Department:
University Counsel
Requested Start Date:
July 6, 2026
Normal Work Schedule:
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, some evenings and weekends required
Job Summary:
The University Counsel and Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing institutional compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of the 1972 Civil Rights Act (“Title IX”), the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization of 2013 (“VAWA”), the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (“Campus SaVE”), and other related federal and state laws. In addition, this position serves as the University Counsel. In discharging the duties of the position, the University Counsel and Title IX Coordinator works closely with the Office of Community Standards, Office of the Provost, Department of Human Resources, and other University administrators.
Knowledge:
- University policies, rules, and regulations
- Division/Department policies, procedures, functions, and related regulations, as well as organizational relationships
- University and Division’s Mission, Goals, and Expectations
- Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat, and social media web planform
- Title IX, VAWA, Campus SaVE, and related federal and state laws
- The presentation of related educational and training programs
- Crime prevention programs, procedures and practices, as well as safety training administration
- Federal and state public safety reporting requirements and other applicable crime data reporting
Skills:
- receiving, investigating, documenting and reporting of discrimination and harassment complaints
- excellent organization and time management
- advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills
- excellent written and verbal communication
- excellent interpersonal skills
- monitoring and assessment skills to help ensure necessary enhancements and/or corrective action is taken
- active listening skills to help ensure the needs of all parties are considered and represented
- quick thinking and solutions oriented
- organized, attentive to detail, and customer-focused
- effective presentation of ideas and materials
- accurate data entry skills
Abilities:
- investigate and analyze claims information and to draw conclusions
- interpret and apply provisions of Federal laws, Education Code, Government Code, Title V, Title IX, and other federal and state regulations as related to the responsibilities of the position, as well as JSU policies and procedures
- effectively summarize and present information
- establish and maintain effective professional relationships
- work with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic populations
- gather data, compile information and prepare reports
- display service oriented mentality and respond to customer’s needs with a sense of urgency
- work independently
- demonstrate respect for personal, confidential information, and sensitive issues
- adapt and develop new ideas and creative solutions in resolving issues
- anticipate, identify, analyze, and solve problems
- be a fair-minded, ethical, and honest leader
- work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies
- use diplomacy and discretion, when giving out information and referring callers and visitors
- demonstrate flexibility in approaching tasks
- determine work priorities
- perform effectively under time sensitive deadlines while maintaining the highest level of patience and confidentiality
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serves as the university’s subject-matter expert on requirements of and compliance with Title IX, VAWA, Campus SaVE, and related federal and state laws.
- Oversees all Title IX complaints and reports of sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, and related allegations of sexual misconduct as they impact students or the academic environment. Identifies and addresses any systemic problems relating to complaints and works with other departments to ensure Title IX policies are communicated to all constituencies.
- Coordinates the University’s Title IX efforts, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of appropriate disclosures, policies, procedures and practices designed to comply with federal and state legislation, regulation, and case law requiring the prompt and equitable resolution of Title IX complaints.
- Investigates and ensures timely resolution of all reports of sex-based discrimination, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking involving members of the University community.
- Responsible for developing and facilitating educational opportunities (programs/events) related to Title IX and appropriate reporting requirements, prevention of and response to sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
- Establishes, communicates, and maintains University complaint process, grievance procedures, available resources, supportive measures, and reporting and resolution options.
- Provides assistance in the development and implementation of bias-free University policies and procedures pertaining to Title IX programs which enable the University to maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, US Codes, etc.
- Communicates with law enforcement personnel and other relevant JSU administrators to assure that reports and complaints of sex-based discrimination, sex-based harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and related misconduct are handled appropriately.
- Prepares and maintains reports and statistical data relative to the various areas of responsibility and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and US Codes.
- Collaborates with the University’s Public Safety Department of Safety to ensure accuracy in reporting annual crime statistics, as required by the Jeanne Clery Act.
- Chairs the University’s Title IX Task Force Committee, serves on the Behavioral Intervention Team and other committees as requested by the University.
- Initiates and directs investigations to resolve complaints related to discrimination and harassment based upon prohibited behaviors as defined by Title IX.
- Fosters collaboration, respect, and cooperation in the University community by encouraging all members to respect each other’s contributions without regard to sex, gender, gender identity and sexual orientation.
- Demonstrates commitment to multicultural competency and initiatives to advance the success of underrepresented groups.
- Participates in self-directed professional reading, develops professional contacts with colleagues, and attends professional development courses and trainings to ensure a full understanding of the legal requirements and best practices related to compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, Title IX, VAWA, Campus SaVE, and other related federal and state laws.
- Assist and collaborate with the Chief University Counsel in providing legal counsel and ensuring institutional compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those related to contracts, procurement and competitive bidding, open meetings, public records, and university policy development and governance; support the management of litigation; perform legal research as directed; and execute other duties as assigned by the Chief University Counsel.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate
- Member of good standing in the Alabama Bar Association
- experience in investigating or prosecuting allegations of sexual misconduct and/or domestic violence, and
- experience in working with victims of sexual misconduct, domestic violence, and/or other types of trauma
Preferred Qualifications:
- at least three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in EEO/ADA or Title IX compliance resolution
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts (official required upon hire)
Employee Benefits:
JSU strives to provide great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full-time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package. Benefits include:
- Retirement Plans
- Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
- RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
- 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
- Health Insurance
- Medical (PEEHIP)
- Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer and hospital indemnity
- Long-term disability and life insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Paid and unpaid leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Prescription assistance
For additional information regarding benefits, please visit our website.
Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://clerycenter.org/policy-resources/the-clery-act/ the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
