District Director of Employee Relations and Title IX

State Center Community College District; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

State Center Community College District in Fresno, California, seeks a District Director of Employee Relations and Title IX to oversee the districtwide Title IX program, supervise campus coordinators, and ensure compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws while promoting equity and accountability.

You will lead investigations, training, and policy development, partner with Human Resources, District Police, Student Services, and campus leaders, and provide strategic guidance to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., legal studies, HR, public administration).
• Five (5) years of experience in human resources, law, investigations, employee relations, Title IX or related compliance.
• At least two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the district Title IX program and act as Title IX Coordinator.
• Direct intake, investigations, and resolution of discrimination/harassment complaints.
• Supervise staff and oversee training, policy development, and compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, District Police, Student Services, and other departments on Title IX implementations.

Skills

Leadership

Investigation

Policy development

Training

Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris doctor preferred

Job description

District Director of Employee Relations and Title IX

Salary: $133,838.00 - $164,604.00 Annually
Location: SCCCD District Office - Fresno, CA
Job Type: Permanent

General Purpose

We are seeking a talented leader to become our next District Director of Employee Relations and Title IX. The successful candidate will provide leadership for and oversee the districtwide Title IX program. This includes supervising and coordinating the work of the campus-based Title IX Coordinators, ensuring consistent implementation of Title IX regulations, and promoting a culture of equity, respect, and accountability across the district.

Under general direction, the District Director of Employee Relations and Title IX provides Districtwide leadership, oversight, and accountability for compliance with federal and state laws governing sex- and gender-based discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, Title VI, Title VII, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Clery Act, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

