Title IX and Civil Rights Case Manager

Usmd; Princess Anne (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is seeking a Case Manager for the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance to monitor discrimination, harassment, and misconduct reports. The role requires organizing and triaging high volumes with discretion and strong administrative skills, while coordinating with campus partners to coordinate support services and resources.

The successful candidate will maintain records using Simplicity, conduct intake meetings, and communicate rights and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of related experience in education, case management, law enforcement, or social work.
• Knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations (Titles VI, VII, IX) and related rights.

Responsibilities

• Triages reports of discrimination, harassment, and reported retaliation with prompt, compassionate handling.
• Creates, maintains, and tracks all incoming reports in Simplicity.
• Outreaches to potential complainants (students, employees, faculty, third parties) under Title IX and related policies.
• Conducts intake meetings, explains options and resources, communicates rights in the university process.
• Collaborates with housing, academic officials, financial aid, and other campus partners to coordinate support services.
• Maintains up-to-date records for each report and supports ongoing university processes.

Skills

Nondiscrimination laws knowledge

Case management

Administrative skills

Communication

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Simplicity system

Job description

# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement:The Case Manager for the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance will be responsible for monitoring all incoming reports of discrimination, harassment, and sexual and gender-based misconduct at UMES. The Case Manager plays a crucial role in supporting the OIE operations at UMES. This dynamic position requires a highly organized individual, skilled in organizing, prioritizing, and managing multiple tasks and records in a high volume, fast-paced environment with attention to detail, flexibility and appropriate discretion while displaying exceptional administrative skills and a creative mindset.Salary Range: $53,940 - $55,000Benefits: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:- Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employeesand dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee BenefitsDivision.- Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and visioncoverage.- Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or anOptional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental RetirementAccounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual statematch, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLifePlan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).- Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USMpolicies, spouses and dependents at University System of Marylandinstitutions.- Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days peryear, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.- Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State ofMaryland wellness programs.Responsibilities:- Case management - Triages reports of discrimination, harassment, and orrelated retaliation and provides a prompt, compassionate, and appropriateresponse.- Creates, maintains, and track/monitors all incoming reports ofdiscrimination, harassment, and sexual and gender-based misconduct atUMES.- Responsible for outreaching to potential complainants (students,employees, faculty, and third parties) under the UMES Title IX,Discrimination, and Bullying Policies.- Assists with conducting intake meetings with individuals affected by sexualand gender-based harassment and misconduct and other forms ofdiscrimination and harassment, offers resolution options, facilitatesacademic and supportive resources, and communicates about a party'srights in the university process.- Responsible for communicating and/or providing resources, processinformation, and supportive measures, as needed.- Collaborates with a variety of campus partners (housing, academicofficials, financial aid, etc.) to coordinate support services and eliminateroadblocks.- Maintains up-to-date records of all reports of discrimination andharassment based upon a protected category and/or sexual and gender-based harassment and misconduct at UMES and the University's outreach,response, and process for each report using Simplicity.- Engages in continuous learning to Title IX, Title VII, VAWA, and related civilrights regulations, state laws, and university policies.- Assists in administrative duties of the Office of Institutional Equity andCompliance.- Performs other related duties as assigned.Preferences:- ATIXA Title IX, Investigations, and/or Civil Rights TrainingPhysical Demands:- May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting atdesk.- May require lifting.- Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally andinternally.- Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.# **Minimum Qualifications****Job Description**Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Experience: Three (3) years of related experience in education, case management, law enforcement, or social work.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations related to Titles VI, VII, and IX, due process rights, VAWA, FERPA, and other applicable state and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations.# **Additional Job Details****Required Application Materials:** Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.**Best Consideration Date: N/A****Posting Close Date:** N/A**Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Department**UMES-PRES-President's Office# **Worker Sub-Type**Staff Regular# **Salary Range**$53,940 - $55,000# **EEO Statement**UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.# **Diversity Statement**The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.# **Title IX Statement**It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.