What are the responsibilities and job description for the Title IX Specialist position at Illinois Institute of Technology?
The Title IX Specialist is responsible for helping to support the university’s compliance with the requirements set forth by the Title IX Educational Amendments Act, the Clery Act, the Violence Against Women Act ( VAWA ), and the Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. The Title IX Specialist will report to the Title IX Coordinator and carry out the following responsibilities: remain informed of all changes/updated in guidance/law at the federal and state levels to implement an timely Title IX program to the campus community; manage Title IX investigations; manage informal resolution processes; manage intake reports and provide supportive measures; maintain impeccable internal records of reports received, investigations conducted, and informal resolutions undertaken in both Maxient and Microsoft 360 OneDrive. The Title IX Specialist will also manage the annual online faculty and staff sexual harassment prevention training; conduct educational training workshops with students and employees across the university; assist with the editing of the handbooks and marketing materials; collaborate annually with stakeholders across the campus to develop and implement Title IX marketing campaigns; assist with the completion of the annual Clery, ISPHVE , and state mandated sexual misconduct student survey reports. Manage all activities/reports in the Maxient and Microsoft 365.
Benefits
Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive benefits package located here: https://www.iit.edu/hr/benefits
COMMUNICATIONS
This position requires a person with strong communication skills to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, using effective interpersonal skills to understand complicated Title IX policies and regulations. The person will work directly with the Title IX Coordinator to interpret policy and draft internal and external documents and marketing material. This person will possess active listening skills and accurate note-taking ability as well as strong editing skills for use when editing office resources documents, policy manuals, marketing material, and letter-writing campaigns to make the language clear, accurate, and student-friendly whenever possible.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
This position requires effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy and use a trauma-informed approach when addressing sexual misconduct. It also requires someone who possesses the ability to engage and build trust with students, campus partners, and community organizations on an ongoing basis, making sure to use language that encourages collaboration.
Special Schedule Requirements
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO /AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ ADA / ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Some experience working in higher education or a field related to the position (sexual assault, domestic violence, law, etc.). Some familiarity with Title IX law and the Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. Must have the ability to leverage technical resources and build own technical abilities in the execution of work. Preferably from the greater Chicago area, with a working knowledge of local resources for the campus community to use.
Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with Title IX regulations, the State of Illinois sexual harassment law. Some related experience with investigations and resolution processes desired.
Experience using Maxient, Banner, and Microsoft Office 360.
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
None at this time.
Physical Environment and Requirements
No special physical requirements.
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
None
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
Developing, providing, coordinating, recording, and managing campus-wide and targeted training efforts offered annually by the Title IX Office and conduct educational training workshops with students and employees across the university; Ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Using various training methods, maintaining open communication with campus partners, students, employees, and volunteer investigators. Primarily responsible for rolling out events, campaigns, and Title IX presentations to the Illinois Tech community throughout the year, including annual events of Sexual Assault Awareness Month & Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Encouraged to collaborate annually with stakeholders across the campus while developing these programs.
Percentage Of Time
15
Key Responsibility
Conduct and manage informal resolutions for Title IX reports that meet the requirements, including meeting with both parties and assisting them in arriving at a mutual solution.
Percentage Of Time
10
Key Responsibility
Conduct and manage Title IX investigations, including fact finding, reviewing inculpatory and exculpatory evidence, assessing credibility, interviewing, providing case status updates, writing reports, and managing the case in the Maxient case management system and Microsoft 360.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Receive and process reports of Title IX sexual harassment and provide supportive measures to IIT Community Members.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Assist with editing the handbooks and marketing materials; assist Public Safety and the GC with completing the annual Clery, ISPHVE , and state-mandated sexual misconduct student survey reports and staying informed of current Title IX law by viewing online webinars, attending local workshops, and in ongoing training throughout the year.
Percentage Of Time
15
Posting Information
Work Hours
Monday thru Friday 8:30 am -5:00 pm
Position Category
Full Time
Posting Date
04/02/2025
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/11209
Benefits
Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive benefits package located here: https://www.iit.edu/hr/benefits
COMMUNICATIONS
This position requires a person with strong communication skills to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, using effective interpersonal skills to understand complicated Title IX policies and regulations. The person will work directly with the Title IX Coordinator to interpret policy and draft internal and external documents and marketing material. This person will possess active listening skills and accurate note-taking ability as well as strong editing skills for use when editing office resources documents, policy manuals, marketing material, and letter-writing campaigns to make the language clear, accurate, and student-friendly whenever possible.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
This position requires effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy and use a trauma-informed approach when addressing sexual misconduct. It also requires someone who possesses the ability to engage and build trust with students, campus partners, and community organizations on an ongoing basis, making sure to use language that encourages collaboration.
Special Schedule Requirements
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO /AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ ADA / ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Some experience working in higher education or a field related to the position (sexual assault, domestic violence, law, etc.). Some familiarity with Title IX law and the Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. Must have the ability to leverage technical resources and build own technical abilities in the execution of work. Preferably from the greater Chicago area, with a working knowledge of local resources for the campus community to use.
Knowledge & Skills
Familiarity with Title IX regulations, the State of Illinois sexual harassment law. Some related experience with investigations and resolution processes desired.
Experience using Maxient, Banner, and Microsoft Office 360.
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
None at this time.
Physical Environment and Requirements
No special physical requirements.
Certifications and Licenses
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
None
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibility
Developing, providing, coordinating, recording, and managing campus-wide and targeted training efforts offered annually by the Title IX Office and conduct educational training workshops with students and employees across the university; Ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Using various training methods, maintaining open communication with campus partners, students, employees, and volunteer investigators. Primarily responsible for rolling out events, campaigns, and Title IX presentations to the Illinois Tech community throughout the year, including annual events of Sexual Assault Awareness Month & Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Encouraged to collaborate annually with stakeholders across the campus while developing these programs.
Percentage Of Time
15
Key Responsibility
Conduct and manage informal resolutions for Title IX reports that meet the requirements, including meeting with both parties and assisting them in arriving at a mutual solution.
Percentage Of Time
10
Key Responsibility
Conduct and manage Title IX investigations, including fact finding, reviewing inculpatory and exculpatory evidence, assessing credibility, interviewing, providing case status updates, writing reports, and managing the case in the Maxient case management system and Microsoft 360.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Receive and process reports of Title IX sexual harassment and provide supportive measures to IIT Community Members.
Percentage Of Time
30
Key Responsibility
Assist with editing the handbooks and marketing materials; assist Public Safety and the GC with completing the annual Clery, ISPHVE , and state-mandated sexual misconduct student survey reports and staying informed of current Title IX law by viewing online webinars, attending local workshops, and in ongoing training throughout the year.
Percentage Of Time
15
Posting Information
Work Hours
Monday thru Friday 8:30 am -5:00 pm
Position Category
Full Time
Posting Date
04/02/2025
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled
Yes
Quicklink for Posting
https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/11209
