Georgia Institute of Technology · 16 hours ago
Senior Director of Equal Opportunity & Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveGeorgia Institute of Technology seeks an experienced and highly capable leader to serve as its next Senior Director of Equal Opportunity & Compliance/Title IX Coordinator. The Senior Director plays a central role in ensuring the Institute meets its obligations under federal and state civil rights laws while maintaining processes that are credible, humane, and trusted by the campus community.
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Hiring Manager
Kevin Ferra
Responsibilities
Serve as Georgia Tech’s designated Title IX Coordinator as well as Title VI Coordinator, with institution-wide authority and responsibility
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Office of Equal Opportunity, Compliance, and Conflict Management
Develop, implement, and regularly review institutional policies and procedures related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation
Ensure alignment of policies and practices with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance
Manage resources, staffing, and workflows to support effective and timely program operations
Oversee the intake, assessment, investigation, and resolution of complaints involving discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation
Ensure that investigations are prompt, thorough, impartial, and conducted in accordance with institutional policies and legal requirements
Provide oversight and guidance to investigators, hearing officers, and decision-makers
Ensure appropriate coordination with campus partners, including Human Resources, Student Integrity, and Public Safety, as applicable
Support fair and consistent outcomes while maintaining confidentiality and procedural integrity
Monitor institutional compliance with Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, the Clery Act, the ADA, Section 504, and related requirements
Track regulatory developments and assess their implications for institutional policy and practice. Advise senior leadership on compliance risks, emerging issues, and mitigation strategies
Prepare and coordinate responses to external inquiries, audits, and investigations by regulatory agencies
Ensure accurate documentation, record keeping, and reporting in accordance with legal and institutional requirements
Design and oversee education and training programs for students, faculty, staff, investigators, and decision-makers
Ensure that training content is current, effective, and aligned with legal requirements and best practices
Support prevention initiatives addressing discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct
Develop educational resources and communications to support awareness and understanding across the campus community
Oversee systems for data collection, case tracking, and trend analysis
Analyze patterns and trends to identify systemic issues and opportunities for improvement. Use data to inform policy updates, training priorities, and strategic planning
Support continuous improvement of processes to strengthen consistency, transparency, and effectiveness
Serve as the primary liaison with external agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, the Department of Justice, the EEOC, and state or local oversight bodies, as appropriate
Coordinate with legal counsel on complex matters, litigation, and regulatory compliance
Represent Georgia Tech in external forums related to equal opportunity and Title IX, as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Master's degree required
Significant, progressively responsible experience in equal opportunity, civil rights, Title IX, or related compliance work
Demonstrated experience overseeing or conducting complex investigations involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation
Experience interpreting and applying federal and state regulations in an institutional context, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, the Clery Act, ADA, and Section 504
Leadership experience within higher education, the public sector, or similarly complex organizations
Experience working effectively with legal counsel, senior administrators, and external agencies
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in complex and sensitive matters
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse constituencies, including senior leadership
Capacity to build trust and credibility across the institution
Ability to balance independence with collaboration in support of fair and consistent outcomes
Commitment to equity, fairness, and accountability in institutional practice
Preferred
An advanced degree such as a J.D., Ph.D., or equivalent is strongly preferred
Formal training or certification in Title IX, civil rights compliance, investigations, or related areas is desirable
Company
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology operates as a state-funded research university.
Founded in 1885
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.95MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-ENational Nuclear Security Administration
2024-07-31Grant· $1.97M
2023-11-22Grant
2023-04-26Grant· $11.63M
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