Director, Title IX and Student Conduct

Coast Community College District•Costa Mesa, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Orange Coast College is hiring an on-campus, in-person classified management Director, Title IX and Student Conduct. The Director leads, directs, and coordinates the College’s Title IX and student-conduct caseload and serves as a primary investigator in Title IX, student conduct, and related matters. The role supports a safe, productive, equitable campus environment and provides operational leadership for procedures and systems concerning student rights and responsibilities, behavioral intervention and support, and resolution of grievances, appeals, and complaints. The Director investigates and adjudicates cases under applicable College and District policies, procedures, and laws; manages case assignments, records, reporting, and the student conduct and behavioral intervention software system; and coordinates with College and District offices and external partners. The position also supports prevention education and training, compliance and Clery reporting, program review and assessment, and continuous improvement. The role reports within Student Services and works in coordination with the Dean of Title IX and Student Relations and the Dean of Students. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, or a related field; three to five years of related work experience; and at least one year handling investigations involving student conduct, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. A related master’s degree is preferred. This is a temporary, special-funded, full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening work as needed. Work is performed indoors with minimal safety considerations. The position requires a valid driver’s license and is designated as a mandated reporter under California law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Education, Public Administration, or a related field.
Three to five years of related work experience.
At least one year of experience handling investigations related to student conduct, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic, gender, gender identity, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Specialized professional knowledge of Title IX programs, higher education student conduct codes, due process, student rights, and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Working knowledge of alternative dispute resolution, mediation, and restorative justice practices.
Knowledge and skill in developing and implementing accountability plans for Title IX and student conduct cases in accordance with state regulations.
Knowledge of supervisory, performance management, and team-building practices; ethical standards in student affairs; and higher education law.
Working knowledge of evaluation and statistical methods, research and reporting, student investigations, and information technology needs and solutions.
Strong oral, written, human-relations, presentation, and professional-correspondence skills.
Knowledge of student behavior, crisis management, emergency response, and College, District, community, and social-service referral resources.
Ability to interpret and apply the State Education Code, Government Code, Title IX, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Ability to develop program standards and measurable outcomes and to represent the College and District effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies while protecting the confidentiality and security of sensitive case information.
Ability to direct and train others, establish cooperative working relationships, and communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Valid driver’s license.
Authorization to work in the United States; the District does not sponsor visas.
Successful completion of required background check, including Live Scan fingerprinting, satisfactory references, and required District approval or ratification.
Completion of a tuberculosis examination certificate for initial appointment and required onboarding steps.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a related field.

Responsibilities

Investigate and adjudicate assigned Title IX and student conduct cases in accordance with District policies, administrative procedures, and applicable laws.
Communicate with and meet with impacted students, and advise complainants, respondents, and witnesses about applicable policies and procedures.
Lead case management and assignment of Title IX inquiries, investigations, student conduct matters, and behavioral incident reports.
Manage the student conduct and behavioral intervention software system, including maintaining and updating correspondence templates and training staff in its use.
Participate in Behavioral Intervention Team meetings, chair meetings as assigned, and follow up on cases as appropriate.
Coordinate with campus and District offices and partners to support student safety, security, communication, and case resolution.
Participate in the Clery Compliance Team, help identify reportable crimes, and assist Campus Safety with the Annual Security Report.
Submit quarterly reports with case analytics, program effectiveness information, strategic planning indicators, and continuous-improvement updates.
Support program reviews, mid-term reviews, Administrative Unit Outcomes, Student Learning Outcomes, and strategic planning; monitor benchmarks and timelines.
Maintain compliance with student rights and responsibilities policies, procedures, and practices, and stay current on applicable regulatory standards.
Analyze and advise the College on compliance requirements and regulatory interpretation within the areas of responsibility.
Conduct thorough investigations within applicable timeframes; review and evaluate witness statements, documents, and other evidence.
Prepare investigation findings, recommendations for corrective action, analytical reports, case files, disposition reports, and records for management or legal counsel.
Prepare and present an annual report to College administration and the Board of Trustees.
Provide consultation on student discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and related issues.
Provide training and workshops for Resident Assistants and student residents, and contribute to campus orientations and other events as assigned.
Attend assigned on- and off-campus trainings, conferences, and events; collaborate with faculty, College and District departments, and off-campus partners.
Perform other related duties that support the position’s objectives and comply with District policies, including the Code of Professional Ethics.