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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Title IX Assistant works with the Title IX Coordinator and Director of Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response to ensure institutional compliance University policy, federal and state statutes, regulations, and case law requiring the prompt, fair, and impartial resolution of all reports pursuant to relevant university policies and civil rights laws, including Title IX.  The Assistant will ensure institutional compliance with University Policy and with Title IX, VAWA, and other related federal and state laws.  In discharging the duties of the position, the Assistant will work closely with the Title IX Coordinator, the Office of Legal Affairs, Human Resources, Student Life, and other University administrators.

As a condition of employment, Duquesne University requires all new employees —full-time and part-time, including adjunct faculty—to get a COVID-19 vaccine and provide proof of their vaccination upon commencement of employment.

New employees requesting a religious or documented medical exemption from the vaccine must complete and submit a Duquesne University exemption request form for review and approval. To receive the appropriate exemption request form, contact hrservices@duq.edu. Employees with approved exemptions will be required to be tested on a regular basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as a first point of contact to students, employees, and faculty who are involved in sexual harassment/sexual misconduct matters; provide information to students, employees, and faculty who are involved in sexual harassment/sexual misconduct matters.

Connects students, employees, and faculty with referrals to supports and services including on and off campus counseling and community partners.

Opens, organizes, and maintains confidential sexual harassment/sexual misconduct files.

Assists in investigations by scheduling interviews, organizing evidence, and preparing hearing files under the direction of the Title IX Coordinator and Director of Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response.

Assists with tracking, monitoring, and implementing supportive measures, remedies, and sanctions.

Coordinates and assists with University wide education and outreach programming for students, faculty, and staff.

Supports and participates in preparation and execution of trainings regarding University sexual harassment/sexual misconduct policies to University departments, student groups, and campus community.

As directed by Title IX Coordinator represent the Office of Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response on campus and in public awareness campaigns.

Answer phones and emails to assist Title IX Coordinator and Director of Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response with new reports and open matters.

Provides support and updates, as needed, to the Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response website.

Participates in self-directed professional reading and development to understand the legal requirements and best practices associated with this position.

Other duties as assigned.

Completes other duties as assigned.

 REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and at least 2 years relevant experience.

Experience in the creation and delivery of programming.

Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in using the current Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint; willingness to learn new technologies relevant to the position.

Background working with individuals and groups representing diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community

Preferred qualifications:

Experience working in Higher Education and/or with trauma survivors preferred; working knowledge of Title IX preferred.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently and as a team member.

Strong interpersonal, writing and speaking skills.

Ability to manage competing deadlines in a time-sensitive environment.

Sensitivity to the need of each individual to be treated with dignity and respect as it relates to diversity in general and the Mission of the University specifically.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).

We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement. Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and furthering its mission.