Student Protections Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Student Protections (OSP) and Title IX's mission is to provide an equitable, inclusive, safe, supportive and secure learning and working environment, in every school and neighborhood, in the District that is free from discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation, ensuring that all students, faculty, staff, vendors and visitors can thrive. Reporting to the Case Coordination Team Lead, Student Protections Coordinators within the Office of Student Protections and Title IX (OSP) will serve a central role advancing the Office’s core function: to ensure that every reported incident of sexual misconduct, bias-based harm, and abuse impacting CPS students is thoroughly and properly handled in the best interests of the involved students. The Student Protections Coordinators are responsible for responding to all incidents and consulting with schools on next steps, and best practices. They advise school administrators on reporting protocols (e.g. Department of Children & Family Services, law enforcement, CPS’ incident reporting software, etc.), initiate investigations, share resources, and ensure that all incidents are properly resolved and documented.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of three (3) years of experience organizing high volumes of cases, tracking timelines, and ensuring required documentation are complete
Experience working with youth around issues of child sexual abuse, sexual assault, or problematic sexual behavior
Strong problem solving skills
excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience in a compliance environment
strong organization and documentation skills
Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity
Ability to work with a wide range of constituencies with diplomacy and tact

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in a relevant area is a plus (e.g., MSW, MPH, etc.)
Experience in navigating multi-departmental administrative workflows and case management platforms to track case progress and maintain confidentiality is preferred
Experience working within an urban school district is preferred
Experience working with LGBTQIA+-youth advocacy is preferred
Spanish language skills a plus

Responsibilities

Responding to reports assigned as School-Based Investigations, Office of the Inspector General Investigations or Support Only cases of sexual misconduct, bias-based harm and abuse reported to OSP and work closely with schools, families and partner offices in response
Ensure School-Based Investigations for allegations of Sexual Misconduct, Bias-Based Harm, and abuse are reviewed for closure to ensure that students are able to engage in their educational experience free from harassment, discrimination, or any additional harm
Ensuring that every student involved in a case reported to OSP is treated fairly, appropriately, and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, Title IX, and CPS policies
Guiding schools in next steps to address incidents, including connecting them with supports, sharing guidelines and policies, recommending best practices, and ensuring District Policy compliance
Ensuring appropriate partners provide all trauma-related and socio-emotional resources and services to students, families, and staff
Prepare all cases assigned with supportive/interim measures and documentation in preparation for biannual audits provided to local, state and federal agencies
Performing additional ad hoc duties as assigned
Other duties as assigned