CLASS TITLE : Title IX Coordinator

REPORTS TO : Executive Director, School Safety

TITLE CODE : V18268 GRADE: 09/OPE ($86,194 to $133,256 - Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2020-2021 Effective July 01, 2020)

DEFINITION : Develop, implement, and administer all aspects of Title IX compliance programs and related policies. Collaborate system-wide to ensure proper training, communication, and procedures are followed to ensure compliance and accountability. Advise leadership on systemic policy, process, and prevention programs including assessing school climate. Communicate and cooperate with school officials, parents/guardians, and stakeholders. Ensure Baltimore County Public School (BCPS) staff maintain the appropriate knowledge, skills, training, and resources. Perform other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :
Develops and implements process for administering Title IX compliance programs and related policies.

Conducts a preliminary inquiry for all reported incidents. Determines communication protocols with respect to information shared with parties/witnesses/advisors and other participants in the resolution process. Develops and monitors protocols for communications with the accused and their representatives.

Communicates with potential complainants upon receipt of initial information. Maintains comprehensive records in a case management application of any actions, including any supportive measures, taken in response to an allegation of misconduct.

Provides proactive and responsive training and support to address Title IX questions and concerns.
Develops and conducts training for school-based representatives, investigators, and decision-makers involved in the Title IX compliance process. Collaborates with the Department of Professional Development to provide training to employees and ensures that training content is up-to-date.

Coordinates regular review and revision of policy and procedures for preventing and responding to reports of alleged sex discrimination, misconduct, and retaliation.

Collaborates with the Office of Equity and Cultural Proficiency and appropriate departments, offices, and schools to ensure program access and equity.

Routinely reviews and assesses compliance efforts, school climate, and program effectiveness and advises BCPS leadership. Tracks systemic incidents and takes remedial actions to prevent their recurrence.

Serves as liaison with legal counsel, as appropriate. Collaborates with Department of Communications to facilitate responses to media and records requests in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Establishes appropriate notification timelines for parents/guardians for incidents involving minors. Develops web and print-based publications with information about non-discrimination statements, policy, process, and resources.

Prepares a variety of reports, including statistical and narrative summaries of actions relating to the Title IX compliance efforts. Maintains records, files, and logs. Develops and maintains understanding of regulations; reviews and interprets statutes, regulations and guidance documents, and recommends compliance procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience :
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in related field.
Five years of progressively responsible experience with investigations involving Title IX, school/student safety, law enforcement, or a related experience. Experience with data collection, monitoring and reporting, investigations and crisis management. Experience in public education setting is preferred.
Demonstrated ability with collaborative communication skills to facilitate mediation. Experience in developing and presenting professional development opportunities.

Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Thorough knowledge of Title IX and related laws, regulations, policies and guidance information. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of investigations. Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Knowledge of and skill in program assessment and data analysis.

Skill in administration. Skill in communicating effectively. Skill in preparing and presenting reports and training. Skill in speaking and presenting before groups. Skill in reviewing and revising procedures and practices.
Ability to properly maintain confidential and sensitive information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary. Work involves travel to offices and schools throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights, weekends, and travel.

FLSA : Exempt

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former managers, supervisors, mentors and/or university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $81.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to hire.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information:
Michael Hodge
Director of Staffing
(AFSCME, ESPBC, OPE & Non-Represented)
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7874
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: mhodge@bcps.org