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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for conflict resolution facilitator in the United States is $23.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges a Conflict Resolution Facilitator faces when mediating workplace disputes?

As a Conflict Resolution Facilitator, one common challenge is managing strong emotions and ensuring that all parties feel heard and respected throughout the mediation process. Facilitators must remain impartial while guiding conversations, which can be difficult when participants are deeply invested in the outcome. Additionally, finding mutually agreeable solutions often requires patience, creativity, and clear communication. Navigating these challenges is essential to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

What are Conflict Resolution Facilitators?

Conflict Resolution Facilitators are professionals who help individuals or groups address and resolve disputes in a constructive and non-adversarial manner. They guide conversations, encourage open communication, and ensure that all parties feel heard and understood. Their goal is to assist participants in finding mutually acceptable solutions and maintaining positive relationships. Conflict Resolution Facilitators often work in workplaces, schools, community organizations, or legal settings. They utilize various mediation and negotiation techniques tailored to the needs of the situation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Conflict Resolution Facilitator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Conflict Resolution Facilitator, you need expertise in mediation techniques, negotiation strategies, and a solid understanding of conflict management principles, often supported by a relevant degree or certification in mediation or conflict resolution. Familiarity with case management systems, communication platforms, and formal mediation frameworks such as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) tools is typical. Exceptional active listening, impartiality, cultural sensitivity, and emotional intelligence help individuals excel in facilitating constructive dialogue. These skills are critical for fostering understanding, reaching mutually agreeable solutions, and maintaining positive relationships in complex or high-stress situations.

What is the difference between Conflict Resolution Facilitator vs Mediator?

AspectConflict Resolution FacilitatorMediator
CredentialsOften requires training in conflict management, communication, or mediation; certifications varyTypically requires mediation certification or training; credentials often mandated by state or industry
Work EnvironmentFacilitates discussions in workshops, organizations, or community settingsConducts confidential negotiations between disputing parties, often in legal or formal settings
Employer & IndustryUsed in educational, corporate, or community organizationsCommonly employed in legal, court, or dispute resolution settings

While both roles focus on resolving conflicts, a Conflict Resolution Facilitator generally guides groups through conflict management processes in workshops or organizations, whereas a Mediator facilitates negotiations between disputing parties in more formal or legal contexts. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right professional for specific conflict situations.

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Director of Civil Rights Resolution Services

