Job Description
Adams State University is seeking an experienced, high-integrity leader to serve as our Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) and Title IX . Reporting directly to the University President, this pivotal role serves as the institution's primary compliance officer and executive advisor on civil rights, equity, and campus safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance Oversight:
Serve as the designated Title IX Coordinator, maintaining ultimate accountability for institutional compliance with Title IX, EEO/Title VII, ADA/504, and the Clery Act. Investigation Coordination:
Act as the primary administrative liaison to external investigative entities, managing case data and reviewing final reports for procedural thoroughness and evidentiary sufficiency. Executive Leadership:
Provide unbiased, strategic advice to the President and directly supervise Assistant Directors, investigators, and moderators. Education & Prevention:
Spearhead campus-wide training and awareness programming, including Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking (DVSAS) prevention. Conflict Resolution:
Provide proactive conflict management and supervise informal resolution processes for matters outside of formal policy violations. Collaboration:
Actively collaborate with university and external partners to help ensure a safe, compliant, and responsive community. Professional Development:
Seek on-going professional development by engaging local, regional, and national partners, associations, and experts. Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Law, HR, Higher Ed, Criminology, Social Work, Psychology) OR equivalent experience (7+ years) with relevant certifications 1 to 3 years of progressive experience in higher education. Proven success managing an active caseload and supporting individuals in crisis or mediation. Deep expertise in non-discrimination statutes and Title IX/EOE principles. Certified conflict mediator, or a commitment to become certified within one year of hire. Exemplary analytical report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate degree (e.g., J.D., Master's) in a related field. 2+ years of student conduct and/or Title IX investigative experience navigating complex sexual misconduct claims in higher education. Pre-existing status as a certified mediator. Salary & Benefits Salary Range:
$69,500-$83,400 Comprehensive, premium health and wellness coverage (medical, dental, vision), robust disability/life protection, flexible spending accounts, and high-impact retirement savings plans. Apply Today Join us in fostering a culture of safety, civility, and equal opportunity. At Adams State, great stories begin here Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Law, HR, Higher Ed, Criminology, Social Work, Psychology) OR equivalent experience (7+ years) with relevant certifications 1 to 3 years of progressive experience in higher education. Proven success managing an active caseload and supporting individuals in crisis or mediation. Deep expertise in non-discrimination statutes and Title IX/EOE principles. Certified conflict mediator, or a commitment to become certified within one year of hire. Exemplary analytical report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
