Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Full time

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

The Deputy Title IX Coordinator, under the direction of the Title IX Coordinator, will be responsible for implementing prompt, effective and appropriate responses to reports of sexual harassment by both students and employees.

He/she will conduct Title IX/sexual harassment investigations involving students and employees. The incumbent will assist in evaluating reports and complaints and provide technical assistance to campus partners on how to handle situations in a compliant manner.

Performing sexual harassment investigation duties, in consultation with the Title IX Coordinator, including identifying and gathering evidence; conducting interviews of parties and witnesses; analyzing evidence; drafting and issuing written investigation reports; maintaining a compliant case load; processing administrative closures as determined by the Title IX Coordinator; coordinating with college/unit designees; and timely communication with parties.

Developing and conducting trainings for the University community on Title IX-related matters, including all Orientation sessions, regular trainings for Intercollegiate Athletics and Fraternity and Sorority Life, and coordinating annual launch of online training for all incoming students and partnering with training vendors.

Coordinating Title IX supportive measures for students and employees and all pregnancy-related accommodations.

Assisting with the facilitation of sexual harassment hearings by coordinating the use of University-provided Advisors and trained decision-makers.

Assisting the Title IX Coordinator in carrying out other Title IX/ VAWA response and prevention responsibilities for the University. These may include, but are not limited to data collection, trend analysis, and community outreach.

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree/JD preferred

3 years of related experience required

Working knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations including Title IX, due process protections as conduct proceedings, the Clery Act, FERPA, etc.

Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information.

Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques, interviewing and investigation.

Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations.

Exceptional and critical thinking skills and ability to handle issues of complex and extreme sensitivity.

Skill in writing concise, logical analytical reports to convey complex issues.