Student Life Compliance Manager, Title IX and Title VI Investigator

About the role

The Student Life Compliance Manager, Title IX & Title VI Investigator acts as the lead compliance officer for the Division of Student Life and other University compliance responsibilities, including Clery Act reporting, NCAA compliance, and other state and federal laws and regulations. This role also supports the compliance with applicable laws such as Title IX, Title VI, VAWA, and the SaVE Act.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead compliance officer for the Division of Student Life and other University compliance responsibilities, including Clery Act reporting, NCAA compliance, and other state and federal laws and regulations.
• Support the compliance with applicable laws such as Title IX, Title VI, VAWA, and the SaVE Act.
• Actively participate in the development and implementation of best practices in Title IX and Title VI investigation, policy, and campus training.
• Assist in the development and implementation of educational opportunities for students, staff, faculty, campus volunteers, and administration for Title IX, Campus Crime Reporting, VAWA, and SaVE Act, bystander intervention, and other compliance issues as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with the administration of Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act.
• Oversee and assist the Athletics department in tracking academic compliance of student athletes.
• Collaborate with the Director of Public Safety to ensure the compilation and regular review of data related to campus crime statistics and implementation of regular Campus Security Authorities training.
• Audit and address student compliance with institutional public health initiatives, including COVID testing and vaccination status.
• Create and maintain the Annual Security Report (ASR) required by law.
• Assist in the development and implementation of educational programming, including the creation, assembly, and distribution of educational materials to the university community.
• Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution, the AVP for Student Life, the VP for Equity & Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer, School of Law, and Human Resources to develop investigation plans and coordinate and/or conduct investigations of Title IX, bias-related, and higher-level conduct cases in a timely manner.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports to be used in student conduct hearings and to inform university response.
• Maintain effective and collaborative relationships with relevant members of the university and greater community, including Public Safety, Residence Life & Housing, Office of Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution, Office of General Counsel, and state and local police.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing data for the purposes of assessment and strategic Student Life goal setting.
• Participate in Divisional priority committees and task forces such as the Alcohol and Other Drug Task Force, Bias Response Team, and Behavioral Incident Team.
• Be accessible, visible, and present for large campus-wide programs and community development activities as needed and seek involvement and engagement in university life.
• Provide collaborative support to the Office of Student Conduct by serving as a hearing officer (only for cases that do not pose a conflict of interest).
• Serve as a member of the senior staff "On Call" rotation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Counseling, or related field.
• Experience in working with Title IX, Public Safety, EEO, or other related fields, preferably in higher education.
• Minimum of two years' experience conducting Title IX or discrimination investigations involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, sexual intimidation, and relationship violence.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience using sensitivity in interviewing techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal legal issues related to higher education (e.g., Title VI, Title IX, VAWA, Clery, The Stop Campus Hazing Act, Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act), student conduct, and risk management.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive situations.
• Ability to interact comfortably with a wide range of diverse people, including staff, students, faculty, and parents/guardians.
• Ability to function as an integral team member within the Division of Student Life.
• Familiarity with database and computer software programs.
• Commitment to professional ethics.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues of equity, inclusion, social justice, and civil rights.
• Ability to respectfully work, communicate, and provide leadership within a diverse campus community.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must have an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing them for success in the position. Additional Information: Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here. RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.

Benefits

Details about benefits will be provided upon hire.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided upon hire.

Schedule

Details about schedule will be provided upon hire.

Contact

For more information, please contact:

• Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Jen Stanley
• Contact Information: 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 / Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu