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The Title IX Coordinator (PT) serves as the institution's designated Title IX Coordinator and is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2012; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Americans with Disabilities Act and Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act 1973; and related federal and state laws.

The Title IX Coordinator (PT) provides leadership in the institution's efforts to prevent and respond to allegations of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, pregnancy-related discrimination, and retaliation involving students, employees, applicants, and third parties.

The position coordinates institutional compliance, oversees grievance procedures, manages investigations or investigative processes, develops policies, provides training, maintains required records, and serves as the primary resource regarding Title IX obligations.

The Title IX Coordinator works collaboratively with Human Resources, Student Affairs, Public Safety, Athletics, Academic Affairs, and legal counsel while exercising independent judgment in administering the institution's Title IX program.

Key Responsibilities:

Title IX Program Administration

• Serve as the institution's designated Title IX Coordinator.
• Oversee institutional compliance with Title IX and implementing regulations.
• Coordinate the institution's Title IX program across all campus locations and programs.
• Monitor changes to federal and state regulations and recommend policy revisions.
• Ensure institutional policies remain compliant with applicable legal requirements. 

Complaint Intake and Case Management

• Receive reports involving sex discrimination and sexual harassment.
• Conduct initial assessments of reported concerns.
• Explain institutional grievance procedures and available options.
• Coordinate supportive measures for complainants and respondents.
• Monitor implementation of supportive measures.
• Maintain confidential case records and documentation.
• Provide consultation to supervisors and administrators regarding Title IX obligations.

Reporting and Recordkeeping

        Maintain records consistent with Title IX regulations.

        Prepare annual compliance reports.

        Analyze complaint trends and recommend prevention initiatives.

        Assist with OCR inquiries and compliance reviews.

        Maintain training records and required documentation.

Investigations and Resolution

• Conduct or oversee prompt, equitable, and impartial investigations.
• Coordinate investigators, decision-makers, and appeal officers when applicable.
• Prepare investigative reports and findings.
• Monitor timelines for compliance with institutional procedures.

• Ensure fair and consistent implementation of grievance processes.

Prevention, Education, and Training

Develop and coordinate annual training programs for:

• Faculty
• Staff
• Supervisors
• Students
• Responsible Employees
• Hearing Panel Members
• Investigators

Develop educational programming (in collaboration with Student Affairs) promoting:

• Prevention of sexual misconduct
• Bystander intervention
• Reporting options
• Consent education

• Healthy relationships

Policy and Compliance

• Review institutional policies annually.
• Recommend revisions based upon legal developments and best practices.
• Coordinate publication of required Title IX notices.
• Ensure required postings and notifications remain current.

• Maintain institutional compliance documentation.]

Campus Collaboration

Collaborate with:

• Human Resources
• Student Affairs
• Academic Affairs
• Athletics
• Public Safety
• Counseling Services
• Residence Life
• General Counsel

• External agencies

Experience and Qualifications

       Minimum 1 - 3 years' experience in areas of Title IX, Title II, Title IV, Title, VI, Title VII, civil rights, compliance, higher education administration.

       Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law, or related field

       Master's degree or Juris Doctor preferred.

Allegheny College, founded in 1815, is one of the nation's most historic and innovative four-year colleges with the distinct requirement of completing a major and minor in different academic areas.  This multidisciplinary learning celebrates students' unusual combinations of interests and provides creative, independent thinkers with a path for educational depth and intellectual growth, preparing them for a successful launch after graduation and even for careers that may not yet exist.  Located in western Pennsylvania, 1.5 hours equidistant from Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Buffalo, Allegheny College is one of 40 colleges featured in Loren Pope's "Colleges That Change Lives" and recently ranked #4 by The Princeton Review in its Top 20 Best Private Schools for Making an Impact. In its 2025 rankings, U.S. News & World Report recognized Allegheny College as one of the country's top 100 national liberal arts colleges, with special distinctions including one of the top 10 best for senior capstone experience and one of the top 25 best for undergraduate research and creative activities.
Allegheny's undergraduate residential education prepares students for successful, meaningful lives by promoting students' intellectual, moral, and social development and encouraging personal and civic responsibility. Allegheny's faculty and staff combine high academic standards and a commitment to the exchange of knowledge with a supportive approach to learning. Graduates are equipped to think critically and creatively, write clearly, speak persuasively, and meet challenges in a diverse, interconnected world. Allegheny College is deeply committed to creating an inclusive community that actively challenges racism, sexism, heterosexism, religious bigotry, and other forms of bias (see Allegheny College Statement of Community).
Allegheny College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Allegheny does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.
Allegheny College is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Director of Human Resources.
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