Title IX Coordinator and Affirmative Action Officer

General Summary:

The Title IX Coordinator and Affirmative Action Officer ensures compliance with the Colleges’
Policy on Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity & Diversity (PAA), Title IX, ADA/Section 504, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act,
and all related state and federal regulations. The Title IX Coordinator and Affirmative Action Officer administers the Affirmative Action
Policy and has primary responsibility for coordinating Title IX investigations at BCC and GCC. This position will provide leadership in
promoting an understanding of these policies and regulations within the college communities, training staff in their implementation, and
investigate and resolve complaints. Works collaboratively with other College offices on the GCC and BCC campuses to implement strategies
toward the goals of compliance and awareness and to assess progress toward achievement. Each week, this position will include in-person time
on each campus and telework.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinate, provide technical assistance and
  consultation with the statutory and regulatory requirements of Title IX, AA/EO, and ADA/Section 504, including coordinating the College’s
  efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX, which prohibits all sex discrimination and Title IX Sexual
  Harassment in all College operations, as well as retaliation for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by Title
  IX.
• Meets directly with covered students and employees seeking to exercise their rights under the PAA and applicable laws.
• Provide guidance and assistance to alleged victims of prohibited conduct, including referral to support resources, notice of right to
  file internal grievances, notice of the right to grieve to the US Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, notice of the right to
  report incidents to law enforcement; Provide information, assistance and protective measures to reporting and responding persons and other
  individuals involved, including their rights under the PAA and applicable laws and regulations.
• Receive, investigate and resolve
  complaints regarding discrimination, Equal Education and Equal Employment Opportunity, and harassment, including Title IX complaints, and
  complaints regarding denial of reasonable accommodation requests by employees, students, and others protected under state and federal laws
  and regulations and/or the PAA, in compliance with state and federal laws, executive orders, collective bargaining agreements and College
  policies and procedures. Provide oversight of investigations led by outside parties.
• Oversee prompt, effective, and equitable
  intake, investigation, processing, issuing of findings of fact or management of hearing process, and timely resolution of all Title IX
  Sexual Harassment matters, or cases otherwise involving sex discrimination made known to responsible employees and/or reported or filed by
  students, faculty, employees, third parties, or by members of the broader community;
• Work collaboratively with all areas of the
  college, as needed, with respect to complaint referral, investigation, resolution and accommodations. Coordinate with Human Resources and/or
  the Dean of Students when corrective action is recommended.
• Review, analyze and conduct internal audits of processes and systems at
  the College related to Title IX and equity compliance. Develop, review and update operations and procedures, recommend policies and develop
  and implement new strategies and procedures.
• Provide and/or oversee the training of Deputy Title IX officers, Title IX
  investigators, advisors, decision makers and other roles required by PAA processes, to ensure the prompt, fair and impartial resolution of
  complaints, including ongoing training, consultation, and technical assistance on Title IX for all employees in areas including: how to
  identify and report Title IX Sexual Harassment; the College’s responsibilities to address Title IX Sexual Harassment; recognizing warning
  signals; reporting Title IX Sexual Harassment to appropriate College officials; and information regarding confidential reporting
  options.
• Develop, coordinate, deliver and track regular college-wide training on the PAA, discrimination and harassment prevention
  and their relationship to the Colleges’ policies and practices. Work to ensure informal and consistent communication in policy
  implementation. Prepare and distribute Title IX and other educational materials.
• Provide ongoing training, consultation, and
  technical assistance on Title IX for all students including: students’ rights under Title IX, identifying behaviors that constitute Title IX
  Sexual Harassment ; how to report Title IX Sexual Harassment; reporting options; understanding the College’s Complaint Procedure and
  Complaint Processes; the potential consequences for violating College policies; the role of alcohol and/or drug use; amnesty; consent; the
  importance of seeking prompt medical attention; prohibition against retaliation; and Bystander Intervention training.
• Organize and
  maintain the Colleges’ files regarding complaints, disposition reports and other records regarding PAA, Title IX, EO and ADA compliance.
  Serve as custodian and supervise custody of all records for reporting purposes and safeguard their confidentiality.
• Coordinate the
  development and implementation of the annual assessments of campus climate with regard to sexual harassment and sexual violence.
• Serve on applicable teams and college committees.
• Attend and participate in meetings and professional development opportunities
  regarding Title IX, EO and ADA. Keep abreast of current state and federal laws and trends regarding Title IX and Affirmative Action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Skills/Experience/Training
Required:

• Master’s, or other advanced degree in human resources, student development, higher education administration;
  J.D. or advanced professional degree in other relevant discipline; or bachelor’s degree with an equivalent combination of relevant education
  and experience.
• At least three years of professional experience in the areas of Title IX, Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and
  ADA compliance.
• Experience administering Title IX and handling discrimination and harassment investigations and complaint
  resolution.
• Experience developing and conducting trainings.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues with diplomacy and
  excellent judgment.

Preferred Skills/Experience/Training:

• Five years of progressively
  responsible experience in Title IX, AA and ADA compliance.
• Experience interpreting federal and state laws and regulations
  pertaining to Title IX, AA,EO and ADA.
• Experience providing institution-wide training on laws, policies and procedures.
• Higher Education experience.
• Experience working in a union environment.

Additional
Information:

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional travel to and from events,
  meetings, etc.
• Normal office environment, not subject to extreme variations of temperature, noise, odors,
• May use computer
  keyboards requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.
• Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, reaching and stooping may
  also be required.

Source of Funding: State Funded

Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 per
year

Area of Assignment: Human Resources. This is a shared position between Berkshire Community College (BCC) and
Greenfield Community College (GCC).

Schedule: Hybrid schedule, the position will have a presence on both
campuses.

Reports to: Executive Director of Human Resources at Berkshire Community College

Effective
Date:  July 2023

Pursuant to the Clery Act of 1990 a copy of Berkshire Community College’s
security report is available on the BCC Website.

Application Instructions:

Position is posted until
filled, application review begins on July 5, 2023. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter by visiting the Berkshire Community College Job
Board. 

About Berkshire Community College:

Berkshire Community College (BCC) has the distinction of
being the first community college established in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Nestled in the scenic Berkshire Hills, our nearly 2,000
students have access to a wide range of career and transfer programs on our newly renovated campus. Occupying a scenic 180-acre property,
just minutes from downtown Pittsfield, Massachusetts, BCC provides students from a broad range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
with an intimate learning environment, small class sizes, and much opportunity for interaction with faculty. Berkshire County was home to
many forward-thinking historic figures including, W.E.B. DuBois, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth (Mumbet) Freeman, all of whom were pioneers
of social justice. The Berkshires contain both rural and urban elements, combining a beautiful natural environment with world class museums
and other cultural opportunities. Pittsfield and Berkshire County continue to evolve, with immigrants from over 70 countries now calling the
Berkshires their home. BCC seeks to recruit diverse employees who embrace, as well as demonstrate, a commitment to diversity and inclusion
and whose experiences and perspectives model the opportunities and success derived from a college education.