Title IX Investigator/Student Support Specialist

The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development. The Division of Student Affairs aids, directs, and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off-campus aspects of student life at ECSU, including student engagement and leadership; career services; student disability services, residential life; student activities; community standards; special programs and services; student health& counseling services.

The Title IX Investigator/Student Support Specialist is responsible for investigating complaints of sexual discrimination and sexual misconduct as assigned by Title IX Coordinator or designee, responding to and working with the Title IX Coordinator or designee in seeking resolution to allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment/misconduct; and training student peer educators to facilitate discussions with other students on sexual harassment. The Title IX Investigator/Student Support Specialist will serve as the deputy Title IX Coordinator in the absence of the Title IX Coordinator. This position also supports student learning and development by assuming a primary role in providing support and coordinated care for students referred by campus partners. Referrals are typically generated by faculty, staff, students, parents, and other concerned parties. Such referrals may include health issues, academic difficulties, mental health concerns, and behavioral problems to include substance abuse, or other related issues that have or may have an impact on their college experience and success. This position works closely with university departments and individuals to address referrals and met the needs of students. The position requires 40 hours work per week and may require evening and/or weekend work.

Possess strong verbal and written communication skills and experience in and awareness of the sensitivity required when interacting with, supervising, and addressing the needs of a diverse community.

Demonstrate the ability to analyze issues, interview witnesses and parties, write investigative reports, and organize trainings; possess strong time management and organizational skills.

Possess the ability to exercise sound judgment.

Possess the ability to articulate the role that community standards and student conduct in supporting retention, and the overall academic mission of the university.

Possess a working knowledge of the FERPA, Clery Act, HIPPA, Title II, Title IX, VAWA, and other applicable federal/state guidelines and laws that affect the practice of student support and advocacy.

Possess a working knowledge of Maxient is highly desired.

Possess excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; the ability to analyze complex issues and effectively plan and organize work.

Demonstrate the proven ability to foster collaborative relationships across campus, work well with parents/families, and contribute to creating a distinctive residential program. Possess the ability to multi-task in a complex, fast-paced environment and strong organizational skills.

Bachelor's degree with two years' experience of Title IX compliance/investigation, law, compliance, or related field or Master's degree (a Juris Doctor is preferred) with one year of Title IX compliance/investigation, law, compliance or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant.