Director, Equal Opportunity Programs

DEAF; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallaudet University invites applications for a Director of Equal Opportunity Programs to lead university-wide compliance with federal and institutional nondiscrimination requirements, including Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and disability access.

The role oversees program administration, policy development, and coordination with campus partners to promote belonging and equal opportunity for all students and employees.

Job description

# Director, Equal Opportunity ProgramsGallaudet UniversityGallaudet University## DescriptionOVERVIEW: Gallaudet University, federally chartered in 1864, is a bilingual, diverse, and multicultural institution of higher education dedicated to the intellectual and professional advancement of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals through American Sign Language and English. Gallaudet maintains a proud tradition of research and scholarly activity and prepares graduates for career opportunities in a highly competitive, technological, and rapidly changing world. As part of the university, the Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center is a federally funded center that operates exemplary elementary and secondary education programs for deaf and hard of hearing students as well as national outreach programs which develop and disseminate innovative curricula, instructional techniques, and products nationwide, and provide information, training, and technical assistance to parents and professionals serving children from birth through age 21. Job Title: Director, Equal Opportunity Programs Worker Type: Regular Pay Type: Salary Exempt Status: Yes Compensation Grade (Track/Level): M2 Hiring Range (Commensurate with experience and qualifications): $122,388.00-$163,184.00 Salary Ranges: All Compensation Grades Supervisory Organization (Department): Office of Belonging and Engagement Summary: Reporting to the Executive Director of Belonging and Engagement, the Director of Equal Opportunity Programs assumes the responsibilities for the administration, coordination, and day-to-day implementation of the University’s equal opportunity, Title IX, and disability access programs. Job Description: Serves as the University’s Equal Opportunity Programs (EOP) Officer, Section 504 /ADA Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator, and supports the University’s compliance with applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination, equal opportunity, disability, and gender-based misconduct laws and University policies. Coordinates and administers the University’s Title IX program, including its policies and procedures, and supervises the work of the Deputy Title IX Coordinator(s) and Title IX Investigator(s). Monitors Title IX compliance across University programs and activities, including admissions, recruitment, academic programs, housing, facilities, course offerings, extracurricular activities, financial assistance, student employment, and athletics, and identifies areas requiring corrective or preventive action and works with relevant stakeholders to address them. Oversees the Disability Service Center and the University’s processes for providing reasonable accommodations and access for students and campus visitors, and provides guidance and support regarding institutional compliance with applicable disability and nondiscrimination requirements. Administers the University’s processes for the prompt and appropriate resolution of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, disability discrimination, and other equal opportunity complaints involving employees, students, applicants, and members of the public. Maintains case management systems, records, data, and reporting for Equal Opportunity Programs and Title IX matters, including incident reports, complaints, investigations, and other required compliance documentation. Develops and reviews investigation plans, ensuring timely completion and the inclusion of appropriate supporting documentation. Conducts and oversees investigations of alleged violations of University anti-discrimination policies and applicable laws, including Title IX sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, disability discrimination, and other discrimination claims; prepares and reviews investigative findings and reports, and recommends appropriate corrective or remedial action based on the findings, as appropriate. Makes determinations regarding allegations of disability discrimination and non-compliance under the ADA, Section 504, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws, consistent with applica