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Vermont State University Title IX and Protected Rights Coordinator in Castleton, Vermont
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TITLE IX & PROTECTED RIGHTS COORDINATOR
BASIC FUNCTION
This position supports the mission, goals, and objectives of Vermont State University, an institution of the Vermont State Colleges (VSC). The Title IX and Protected Rights Coordinator has primary responsibility for managing Title IX and protected class discrimination functions in Vermont State University (VTSU). The position is responsible for managing and executing policies and programs which relate to protected categories under applicable laws and regulations, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, Section 504, ADA, ADAAA, and other federal and state anti-discrimination laws, and requirements. The position also supports initiatives to address equity issues at the VTSU. The Title IX and Protected Rights Coordinator collaborates with and provides advice to VSC leadership, managers, Human Resources, and others to address compliance matters.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and execute Title IX policy to ensure compliance with Title IX, VAWA, and other relevant laws, regulations, and guidance
Ensure the availability of accessible methods to report alleged discrimination
Receive and review all alleged discrimination complaints reported and/or filed by individuals pursuant to applicable VSC Policies and applicable law
Respond to all complaints of alleged discrimination, arrange interim measures and remedies as appropriate, and maintain records of all complaints of alleged discrimination
Conduct initial information-gathering and assignment of investigators, as well as oversee and supervise investigators, Deputy Title IX Coordinators, and other Title IX staff
Oversee and manage proceedings regarding formal complaints of alleged sex discrimination as required by the VSCs policies and applicable law, providing all parties involved with pertinent information regarding their rights and the grievance process
Support students and employees concerning pregnancy or related conditions, including providing information, reasonable modifications, leave, reinstatement, and access to lactation space, as well as limitations on the requests for documentation.
Take other appropriate, prompt, and effective steps to ensure sex discrimination does not continue or happen again within the VTSU program or activity, regardless of whether a complaint is initiated.
Monitor the programs or activities for barriers to reporting conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination.
Train Deputy Title IX coordinators and all personnel involved in work related to Title IX compliance, including investigators and hearing officers, as required by applicable law
Develop and execute training for staff to comply with Title IX and anti-discrimination policies
Develop and support training for students to foster a culture of compliance with Title IX and anti-discrimination policies
Facilitate or mediate disputes and provide anti-discrimination training
Organize and maintain an electronic filing system
Identify, assess, and address any patterns apparent from a review of reports of alleged sex discrimination