Job Details

Assistant Dean for Student Sexual Misconduct Prevention, Education and Conduct Resolution

Position Number: 5988084
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Assistant Dean for Student Sexual Misconduct Prevention,

Education and Conduct Resolution

Title IX, Rose Hill, Lincoln Center, Westchester, Calder Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents

A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.

As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.

As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.

University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Dean leads the student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts within the Division of Student Affairs. They serve as the student conduct hearing officer for student sexual and related misconduct cases on Fordham €™s multiple campuses.

Essential Functions

Develops and coordinates student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts and initiatives for students and staff.

Serves as the primary student conduct hearing officer for all cases involving student sexual and related misconduct, utilizing the University €™s single adjudicator conduct process.

Ensures a timely, well-documented, and impartial student conduct process, adhering to all relevant New York State and federal laws and regulations.

Collaborates closely with the Deans of Students and Offices of Residential Life to oversee the supervision and assignment of trained Administrative Support Persons (ASPs) for conducting investigations and managing conduct processes.

Conducts education and training programs related to the student sexual and related misconduct process for ASPs, Resident Directors, Resident Assistants, hearing officers, and appeal panels.

Establishes and maintains an accurate tracking system for all student sexual and related misconduct reports, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions, and submits data promptly to the Title IX Coordinator to comply with NYS and federal laws.

Assists in the periodic review and updating of the Fordham Sexual and Related Misconduct Policy and Procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.

Completes annual required Title IX training to ensure compliance with New York State and federal laws and regulations.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Guides work of other employees who perform

essentially the same work and/or student workers. Organizes, sets priorities, schedules and reviews work, but is generally not responsible for final decisions in hiring, performance management or compensation.

Additional Functions

Maintains Student Affairs web pages related to sexual and related misconduct, including Campus Assault and Relationship Education (CARE), CARE Frequently Asked Questions, Actions Against Sexual Violence, and other related webpages.

Administers Fordham's Sexual and Related Misconduct/Title IX Climate Survey every two years with all students.

Works in close collaboration with the Department of Public Safety, Deans of Students, Residential Life, Title IX Coordinator, Legal Counsel, and other campus stakeholders.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the areas of sexual and related misconduct investigations and/or student conduct.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations related to Title IX, Campus SAVE Act, Clery Act, and VAWA.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in higher education or a related field.

Minimum Starting Salary: $90,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $110,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/8899

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories