Title IX Coordinator

Michigan Technological University

United States, Michigan, Houghton

1400 Townsend Drive (Show on map)

Apr 17, 2025

Department: Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX

Summary	The Title IX Coordinator manages a wide range of complex and confidential tasks. This includes overseeing university-wide compliance with federal, state, and civil rights laws and providing strategic planning, policy oversight, training, prevention programming, reporting, investigation, case management, and remedies relative to Title IX and other sex-based harassment and discrimination laws
Responsibilities and Essential Duties	* Act as the University Title IX Coordinator. * Interpret federal and state laws and regulations regarding Title IX and stay current with the applicable laws and regulations to maintain university compliance. * Ensure that all aspects of federal and state sex-based laws and requirements are met for policies, procedures, training, prevention education, reporting, support and assistance, investigation, and assessment. * Oversee strategic planning, policy oversight, training, prevention programming, reporting, investigations, and case management relative to these laws. * Monitor, coordinate, and revise policies and procedures related to Title IX and sex-based laws and guidance, such as VAWA, ensuring compliance. * Address complaints of alleged sex-based discrimination, harassment, and violence made against students and employees of the university utilizing the relevant university policies and procedures. * Provide supportive measures, assistance, and resources to all parties involved in a complaint of sex discrimination, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment. * Establish and maintain confidential, accurate, and thorough case records of all complaints of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct. * Design, lead, and assess training and educational programs to ensure employees and students understand Title IX, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and retaliation. Training populations include faculty, staff, and students in online, in-person, and/or written formats. * Recruit, coordinate, and supervise the Title IX staff, including the deputy coordinators, investigators, hearing officers, procedural officers, informal resolution facilitators, and advisors. Ensure all TIX Staff meet annual training requirements. * Supervise prevention coordinator. * Utilize specialized university software programs for case management, training, and documentation. (Canvas, Maxient, Banweb, Banner, Aspire, Vector) * Chair the University-wide Title IX Awareness Committee. * Attend training for Title IX professionals. * Develop and oversee TIX-related web pages and resources. * Coordinate with Public Safety and Police Services for case management and Clery Act compliance. * Assist with addressing complaints of other sex-based civil rights alleged sex-based discrimination and harassment against students and employees of the university. * Assist with formal investigations within Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX by serving as a co-investigator. * Prepare responses for complaint cases for federal and state agencies. * Prepare reports for University purposes, state reporting, and federal regulations. * Oversee TIX assessment, including the university-wide sexual misconduct survey. * Problem-solve, respond to inquiries, and resolve concerns with diplomacy and tact. * Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work. * Integrate safety practices into daily activities. * Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives. * Other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures	Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in communication, education, social science, human resources, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
Required Experience	* At least two years of experience in higher education, human resources, social work, or other professional areas from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. * One year experience working with issues related to sexual harassment/discrimination, sexual assault, and/or dating/domestic violence. * Two years experience with the development and implementation of training and programming.
Desirable Education and/or Experience	* Master's degree in communication, education, human resources, social sciences, student affairs, or related field or PhD in communication, education, human resources, social sciences, student affairs, or related field or JD. * Demonstrated experience in steering program priorities using strategic planning directives. * Demonstrated understanding of working with STEM staff, faculty, and students. * Evidence of increasing levels of professional responsibilities demonstrating proficiency in policy/procedure management, conflict management, and supervision.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Knowledge of Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act, and their practical application to higher education environments. * Demonstrated ability to use judgment when dealing with confidential information. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to deliver effective and engaging presentations and training programs to varied audiences. * Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. * Demonstrated ability to function effectively in stressful work environments. * Demonstrated experience in working independently and collaboratively. * Demonstrated ability to build relationships with stakeholders. * Demonstrated willingness to work in crisis situations and occasionally outside of common office hours. * Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. * Understanding and commitment to the comprehensive mission, vision, and strategic plan of Michigan Tech. * Experience in mediation, restorative justice, and/or other voluntary adaptable resolution pathways. * Knowledge of the latest in computing and technology for the University environment, including University online and software systems. * Knowledge of web page development and management. * Experience developing and using evaluation and assessment data to improve program delivery. * Experience with grant development and implementation.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment	Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: Employee Safety Overview Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training Annual Data Security Training Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Training Required, specific to the TIX Coordinator: Comprehensive training program for TIX Coordinators Option, if it is available: https://www.nacua.org/program-events/online-courses/title-ix-coordinator-training/home Institutional Compliance Solutions Courses - TIX 101 Higher Ed - TIX Coordinator - TIX Investigator, Level 1 - TIX Decision-Maker, Level 1 - TIX Appellate Decision-Maker, Level 1 - TIX Informal Resolution - TIX Advisor - TIX Putting Policy into Practice Higher Ed, Level 2 Institutional Compliance Solutions Live Training - Annual live training with ICS - date TBD Everfi - Sexual Misconduct Prevention Courses
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)	1.00
FLSA Status	Exempt
Pay Rate/Salary	The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,000 - $73,000; however, the final salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor	Executive Director - Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX
Posting Type	Internal & External Posting
Dependent on Funding	No

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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