Student Protections & Title IX Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Pharmacy

Vision

Behavioral health

Wellness program

Pension plans

403(b)/457(b) options

FSAs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is seeking a Student Protections Specialist to respond to reports of sexual misconduct and bias-based harm. Reporting to the Coordination Manager, you will work with schools, families, and CPS offices to ensure guidelines, provide support, and comply with Title IX.

This full-time exempt position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) and at least five years in a clinical setting; bilingual candidates are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Clinical Psychology preferred.
• Minimum of five years experience in a clinical setting (crisis response, sexual violence, domestic violence, child welfare).
• Experience navigating the Title IX grievance process.
• Experience in an urban school district preferred.
• Bilingual highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to the highest-level incidents of sexual misconduct and harassment reported to OSP.
• Ensure fair treatment of all parties in accordance with laws, Title IX and CPS policies.
• Guide schools on best practices, clinical supports, and investigation processes.
• Document cases for Title IX compliance and support schools.
• Build relationships with school communities and staff to address incidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis response

Title IX familiarity

Urban education experience

LGBTQ+ advocacy

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is seeking a Student Protections Specialist to respond to reports of sexual misconduct and bias-based harm. Reporting to the Coordination Manager, you will work with schools, families, and CPS offices to ensure guidelines, provide support, and comply with Title IX.

This full-time exempt position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) and at least five years in a clinical setting; bilingual candidates are highly preferred.