Student Advocacy Specialist

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Instructions for all Applicants:

In order to be considered please provide a thorough and complete application.

• Clearly document job duties performed that relate to responsibilities, qualifications, and essential job duties in the “Work Experience” section on the application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week or credit hours worked per term for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment (full time is 40 or more hours per week).

Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the bottom of the Job Description. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the “My Experience” section.  If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check, and may require a MVR, and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

Job Description:

This position provides leadership and management for various student advocacy and equity-related programs and initiatives including Title IX and other civil rights investigations, informal complaint resolution, student behavioral intervention, restorative justice, other forms of conflict resolution, and other matters of compliance. The Student Advocacy Specialist partners with the Title IX Coordinator, Dean of Students, student leaders, and outside agencies in the development and implementation of outreach efforts and educational programming on student rights and responsibilities, sexual and relationship violence, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and other prevention topics. The position also oversees investigations alleging race, national origin, color, disability, age, religious, veteran, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation complaints involving students. The position is responsible for developing communication and marketing to educate the campus community about resources, policies, procedures, and legal requirements, as well as assisting in the maintenance of the College’s website resources and reporting as they relate to sexual misconduct, bias incidents, and complaints/grievances. The position partners with the Title IX Coordinator in investigations and issuing interim measures and support services as appropriate for the situation and in compliance with Federal and State laws. The position is responsible for oversight and evaluation of the institution’s informal and formal student complaint process and college-wide outreach, marketing, training and education for students in support of a culture of respect that is free from all forms of discrimination. The position works to recognize emerging trends to develop and implement prevention and awareness programs and coordinate assessment data related to relevant programs and interventions.

Development & Implementation of Educational Programming Prevention Outreach, & Marketing:

• Develop and collaborate with other campus departments on prevention and other department-related topics including Code of Conduct and student rights and responsibilities.
• Oversee, analyze, and evaluate initiatives to enhance campus awareness about resources and interventions available for students in conflict or with complaints.
• Develop and collaborate with college departments on the marketing of Dean of Students Office resources, reporting options, and community resources. Develop and partner with Student Government and Campus Activities Programming Council and college departments on student educational programming in compliance with Title IX laws, VAWA, and Clery

Complaint Resolution/Crisis Management:

• Serve as a resource for staff, faculty, and students in conflict with students.
• Intake and resolve informal student complaints. 
• Assist students in crisis by making appropriate referrals to support student health and safety and student academic and personal success. 
• Oversee student conflict resolution, assistance, meetings with students (sometimes along with family members) to clarify, interrupt, provide guidance or resolution with complaints or misdirected situations.  Oversee classroom and academically-related mediations that arise via complaints for and with students.
• Offer conflict coaching regarding options for resolution and refer to appropriate agencies when reporting duties apply.
• Maintain documentation and case files.

Partner with the Title IX Coordinator & Dean of Students in Case Management & Other Duties as Assigned:

• Schedule intake with complainants and document offered support measures and resources.
• Conduct investigations related to Title IX, VAWA, and civil rights.
• Implement interim supportive measures (learning accommodations and other supports) for students involved in CARE/Title IX/VAWA related reports.
• Provide case management for CARE and other cases with Title IX/VAWA components.
• Implement Title IX/VAWA informal resolutions under direction of Title IX Coordinator.

Conduct Investigations in Coordination with Title IX Coordinator or Dean of Students:

• Investigate civil rights complaints involving students.
• Investigate behavioral/conduct incidents/reports.
• Serve on investigative team for Title IX reports and conduct as directed by Title IX Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Communication, Student affairs or other related field plus two (2) years of related work experience. If no degree six (6) years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

• Cultural competence and sensitivity to the concerns and needs of diverse student, faculty, and staff populations.

• A high degree of unique problem solving and independent judgment.

• Effective project development, organization and analytical skills.

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with an emphasis on education and training for a variety of constituencies.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, administrators and community partners.

• Ability to exercise considerable discretion and judgment in sometimes highly volatile situations.

• Ability to manage and complete tasks in a timely manner and maintain accurate records and files as demonstrated by past accomplishments or experiences.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of legislation and regulatory compliance related to discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual and gender-based misconduct, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (EEO) and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Clery Act, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, Campus SaVE Act and ADA/504 (Americans with Disabilities Act).

• Basic knowledge of best practices as they relate to institutions of higher education compliance with Title IX,VAWA, and civil rights protections

• Bilingual in Spanish/English

• Experience with conducting trauma informed investigations

• Training and experience in resolving disputes and principles of restorative justice

• Event planning experience

• Student conduct experience

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Diversity Statement

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Please Note: All required documents can be uploaded in the “my experience” section of the application under Required Documents. ​​

Minimum Payment Amount:

$53,549.00

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below:

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee’s spouse and/or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule: 4 day work week – Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums  
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits) 
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits) 
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Screening/Selection:

If you need assistance with this process please contact Human Resources.
Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Please be prepared to submit the following, if required:

• Cover Letter addressing qualifications relative to position requirements
• Resume
• Diversity Statement; see below  
• Teaching Philosophy (for faculty positions only)
• Copy of Transcripts for all positions. Official transcripts will be required if hired for all Full Time positions

Diversity Statement Instructions

Aims Community College recognizes and celebrates diversity within our students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to equity and inclusion to improve the learning experiences of all students and the working conditions of all employees.

• In your diversity statement, please provide your interpretation of what it means to serve a diverse community and work in an inclusive environment.

• Please include specific examples for how your background, education, and/or professional experience have prepared you to fulfill those responsibilities in this position.

• As you consider what to put in your statement, please note Aims Community College is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, or any other protected class.

Faculty:  Must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants who have degrees from outside of the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators (www.aice-eval.org ) lists members who may be contacted for assistance in evaluating foreign credentials.

If you are a current Aims Community College Faculty and have transcripts on file, then a new official copy is not required.
Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer.  Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran’s status.  All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.