Seeking Title IX & Equity Services Coordinators

Description

Join Our Talent Pool - We Would Like to Meet You!

We anticipate hiring two Title IX & Equity Services Senior Associates this year and welcome the opportunity to connect in advance with experienced professionals. By joining our talent pool, you will be among the first we reach out to when a relevant opportunity becomes available.

About Us:

At Grand River Solutions, we are always looking to connect with exceptional individuals who are driven by purpose and motivated to make a difference. We are continually building a network of talented professionals who align with our mission: to deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and expert harassment and discrimination response and resolution services to schools, colleges, universities, and workplaces across the United States.

We believe that lasting change begins with committed people—and that is why we are intentional about cultivating a diverse team of collaborators, problem-solvers, and advocates. If you are passionate about promoting equity, safety, and compliance in educational or workplace environments—and you are looking to grow with a dynamic, values-driven organization that is shaping the future of institutional response systems—we would love to connect.

We Are Accepting Applications For:

Title IX & Equity Services Senior Associate

Salary Range: $80,000 - $160,000

Description:

The Interim & Delegated Services team provides interim or ongoing Title IX and equity position services, as well as consulting, coaching, and mentoring assistance to schools and organizations. These services are designed to assist clients with their equity goals and with their compliance obligations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of the 1972 Civil Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Violence Against Women Act of 2013, the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other related federal and state laws. Team members may be assigned to provide one or more services to one or more institutions at the same time.

Position Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of Interim & Delegated Services or their designee, the Senior Associate’s primary responsibility is to provide to schools and organizations on an interim or ongoing basis assistance with Title IX, 504, ADA, EEO response and resolution services, and to develop and deliver training and education regarding harassment and discrimination. The Title IX Services Senior Associate may also be asked to serve as a hearing advisor, assist with hearing coordination, take notes during client meetings or party/witness interviews, and otherwise assist with other elements of a client’s prevention, response and/or resolution processes.

• Summary of Responsibilities:
• Under the direction or supervision of the Director of Interim & Delegated Services:

• •Serve as an institution’s Title IX Coordinator and/or Equity Director, or as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator or Assistant Equity Officer/Director. Capable of supporting complex or large-scale Title IX/EEO offices.
• •Oversee and assume responsibility for an institution’s response to reports of harassment and discrimination in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• •Respond to all reports and complaints per institutional guidelines.
• •Draft essential correspondence related to the complaint process.
• •Conduct, manage, and/or oversee investigations and alternative resolution processes.
• •Develop and deliver training on harassment and discrimination, institutional policies, responsible employee obligations, and prevention strategies.
• •Assist clients in enhancing the overall function of Title IX and equity departments, including prevention efforts.
• •Serve as a subject matter expert on Title IX, Title VII, VAWA, and related state and federal compliance regulations.
• •Stay informed of laws and regulations relating to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual misconduct, and gender-based violence, including but not limited to: Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, ADA, FMLA, VAWA, and the Clery Act.
• •Maintain all client data in accordance with each client’s standards and expectations.
• •Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including compliance with required timelines.
• •Uphold Grand River Solutions standards for Title IX Coordinators and EEO Directors.
• •Provide guidance and mentorship to junior GRS staff supporting Title IX and EEO response efforts.
• •Under supervision, assist clients with drafting and revising policies, procedures, and templates to ensure alignment with current federal, state, and best practice requirements.
• •Demonstrate strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs), Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and similar platforms.
• •Utilize campus database case management systems, including entering data and generating reports, such as Maxient, iSight, Advocate, or similar.

Additionally

• •Handle confidential and sensitive information in accordance with institutional policies and legal standards.
• •Maintain professionalism and discretion at all times.
• •Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
• •Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Skills

• •Deep understanding of Title IX, Title VII, VAWA, Title VI, and related federal and state laws.
• •Familiarity with ADA and Section 504 regulations, and how they intersect with Title IX and EEO laws/practices.
• •Ability to serve as a Title IX Coordinator or Equity Director for one or more institutions simultaneously.
• •Exceptional writing skills, including demonstrated ability to draft professional communications.
• •Strong communication skills—verbal and written—for effective interaction by phone, email, and in-person with parties, witnesses, clients, and colleagues.
• •Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, quickly grasp complex issues, and provide accurate guidance.
• •Proven ability to foster a diverse and inclusive environment, working with individuals from varied racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• •Strong interpersonal skills; able to build rapport and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and partner organizations.
• •Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• •Demonstrated attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• •Collaborative team player with the ability to also work independently.
• •Creative, flexible, and resilient in approaching and resolving complex challenges.
• •Strong work ethic, high motivation, and consistent productivity.
• •Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications:

• •Five or more years of experience serving as a Title IX Coordinator of a complex Title IX Office and/or Director of an EEO Office at two or more institutions.
• •Two or more years of supervisory or management experience.
• •Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• •Experience with a wide range of policies in higher education or K–12 settings.
• •Proven experience conducting or overseeing investigations, alternative resolutions, and appeals.
• •Experience in developing and delivering training on relevant topics.
• •Strong ability to manage documentation, maintain recordkeeping standards, and juggle multiple deadlines.
• •Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• •Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete projects on time.
• •Formal training in Title IX, Title VII, Civil Rights Investigations, trauma-informed practices, and/or sexual assault investigations.
• •In-depth knowledge of relevant statutes, including but not limited to: Title II, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, ADA, FMLA, VAWA, and the Clery Act.
• •Experience handling confidential and sensitive information, with adherence to institutional, state, and federal confidentiality standards.
• •Commitment to cultural competence and ability to work effectively across cultures.
• •Experien