The District Director serves as the District's designated Title IX Coordinator and is responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, prevention strategies, training, investigations, and resolution processes necessary to ensure compliance with Title IX and related federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including protections related to pregnancy and related conditions. The position provides strategic leadership to foster a safe, equitable, inclusive, and respectful educational and employment environment; ensures consistent, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices across the District; and advises leadership on institutional risk, compliance obligations, and systemic issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide leadership and Districtwide oversight of the Title IX program, serving as the District's Title IX Coordinator and ensuring full compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to sex- and gender-based discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, while providing guidance, support, and oversight to Deputy Title IX Coordinators and campus Title IX personnel.
2. Direct and oversee the intake, investigation, and resolution of complaints involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and related protected activity complaints. Ensure investigations and resolution processes are timely, impartial, trauma-informed, legally sound, and consistent with District policies, regulations, and due process requirements.
3. Assign, supervise, and monitor investigative work conducted by internal staff, Deputy Title IX Coordinators, external investigators, and other designated campus investigators; review findings, reports, and recommendations; and determine appropriate interim, remedial, and supportive measures; and facilitate the engagement and oversight of external investigators when appropriate.
4. Provide supervision and leadership to assigned staff, including participation in recruitment and selection, performance management, professional development, disciplinary action and grievance administration in accordance with Personnel Commission Rules, Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures, and collective bargaining agreements.
5. Advise leadership on compliance risks, emerging trends, systemic issues, and institutional exposure; recommend strategies, policy changes, and corrective actions to mitigate risk and strengthen Districtwide compliance and culture; advise and collaborate with campus partners regarding legislative developments, case management trends, compliance challenges, and concerns related to discrimination, harassment, bullying, and Title IX compliance including federal and state requirements related to pregnancy and related conditions.
6. Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of District policies, procedures, protocols, and internal controls related to Title IX, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation including procedures and guidance related to pregnancy and related conditions; monitor legal and regulatory developments and recommend updates as needed.
7. Ensure the provision and coordination of supportive measures for involved parties, including reasonable modifications and accommodations for individuals affected by pregnancy and related conditions, and oversee collaboration with Student Services, Human Resources, District Police, and other departments to support impacted individuals and ensure institutional responsiveness, including coordination with K-12 partners in matters involving dual enrollment or College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) agreements, as applicable.
8. Oversee Title IX hearings and resolution processes, including coordination with contracted hearing officers, advisors, and appeal authorities, and ensure compliance with procedural and documentation requirements.
9. Direct Districtwide prevention, education, and training programs, including mandatory training for employees and students; specialized training for investigators, decision-makers, and Deputy Title IX Coordinators, campus Title IX Coordinators, and other designated personnel; and outreach initiatives that promote awareness, reporting options, and institutional accountability.
10. Lead campus climate assessment efforts, including the design, administration, and analysis of surveys and data related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation; evaluate program effectiveness and recommend data-informed improvements.
11. Manage Title IX case management systems and reporting, ensuring accurate documentation, data integrity, trend analysis, and timely submission of required internal, Board, state, and federal reports.
12. Collaborate with District Police, Student Services, Human Resources, and other departments to ensure alignment of Title IX response procedures with Clery Act, VAWA, and related federal compliance requirements through cross-functional coordination, timely reporting, documentation, prevention education, policy development, training, reporting oversight, and policy implementation.
13. Represent the District in compliance reviews, audits, administrative proceedings, mediations, and external agency interactions; serve as liaison with law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and community partners as appropriate.
14. May serve on, or assign a designee to serve as a member of, the campuses behavior intervention teams (BITs), providing leadership and guidance on matters related to Title IX, including threat assessment, trauma-informed response, risk mitigation, and compliance with federal and state regulations; collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to evaluate concerning behaviors, develop intervention strategies, and ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation
15. Collaborate with the Athletic Directors at each campus to ensure Title IX compliance for all athletic programs.
16. Collaborate with Human Resources, Student Services, legal counsel, and other appropriate administrators to coordinate employee and student disciplinary processes arising from Title IX investigations and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, policies, and due process requirements.
17. Provide guidance and consultation to Housing staff regarding Title IX obligations, reporting responsibilities, supportive measures, and response protocols involving residents and residential programs.
18. Lead and facilitate informal resolution and conflict resolution processes, including mediation, facilitated dialogue, restorative practices, and other alternative resolution methods as permitted by law and District policy; provide consultation, coaching, and guidance to employees, students, and administrators to address interpersonal and organizational conflicts, and develop strategies to prevent recurring issues and promote a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment.
19. Coordinates with District's legal counsel as directed.
20. Plan, direct, and oversee the operations of the Title IX Office, including staffing, workload allocation, processing grievances, performance management, professional development, and the establishment of a high-performing, service-oriented work environment.
21. Develop, administer, and monitor the Title IX program budget, ensuring fiscal accountability, compliance with District procedures, and alignment with program priorities and strategic objectives.
22. Participate in Districtwide strategic planning, participatory governance, and cross-functional initiatives, and lead special projects that advance institutional compliance, equity, safety, and organizational effectiveness; collaborate with appropriate administrators in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the District Equal Employment Opportunity Plan and related equity initiatives.
23. Model and promote equity-minded, culturally responsive leadership, fostering an inclusive educational and employment environment and ensuring equitable access to processes, resources, and outcomes.
24. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.
25. May participate in institutional activities, including service on District and College committees, task forces, and planning groups, and attendance at Board of Trustees meetings, trainings, workshops, conferences, and other professional development or employee functions, as assigned.
26. Perform other related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Federal, state, and local laws and regulatory frameworks governing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, equal opportunity, mandated reporting, and protections involving minors in higher education, including pregnancy, lactation, parenting status, and related conditions protections under Title IX Title IX, Title 5, Title VI, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, FEHA, ADA, CANRA and related statutes and guidance.
• Community college district governance, organizational structures, Board policies, administrative regulations, and collective bargaining environments.
• Principles and practices of Title IX program administration, including complaint intake, investigations, hearings, resolution processes, supportive measures, and compliance reporting.
• Principles and practices of student conduct and higher education administration.
• Issues affective diverse student populations and the unique dynamics of educational environments.
• Trauma-informed, equity-minded, and culturally responsive practices applicable to investigations, training, and institutional response.
• Investigative methodologies, evidence evaluation, documentation standards, and report preparation consistent with due-process and legal requirements.
• Risk management principles related to institutional liability, compliance monitoring, and corrective action planning.
• Adult learning theory and best practices for prevention education, training design, and professional development.
• Budget development, monitoring, and public-sector fiscal practices related to program administration.
• Records management, confidentiality standards, data governance, and case management systems.
• Modern administrative systems and technologies used to support investigations, reporting, training, and program oversight.