Director of Civil Rights Resolution Services

Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

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Job description

Director of Civil Rights Resolution Services
Job no: 506943
Work type: Full-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University
Job Summary
The Director of Civil Rights Resolution Services serves as a member of the Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC) leadership team, reporting to the Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX/EEO Coordinator with a dotted-line to the Deputy Title IX & Civil Rights Coordinator, and holds principal responsibility for the substantive quality, procedural integrity, and timely execution of CRC's formal and informal resolution functions across the full civil rights portfolio, including Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, equal opportunity generally, ADA/Section 504, and other civil rights compliance areas.
Essential Functions
  • Leadership & Strategic Direction
    • Serves as a member of the CRC leadership team and the Office's principal subject matter expert on formal and alternative resolution pathways
    • Reports to the AVP for Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX/EO Coordinator with dotted-line accountability to the Senior Deputy Title IX & Civil Rights Coordinator
    • Advances the Office's strategic priorities, including reducing time-to-resolution, enhancing informal resolution utilization, strengthening procedural consistency, and deepening the Office's bench of trained neutrals
    • Partners with the AVP on policy development, regulatory response, and institutional risk management within the resolution function
    • Represents CRC on resolution-related matters in university committees, working groups, and external convenings as delegated
  • Resolution Pathway Design & Calibration
    • Facilitates the appropriate resolution matters, formal investigation, live hearing, administrative resolution, or alternative/informal resolution, in consultation with the AVP and Senior Deputy
    • Advises on case strategy, procedural posture, and resolution planning for complex, high-profile, or novel matters
    • Designs and refines the Office's resolution pathway framework, decision criteria, and escalation protocols
    • Develops criteria for matter suitability across formal and informal resolution pathways
    • Monitors pathway utilization patterns and recommends adjustments to maximize efficiency and participant experience
    • Develops service delivery standards
  • Supervision of Investigators & Hearing Officers
    • Directly supervises the Office's investigator team and hearing officers, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development
    • Oversees post-intake and assessment case assignment, caseload management, and workload balancing
    • Conducts regular one-on-ones, team meetings, and case assignments with investigators and hearing officers
    • Provides substantive coaching, mentoring, and feedback on investigative technique, interview practice, report writing, and adjudicative decision-making
    • Facilitates post-matter debriefs and quality assurance to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement
    • Manages conflict-of-interest screening, recusals, and reassignment protocols for investigators and hearing officers
  • Quality Assurance for Investigative & Adjudicative Work Product
    • Reviews investigative reports and hearing outcomes for substantive quality, procedural integrity, and legal sufficiency
    • Ensures consistency with the 2020 Title IX Final Rule, Pennsylvania's duties of fair procedure, and the Office's established SOPs, interview guides, hearing scripts, and sanctioning rubrics
    • Oversees responsibility determinations in matters subject to AVP review
    • Administers the Office's quality assurance program for resolution work product, including file audits, decision consistency checks, and procedural compliance reviews
    • Maintains procedural checklists, decision templates, and practice aids for investigators and hearing officers
  • Alternative Resolution Facilitator Pool
    • Designs, recruits, vets, trains, and maintains a pool of alternative resolution facilitators with appropriate subject-matter expertise
    • Serves as an alternative resolution facilitator when needed, particularly for complex, sensitive, or precedent-setting matters
    • Develops and maintains informal resolution frameworks, including mediation, restorative practice, facilitated dialogue, and negotiated resolution models
    • Ensures facilitator assignments are conflict-free and matched to matter complexity and party needs
    • Manages engagement, contracting, onboarding, and performance oversight of alternative resolution facilitators
    • Tracks facilitator utilization, outcomes, and participant feedback to inform pool development
  • Appeals Officer Pool
    • Designs, recruits, vets, trains, and maintains a pool of appeals officers with appropriate expertise across the CRC portfolio
    • Ensures appeals officer assignments are conflict-free, impartial, and appropriately credentialed for the matter type
    • Manages engagement, contracting, onboarding, and performance oversight of appeals officers
    • Develops appellate procedural guidance, decision templates, and reviewer resources
    • Coordinates appeals scheduling, record preparation, and communication with parties within applicable timelines
    • Monitors appellate outcomes and remand patterns to identify systemic procedural issues
  • Advisor Pool
    • Designs, recruits, vets, trains, and maintains a pool of advisors to support parties in hearings and throughout resolution processes
    • Ensures advisor availability consistent with regulatory requirements, including the 2020 Title IX Final Rule's cross-examination provisions
    • Manages engagement, contracting, onboarding, and performance oversight of advisors
    • Develops advisor training curricula, practice guides, and role-specific resources
    • Ensures advisor assignments are conflict-free and appropriately matched to party needs and matter complexity
    • Coordinates advisor scheduling, preparation, and support for hearing and resolution participation
  • Training & Professional Development
    • Designs and delivers substantive training for investigators, hearing officers, alternative resolution facilitators, appeals officers, and advisors
    • Coordinates annual recertification, refresher training, and continuing education to maintain compliance and substantive expertise
    • Maintains training records, competency assessments, and certification tracking for role-specific personnel
    • Partners with the Senior Deputy on integrated training calendars and shared curricula across CRC roles
    • Identifies emerging training needs based on regulatory developments, case trends, and quality assurance findings
  • Case Flow & Operational Integration
    • Collaborates closely with the Senior Deputy on operational integration and data informed case flow management
    • Monitors case pipeline, aging, and timeliness metrics for resolution functions; identifies and addresses bottlenecks
    • Coordinates resolution scheduling across investigators, hearing officers, facilitators, appeals officers, advisors, and parties
    • Partners with the case management team on intake-to-resolution handoffs and cross-functional workflows
    • Contributes resolution data and trend analysis to Office dashboards, reporting, and strategic planning
  • Policy, Procedure & Continuous Improvement
    • Drafts, revises, and maintains resolution-related SOPs, interview guides, hearing scripts, sanctioning rubrics, and procedural templates
    • Tracks regulatory changes, case law developments, and OCR guidance affecting resolution practice; coordinates procedural updates
    • Benchmarks resolution operations against promising practices and standards
    • Leads quality assurance reviews following complex matters, audits, or external reviews within the resolution function
    • Contributes to the Office's continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with the AVP and Senior Deputy Regulatory
  • Compliance & Risk Management
    • Ensures resolution operations comply with Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, ADA/Section 504, equal opportunity, and other applicable civil rights frameworks
    • Supports the AVP in responding to OCR complaints, agency inquiries, and external compliance reviews involving resolution matters
    • Identifies procedural, substantive, and systemic risks within the resolution function and recommends mitigation strategies
    • Coordinates with the Office of General Counsel on legally sensitive resolution matters, litigation support, and subpoena response
  • Other Duties
    • Performs other duties as assigned by the AVP for Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX/EO Coordinator in furtherance of the Office's mission
    • Serve as an investigator, alternative resolution facilitator, and/or other resolutions officer as needed.

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of a Master's Degree in higher education, legal studies, human resources, or a related/transferrable field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
  • Minimum of 3 years of advancing and/or specialized experience in civil rights and/or nondiscrimination investigations and adjudication
  • Minimum of 2 years of effective, results-evidenced supervisory experience that includes supervision of investigator(s);
  • Proven subject matter expertise in Title IX, Title VII, Title VI, equal opportunity generally, ADA/Section 504, and other civil rights compliance areas;
  • Detailed understanding and functional ability in operating case management software(s);
  • Detailed and substantive understanding of regulatory requirements and promising practices related to coordinators, investigators, advisors, adjudicators, appeals officer, alternative resolution facilitators, case managers, and other roles within Drexel's CRC;
  • Documented experience in promoting effective, compliant, and prompt formal and alternative resolutions in civil rights/nondiscrimination compliance units.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Juris doctor (J.D.);
  • Experience as a Title IX and/or civil rights investigator;
  • Experience as a Title IX and/or civil rights hearing officer, appeals officer, case manager, alternative resolution facilitator, and/or advisor;
  • Experience with Maxient case management software, and/or
  • Relevant certificate, certification, licensure, and/or other credentialing (e.g., SHRM, CCEP, etc.).

Location
  • University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt, grade O. Compensation for this grade ranges from $119,470 - $179,200. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.
Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: Jul 7 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 7 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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