Director of Equity and Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator
Job no: 494211
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Categories: Equity & Inclusion
Department: |
Office of Equity and Civil Rights UMBC’s Office of Equity and Civil Rights (ECR) is responsible for promoting and coordinating the University’s core values of inclusive excellence, equity, diversity. |
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Position Overview: |
UMBC (University of Maryland, Baltimore County) seeks an experienced civil rights practitioner and strategic leader to serve as its Director of Equity and Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator (Director), who will build meaningful relationships throughout a diverse campus community and advance the practices of the Office of Equity and Civil Rights (ECR) in pursuit of becoming a model operation in higher education. The Director will manage the Office of Equity and Civil Rights while collaboratively working to provide long-term vision, leadership, and strategic direction to ensure the University's compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations—understanding that the success of these services is the foundation of UMBC’s welcoming and supportive culture for all students, faculty, and staff. |
Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category . |
Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available. |
Responsibilities: |
Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Equity and Chief Diversity Officer, the University is seeking an innovative, committed, and passionate professional who has broad civil rights knowledge and experience and has a demonstrated commitment to ensuring an inclusive learning, living, and working environment free from harassment, discrimination, hate, and bias for all members of the UMBC community. As a visible and accessible leader who thoughtfully exercises unwavering high integrity in the balance of transparent communication and required confidentiality, the Director will collaborate closely with various campus partners such as the Division of Student Affairs, Human Resources, Campus Police, Office of the Provost, Inclusion Council, shared governance bodies, Office of the General Counsel, and other campus leaders. The Director will provide essential leadership, knowledge, and direction for the ECR office regarding matters of equity, civil rights, and Title IX. By aligning with the University’s overarching mission and values, the successful Director will underscore the University’s commitment to move beyond compliance with regulations and processes to implement best practices by exceptionally providing critical services and resources to the campus community of students, faculty, and staff. As the campus compliance leader, the Director will have an active role on the Inclusion Council and remain knowledgeable on trends and updates impacting equity and civil rights both internally and externally and serve as a partner and advisor to campus leaders. The Director will develop and empower the staff to help mobilize best-in-class efforts of the office to position the University as a model and leader in public higher education civil rights compliance operations. The role provides ample opportunity for a skilled and experienced leader to shape the direction and impact of the office, reporting and response, and training services in a data-driven, future-forward manner. |
Required Minimum Qualifications: |
Requires a Master's degree and five (5) years of professional experience specifically related to equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and/or civil rights or A Bachelor’s degree with at least seven (7) years of professional experience specifically related to equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and/or civil rights (e.g., Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, Clery, ADA, Section 504, ADEA, Equal Pay
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Preferred Qualifications: |
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Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required. |
Special Instructions to Applicants: |
UMBC has engaged the services of Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, in this recruitment effort. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest and a current resume or curriculum vitae to be considered for the position. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to:
https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/university-maryland-baltimore-county/director-equity-and-civil-rightstitle-ix |
Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package. Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here ): Generous Leave which includes accruing:
Tuition Remission :
Additional Benefits:
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Salary: | Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
Hours: | Full-time |
Type: | Regular |
FLSA Status: | Exempt |
Equal Opportunity Statement: | UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
Title IX: | As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
Accommodation: |
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
Work Authorization: | As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |
Advertised: 11 Apr 2024 09:00 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled
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