• Analyze complex legal, policy, and operational issues and apply sound judgment to high-risk, high-impact matters.
• Direct and oversee fair, impartial, and trauma-informed investigations, including coordinating investigators, reviewing findings, and determining appropriate safety and supportive measures.
• Draft, review, and evaluate clear, accurate, and legally defensible policies, procedures, investigative reports, and compliance documentation.
• Communicate effectively and persuasively with diverse audiences, including students, employees, executive leadership, governing boards, and external agencies.
• Interpret data, conduct trend analysis, and prepare narrative and statistical reports to inform decision-making and compliance oversight.
• Plan, organize, and manage multiple complex priorities while meeting statutory and regulatory deadlines.
• Exercise discretion, professionalism, empathy, and diplomacy when addressing sensitive and confidential matters involving both students and employees.
• Build collaborative relationships and work effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Utilize enterprise systems, case management platforms, and data tools to support investigations, reporting, and training initiatives.

• Lead and administer a Districtwide Title IX compliance program with independence, integrity, and accountability.
• Interpret, apply, and explain laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to Title IX, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Oversee legally sound investigations, evaluate evidence, draw defensible conclusions, and recommend corrective and remedial actions.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Title IX policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise independent judgment in sensitive and high-stakes matters.
• Advise executive leadership on compliance risks, systemic issues, and institutional exposure.
• Supervise, develop, and evaluate staff and deputies; set performance expectations and foster a high-performing, inclusive work environment.
• Represent the District effectively in compliance reviews, audits, mediations, and interactions with regulatory agencies.
• Adapt to changing legal requirements, institutional priorities, and emerging issues while maintaining compliance and program effectiveness.
• Promote an inclusive, equitable, and respectful educational and employment environment consistent with District values and DEI goals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in legal studies, business administration, human resources, public administration, higher education administration, educational leadership, social work, counseling, psychology, equity/gender studies, organizational leadership, or a closely related field.
• And, five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, law, investigations, employee relations, student conduct, civil rights compliance, Title IX, or related compliance programs. Experience related to Title IX coordination, investigations, harassment prevention, or compliance oversight is preferred.
• And, at least two (2) years in a lead or supervisory capacity, which may be included within the required five (5) years of experience above.
• Or, any combination of education, training, and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.
• Juris doctor or master's degree in one of the disciplines identified above is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION, SPECIAL AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to hold and maintain a valid driver license 'if and when' travel is required in the course of work.
• Must successfully complete Title IX Coordinator training within 6 months following appointment and maintain ongoing professional development related to Title IX and civil rights compliance.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

This role requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, as well as communicate effectively through various modalities. Manual dexterity is necessary to operate computers, office equipment, and assistive technology tools. The role involves occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching, along with movement throughout college or District sites as needed. Visual acuity sufficient for close work, reading printed materials, and viewing computer screens is required. The incumbent must also be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds independently.

Mental Demands

This role requires the ability to perform detailed work with accuracy while effectively managing multiple tasks and deadlines. It demands clear written and oral communication, the capacity to read and interpret complex data and documents, and strong analytical skills to identify and resolve problems. The incumbent must be adaptable in learning and applying new information or technologies relevant to the assignment and remain focused and professional amid frequent interruptions and ongoing interaction with faculty, staff, management, and students. This role requires regular interaction with individuals who may be distressed, dissatisfied, or experiencing heightened emotions. The role also involves exposure to sensitive and potentially distressing information, including explicit language, images, and other materials associated with Title IX investigations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting under typical conditions. The incumbent regularly interacts with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the public, and must effectively manage competing priorities, frequent interruptions, and operational deadlines. The position may require travel to various off-site locations and flexibility in work hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, to support departmental and institutional needs. The work environment typically involves moderate noise levels and minimal safety risks. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.