What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Coordinator - FERPA/Student Conduct position at Fort Valley State University?
FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Compliance Coordinator - FERPA/Student Conduct.
Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.
Job Summary
This position reports to the General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs. This position has a primary focus on student and employee misconduct. Collaborates with other departments (e.g. Student Affairs, Campus Safety) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution, and to assist as needed. Also, assists with cross-departmental risk assessment activities to identify, track and report potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Under the direction of the General Counsel this position will:
The General Counsel assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.
Guidelines
Guidelines include federal and state law as well as Board of Regents and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position assists with developing department guidelines.
Complexity/Scope Of Work
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
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Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.
Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.
Job Summary
This position reports to the General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs. This position has a primary focus on student and employee misconduct. Collaborates with other departments (e.g. Student Affairs, Campus Safety) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution, and to assist as needed. Also, assists with cross-departmental risk assessment activities to identify, track and report potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Under the direction of the General Counsel this position will:
- Investigates student and employee misconduct cases related to allegations of Title IX, VAWA and EEO and, as assigned, other student code of conduct and employee misconduct concerns.
- Prepares and generates drafts of legal
- Assists with implementing the university's legislative strategic
- Performs in-depth research and reports on regulations and legal and political issues affecting higher education, 1890 research institutions, HBCUs, and regional and statewide agriculture and economic
- Implements the policies and procedures of the university's Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Serves as the university's FERPA Privacy Officer.
- Testifies, as required, at university disciplinary and fact-finding
- Serves as a key member of the Clery Committee and, in partnership with Campus Safety, ensures the university meets the reporting and emergency notification mandates of the
- Participates on relevant committees, task forces, and
- Collaborates with other departments (e.g. Student Affairs, Campus Safety) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution, and to assist as
- In partnership with the Director of Human Resources, the Disability Coordinator, and the Dean of Students, assists in resolving issues related to equal access and employment
- Monitors, and as necessary, coordinates compliance activities of other divisions to remain abreast of all compliance activities and identify trends.
- Assists with cross-departmental risk assessment activities to identify, track and report to leadership potential areas of compliance vulnerability and
- Provides reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep senior management and the university system office informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
- Assists in working with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate, to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and
- Assists in monitoring the performance of the Compliance 9ram and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
- Other projects/duties as assigned and general support for Legal and Government Affairs
- Knowledge of Board of Regents policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of current and emerging legislation, issues, or trends as related to this position.
- Knowledge of Open Record Act and Freedom of Information Act requirements.
- Knowledge of procedural processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of institutional practices.
- Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
- Skill in decision making and problem solving.
- Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Skill in examining operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing/implementing new strategies and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
The General Counsel assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.
Guidelines
Guidelines include federal and state law as well as Board of Regents and university policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position assists with developing department guidelines.
Complexity/Scope Of Work
- The work consists of varied duties related to the overall institutional legal and compliance program in support of university operations. The various facets of the position and the various needs of constituents contribute to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to help ensure compliance rules/regulations, policies and procedures are being followed, and the behavior in the organization meets expected standards of conduct. Success in this position ensures university compliance with various state and federal regulations.
- Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field and three (3) years of experience required.
- Juris Doctorate (JD) preferred.
- Experience working in a higher education setting.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
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