GRADE LEVEL: 16

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Education, Counseling, Human Resources, Social Work, Labor Relations, or a related field; preferred, Bachelors Degree is required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• A minimum of 3 years of successful educational experience in a school district or private school setting; preferred.
• Background in Diversity, Cultural Competencies, Equity, and Inclusion; preferred.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative; preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community including staff, parents, community members, and the Board of Education.
• Ability to demonstrate a predisposition to use a collaborative approach to problem solving while still accepting the responsibility for administrative decisions.
• Ability to maintain and model a high level of confidentiality in all investigatory matters.
• Must possess:
  • A high degree of integrity and a strong sense of purpose.
  • Skills in problem solving, ability to exercise sound judgment, ability to use discretion, and maintain professionalism.
  • A strong ability to work independently; be a self-starter.
  • Expertise, experience, and/or practical knowledge in crisis management and restorative practices.
• Must possess the ability to address inequities related to services such as:
  • 504 Plans
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
  • Restorative Practices
  • Classroom Learning Centers
  • 1st Class Educators
  • DEI Initiatives
  • Discipline Initiatives
  • Attendance Initiatives
• Must have conflict resolution and/or mediation skills.
• Experience developing strategies that address cultural awareness, engagement, and belonging with staff and students.
• Ability to provide leadership and expertise to the District Administration Team.
• Ability to work with building level supports to enhance student groups, activities, and organizations that may increase student access and/or student attendance.
• Ability to develop and implement short and long-range plans and report progress.
• Ability to evaluate current DEI initiatives while seeking ways to create new strategies/initiatives.
• An effective listener with the ability to engage in productive and respectful conversations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Skyward, Google, etc.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License.

• Develops, implements, coordinates, and conducts educational programs and initiatives designed to educate and support DPS staff and students regarding their rights and, where applicable, obligations under Title IX, including reporting options/responsibilities, support services, district policy, and applicable disciplinary code, grievance procedures, confidential resources, etc.
• Ensures that the district’s harassment and discrimination policies are included in any publication that sets forth the rules and standards of conduct for the school district, such as in student and staff handbooks, and that copies of the complaint procedures and any related forms are available in each district building and school buildings for students, parents, staff, and others who allege discrimination or discriminatory harassment.
• Assists the Title IX Coordinator & Grievance Complaint Manager in responding to students, parents, staff, administrators, and others who report suspicion of Title IX violations, sex discrimination, or sexual harassment and assists in assigning complaint investigators.
• Serves as a Title IX Investigator and/or Grievance Complaint Coordinator for the District.
• Oversees, coordinates, and ensures investigations of reports and complaints of Title IX misconduct are adequate, reliable, timely, confidential, and impartial; reviews proposed sanctions for Title IX misconduct with the district’s Title IX Coordinator before they are imposed to ensure that they are reasonably calculated to stop the misconduct and prevent its recurrence.
• Assists the Director of Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator to ensure building administrators, investigators, adjudicators, and those involved in processing Title IX complaints are adequately trained in compliance with Title IX guidance and provides on going support.
• Develops a working knowledge of current laws, regulations, and guidelines related to discrimination and harassment in public schools and monitors the district’s compliance.
• Ensures compliance with Title IX by collecting and analyzing data, writing comprehensive reports, and maintaining records of investigations.
• Communicates with local law enforcement and government agencies to ensure reports are handled appropriately and in a timely manner; coordinates with local victim advocacy organizations and service providers.
• In response to the District’s Resolution on Racism, serves as the primary subject matter expert and is key in promoting and creating opportunities that promote inclusion, equity, social justice, diversity, and belonging. Serves as an advocate on all matters of diversity, equity, inclusion, and restorative.
• Engages in recruitment and retention activities that are DEI focused and manages employee resource groups and efforts that foster increased employee engagement and sense of belonging.
• Participates in yearly local, national, and/or regional professional opportunities when feasible on relevant subject matter, such as Title IX, DEI, restorative practices, conflict resolution, etc.
• Researches current trends and best practices for the delivery of cultural awareness that will ultimately lead to cultural competency.
• Assists in cultivating a work environment that values diversity at all levels in the District and ensuring district practices and policies adhere to contractual language and federal and state policies, including hiring, evaluation, and retention.
• Serves as a resource for Building Administrators and consults with members of the District Leadership Team regarding policies, procedures, curriculum, and practices that impact cultural responsibilities.
• Responsible for assisting with and/or implementing professional learning experiences for all District Staff as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, cultural competency, and restorative practices.
• Analyzes information and data necessary to assist the District in becoming more diverse in curriculum, staffing, enrollment, professional development/programs, etc.
• Monitors and provides timely reports to the Director of Human Resources, Superintendent, and Board of Education on progress toward district goals in Title IX compliance and DEI.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Board of Education, Superintendent, or Director of Human Resources.