs

Job Description Summary
This role involves leading and assisting with managing investigative teams to ensure compliance with civil rights laws and institutional policies particularly in matters related to discrimination and harassment. The position requires conducting impartial and thorough investigations providing support and guidance to involved parties and coordinating appropriate supportive measures. It also includes facilitating resolution processes staying current on relevant laws and trends and delivering training to promote awareness and compliance with Title IX Title VI and related policies. The individual collaborates with campus and community stakeholders to align practices with legal standards and provides investigative guidance as needed. Additional responsibilities include assisting with database management campus climate surveys and serving as Acting Title IX Coordinator when required. The role also supports student well-being by addressing complex academic and behavioral concerns and contributing to student conduct investigations and hearings. Participation in university committees serving as a Campus Security Authority and performing other assigned duties are also essential aspects of this position.

Responsibilities
Assist Assistant Vice President with overseeing and managing internal and external investigative teams to ensure compliance with relevant laws organizational policies and established procedures. Provide strategic guidance set clear expectations and deadlines and monitor progress to ensure timely and thorough documentation of all resolution processes. Conduct prompt impartial and equitable investigations by interviewing complainants respondents and witnesses. Serve as a neutral party throughout the process ensuring the collection of relevant facts and maintaining fairness integrity and due process for all involved. Conduct intake meetings with involved parties to explain available resources support services and resolution pathways. Provide clear compassionate guidance on filing formal complaints pursuing formal or informal resolution options and accessing supportive measuresregardless of whether a formal complaint is filed. Coordinate supportive measures for parties Stay informed about current laws and emerging trends by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations as well as best practices concerning harassment and discrimination in educational settings. Facilitate mutually agreed-upon resolutions between involved parties as appropriate. Develop and deliver education training and outreach initiatives to promote awareness and compliance with Title IX Title VI and the Universitys harassment and discrimination policies. Work collaboratively with campus and community stakeholders to ensure alignment of policies and procedures with federal and state legal requirements. Offer guidance to program coordinators to support effective investigation progress as necessary. Support the Title IX Coordinator and Director of Equal Opportunity in managing databases and conducting campus climate surveys Serve as Acting Title IX Coordinator during the absence of the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator Provide outreach and support to students with significant and complex concerns regarding their academic health well-being and behavior. Support Student Conduct with investigations and hearings/appeals as needed Serve on division and institutional committees as assigned. Serve as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Clery Act. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Masters degree in Student Affairs Higher Education or a related field Comprehensive knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations including Title IX the Clery Act VAWA FERPA FEHA and due process protections Personal integrity and professionalism Exceptional written and verbal communication skills