Brown University — Title IX Case Manager
Filed in Administrative on February 16, 2023
Job Description:
The Title IX Case Manager serves as a key team member in the University’s equity, inclusion, and diversity efforts. This position plays a central role in overseeing and managing reports of sexual and gender-based misconduct. As a member of the Title IX and Gender Equity Office, the Title IX Case Manager will report directly to the Title IX Coordinator and will serve as the main point of contact for all case file. This position will work closely with the Title IX Coordinator to manage all Title IX-related caseloads.
As a member of OIED, the Title IX Case Manager will serve as one of several entry points in which community members and/or guests of the University can report or seek information on the complaint processes and Title IX policies and procedures of the University. The incumbent will work closely, on a case-by-case basis, with the Office of General Counsel, University Human Resources, Campus Life, Athletics and the Title IX Coordinator to develop and implement training programs and informational materials for faculty, staff, and students on reporting and adjudication processes related to equal opportunity, non-discrimination, Title IX and other related topics.
Major Responsibilities:
Case Management
Supporting Actions:
- Receive and respond to case referrals from the online reporting systems, which include but are not limited to reports of sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct (including sexual exploitation and indecent exposure), dating, domestic violence, and stalking, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
- Meet the impacted parties to provide information about supportive measures available through Title IX.
- Facilitates the intake of complaints from students, faculty, and staff, determines appropriate course of action, and refers individuals to appropriate resources, and documents interactions.
- Maintain meticulous and confidential records for all referrals, intakes, proceedings and sanction outcomes and produce statistical reports on collected data.
- Oversee the case management software ensuring critical updates are completed when necessary.
- Oversee case files for investigations including scheduling investigation interviews, updating cases in the management database, and sending correspondence to parties.
- Communicates directly with the Title IX Coordinator and Investigators to coordinate case plans to ensure the timely and confidential completion of investigations or informal resolutions of case.
- Provide logistical support for formal complaint investigations by scheduling interviews and assisting with the organization and dissemination of information collected for the investigation.
- Assist with the tracking and monitoring of Title IX Cases to meet prescribed deadlines, develops case management checklists, protocols, and procedures.
- Assist with essential compliance functions such as Clery Reporting.
Support
Supporting Actions:
- Serve as the front line for the Title IX and Gender Equity Office by managing email and phone communication, creating a comfortable environment for visitors who come to the office, and updating the office compliance related webpages.
- Assist students, employees, and third parties in navigating campus and departmental resources, respond to questions as appropriate, and communicates directly with the Title IX Coordinator.
- Actively foster and maintain a climate that is supportive of Brown University community members and respectful of difference.
- Cultivate positive relationships with campus stakeholders (e.g., faculty, students, and staff)
- Develop and maintain relationships and clear lines of communication with campus and community partners including Campus Life, General Counsel, University Human Resources, and Academic Affairs.
- Build relationships with colleagues at peer institutions; review current literature and research; participate in local, regional and/or national professional associations and organizations.
Training
Supporting Actions:
- Assist OIED in the development and implementation of training and education programs for faculty, staff, and students related to Title IX.
- Assists in the coordination, tracking, and monitoring of Title IX compliance training.
- Provide information to students, employees and others regarding University policies related to Title IX.
- Stay abreast of current movements in the field by participating in conferences, workshops, etc.
- Continuously identify and integrate best practices in civil rights investigations into University policies and procedures to ensure that the University’s processes, responses, and policies are consistent with federal and state laws and regulations related to compliance with non-discrimination laws.
- Other duties as assigned within the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
Qualifications:
- Two (2) to four (4) years of related experience with at least one (1) year of recent, substantive work experience and ability overseeing cases in a higher education, non-profit or other relevant setting.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the primary duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- In depth knowledge of the federal and state laws pertaining to gender-based discrimination and harassment and sexual misconduct, as they apply to colleges and universities including Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 (Title IX), the Jeanne Clery Act of 1990 (Clery Act), the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA), all as amended where applicable, and other federal and state laws, regulations and court decisions.
- Ability to work weekends and evenings and travel (when necessary or assigned).
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of related experience in higher education, sexual violence response or related field; or equivalent related field post-graduate experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with individuals of varying identities which may impact their access to and utilization of various support services and resources.
- Working knowledge of trauma-informed practices.
- Knowledge of contemporary issues surrounding sexual violence in the college setting.
- Knowledge of the Maxient software.
Please include a cover letter when submitting an application.
Background check satisfactory to Brown University.
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-01-17-08:00
Job Posting Title:
Title IX Case Manager
Department:
Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Classification:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Vaccination Requirements:
In order to maintain 90% or greater universal vaccination rates on campus, all newly hired employees at Brown University must receive the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before they begin work, unless they are approved for a medical or religious exemption. All employees must also receive a COVID-19 booster within thirty (30) days of becoming eligible. For more information, please visit the Healthy Brown site.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
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