Position Title:
Title IX Coordinator Administrator
Location:
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Advertised Salary:
$89,471-103,924. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and other requirements.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans
Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:
Full-Time
Term of Position:
12 Month
At Will/Just Cause:
Just Cause
Summary of Position:
The Title IX Administrator (Coordinator) reports to the Dean of Student Life and has the primary responsibility of coordinating and implementing the University’s compliance efforts with Title IX, working closely with the Vice President of Student Affairs, Associate Chief Human Resources Officer, Director of Equal Opportunity, General Counsel, and other administrative leaders, and has no other duties that create a conflict of interest.
The Title IX Coordinator leads and proactively influences University-wide Title IX planning, monitoring, reporting, grievance procedures, education, prevention, and training efforts.
The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in adult education, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, law/legal studies, or a related field.
Required Work Experience:
Three years of professional experience post-Bachelor's degree.
Demonstrated professional experience related to Title IX. This could include serving as the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator, investigating Title IX complaints, serving as a hearing officer or advisor, or contributing to the creation of an institution's Title IX policy.
Demonstrated experience in managing complaints, conducting investigations, and/or effectively resolving cases in areas such as student conduct, legal offices, law enforcement, or related fields.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:
- Office Environment
- Bending
- Moving
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Driving
- Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Master's Degree from an accredited institution in adult education, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, law/legal studies, or a related field.
Professional Title IX Coordinator experience.
Experience with committees and teams to achieve complex goals and projects.
Title IX Certification from ATIXA, Grand River Solutions, NACUA, or equivalent.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Oversee Title IX compliance, including complaint investigations; review and implementation of related policies and grievance procedures; education and prevention efforts; responsible employee training; and skill-specific training for investigators and conduct case managers.
Serve as the central point of coordination for Title IX compliance among University offices, including the main campus, Grand Rapids campuses, and all statewide locations; serve as Deputy Title IX coordinator; and serve on committees with responsibilities related to Title IX.
Meet and communicate regularly with Deputy Title IX Coordinator and partners in Athletics, Human Resources, Equal Opportunity, Extended and International Operations, and Student Life.
Communicate with the Department of Public Safety regarding Title IX obligations and serve as a resource on Title IX matters.
Executes the University’s response to alleged Title IX violations promptly, including conducting intake meetings, assigning or conducting investigations, overseeing the implementation of formal and informal resolution procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and University policy, and ensuring a fair and neutral process for all involved.
Meet with parties to provide information regarding available resources, interim measures, and reporting and resolution options, and respond appropriately.
Review resolutions of all Title IX-related complaints to ensure the response took effective action to end the discrimination, prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects.
Maintain a record-keeping system to organize and manage disclosures, and compile and review records and data related to disclosures.
Serve as a Campus Security Authority and Responsible Employee as defined by Clery and Title IX.
Work with the Anti-violence Alliance and other university offices to develop and implement Title IX prevention and education programs including bystander intervention training and other primary prevention workshops and campaigns.
Work with the Anti-Violence Alliance and other university offices to conduct a biannual campus-wide climate survey to assess the university community’s overall understanding of harassment and gender-based violence; to identify trends and barriers that are counterproductive to a respectful, violence-free environment; and to customize training programs to eliminate the conduct and its effects on the well-being of the campus community. Identify areas of risk and/or trends and coordinates efforts to effectively address.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Title IX law, regulations, and regulatory guidance, as well as best practices. Complete annual training as required by Title IX. If not already certified in Title IX, must become certified within three months of hire.
Serve on the Behavioral Review Team and provide case management for each disclosed Title IX incident.
Develop and maintain content for the University Title IX webpage.
Coordinate and design the Title IX section of the online student orientation platform. Provide periodic and annual reports as appropriate.
Demonstrated understanding and support of the University’s mission, vision, and core values.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Operate a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check and will meet the driving authorization requirements throughout the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
Perform any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organizational, administrative, conflict resolution, and collaboration skills.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills with an emphasis on education and training for a variety of constituencies, including students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent and mature judgment, maintain objectivity, and safeguard confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision to manage multiple tasks and an ongoing and complex caseload of Title IX incidents and complaints.
Must have a sense of urgency in approaching responsibilities in light of Title IX law and guidance.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing).
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents:
Unofficial Transcript 2
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of the unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in adult education, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, law/legal studies or related field.
The transcript must include: the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Attach a copy of the unofficial transcript of a Master's Degree from an accredited institution in adult education, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, law/legal studies, or a related field.
The transcript must include: institution name, applicant name, date the degree was attained, and degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY: Applications should include a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. All applicants must also complete a full application on the Ferris website at Title IX Coordinator Administrator. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will begin immediately. Harris Search Associates is assisting Ferris State University for this search. Please contact Eric Christ, Senior Consultant (
[email protected], cell: 614-800-9974) for further details. Phone: 614-798-8500.
Initial Application Review Date:
August 31, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:
Yes
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
