Deputy Title IX Coordinator/Legal Compliance Specialist (Administrator II)

San Diego State University’s Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (CPHD) is looking for a Deputy Title IX Coordinator/Legal Compliance Specialist to ensure compliance with Title IX policies and procedures. If you're passionate about fostering a respectful and inclusive environment, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Title IX policies and manage case processes related to harassment and retaliation.
• Investigate complaints and provide timely, fair resolutions.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain thorough documentation.
• Oversee administrative tasks performed by CPHD’s Administrative Support Coordinator.
• Provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students on Title IX issues.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that ensures a safe and inclusive campus environment.
• Work closely with diverse campus stakeholders.
• Contribute to the well-being and safety of the university community.

Apply today and make a lasting impact at San Diego State University!

Position Information

• This is a full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
• Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Office of the Associate Vice President of Administration, within the Division of Business and Financial Affairs, is responsible for providing leadership and direction for SDSU’s Title IX program, Center for Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination, the Center for Human Resources, Department of Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management, Public Safety, Legal Affairs, Conflict of Interest, and Public Records. 

The Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination (CPHD) promotes an environment in which all members of SDSU’s campus community can work, learn, and live in an atmosphere free from all forms of harassment and discrimination through the following activities: educating faculty, staff, and students on SDSU policies and procedures relating to non-discrimination; providing advice and support to faculty, staff, and students on issues of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence; overseeing compliance with federal and state laws including Title IX, Title VII, and FEHA; overseeing compliance with Executive Order 1095, and the Interim CSU Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Exploitation, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation, including oversight of the formal complaint process; collaborating with other SDSU departments and representatives to provide a holistic approach to resolving discrimination and harassment issues; overseeing SDSU’s training programs relating to the prevention of sexual violence, sexual harassment, and unlawful discrimination and harassment. 

For more information regarding the Center for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination, click here.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• A minimum of three years of professional experience in the following program areas: investigations, Title IX, discrimination, harassment, retaliation (DHR), and student judicial.
• Directly related investigation experience in civil rights in employment and/or education at or for an educational institution, large organization, and/or government agency.

Key Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws (e.g., Title IX, Title VI, Section 504, the ADA, Title VII, FERPA, FEHA, etc.), regulations, and policies and procedures governing discriminatory practices and equal opportunity.
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, case law, and guidance related to sexual harassment in the education and employment setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and methodologies for conducting investigations, including interviewing, gathering and analyzing evidence, and writing investigation reports.
• Working knowledge of Title IX and related law and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information including, but not limited to, student and employee records.
• Demonstrated experience in exercising independent judgement in the assessment, investigation, and resolution of Nondiscrimination Policy concerns including working knowledge of applicable of CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy and Procedures. 
• Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications. 
• Experience coordinating and supervising office staff, ensuring a supportive environment where all team members are included, empowered, and held accountable (preferred).

Compensation and Benefits

At San Diego State University, we value our team members and offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications and experience. But that’s just the beginning! Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave Benefits: Enjoy 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year.
• Retirement Security: Benefit from a CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, with reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan, plus retiree healthcare benefits.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access a variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost to you.
• Educational Opportunities: Take advantage of the California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent.
• Voluntary Benefits: Opt into additional benefits like Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan for college savings.

The expected hiring salary for this position ranges from $115,000 to $125,000 annually.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

This position is open to current SDSU employees only.

Apply by March 31, 2025.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu.