Vice President-Exec Mgt

Profile

836490

Work type:

Executive Management

Major Administrative Unit / College:

Ofc Civil Rights And Title 9 Ed And Comp

Department:

Civil Rights And Title Ix Educ And Comp 40001071

Sub Area:

FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary:

Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location:

East Lansing

Categories:

Administrative/Business/Professional, Executive Management, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union

Working/Functional Title

VP, Office of Civil Rights & Title IX Coordinator

Position Summary

Michigan State University (MSU) seeks an experienced, highly collaborative, and strategic leader to fill the role of Vice President for Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator (VP). This is a newly elevated (to Vice President) and imagined position that is central to the strategic goals of the university to create a safe and welcoming campus environment for all. As leader of the Office for Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance, the VP is responsible for leading MSU’s civil rights and Title IX compliance and efforts to cultivate a campus community that is free of discrimination and harassment. This includes oversight of the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE); the Prevention, Outreach and Education Office (POE); the Resolution Office; the Office of Support and Equity; the Equity Review Officer (appeals), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Section 504 Coordinator. The VP and their team coordinate with internal and external entities that provide crisis and advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault and relationship violence, as well as those impacted by discrimination and harassment and potential retaliation based on several protected categories.

The VP reports directly to the President of the University and leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive and robust approach to broad-ranging civil rights and Title IX issues with a trauma-informed approach. The ideal individual will have in-depth experience working in civil rights compliance in higher education with a strong track record of collaboration and forging relationships across an organization. The newly appointed VP should have demonstrated experience with campus engagement, a transparent communication style, strong supervisory experience, and a track record of impactful leadership while driving Title IX and civil rights compliance initiatives in a large, fast-moving, complex academic and regulatory environment. In addition, the VP should be open to engaging with the media as well as internal and external stakeholders around a variety of complex issues. This is a pivotal moment in MSU’s history, and the VP will have the unparalleled opportunity for impact not only on campus, but within the region, and among Big Ten peers and beyond. The VP will be required to have a relevant advanced degree and demonstrated knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to civil rights, Title IX, complaint resolution, and grievance procedures with a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Vice President provides direct supervision to 9 staff members and approximately 40 additional staff housed within areas in the VP’s purview: the Office for Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance (OCR); the Resolution Office; the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE); the Equity Review Officer; and the Prevention, Outreach, and Education Department (POE); as well as the Office of the ADA/Section 504 Coordinator. Due to the broad areas of oversight, the VP must have an understanding of intersectionality, identity, and a trauma-informed approach to decision-making. As the area continually strives for excellence and pushes to stay ahead of best practices in the field, the VP will serve as a strategic leader in ensuring that the policies, systems, processes, and resources of the Office are adapted to the campus’ evolving needs. The VP will be the face of the Office and a strong spokesperson and advocate for their team both internally and externally. They will have strong communications support to enable proactive initiatives as well as to respond to issues as they arise. The VP should be data-driven with the ability to work with their team to collect and analyze information and then implement findings according to best practices. This will inform the strategic visioning of the area’s processes and policies to lead the institution in civil rights work.

The VP will bring a strong commitment to relationship building and collaboration as their areas of oversight are bridges to nearly every other office and department on campus. They interface with faculty, staff, and students and external community members and will develop a knowledge of the greater campus community to be effective in their work. There is a culture of collaboration and collegiality in the Michigan State community, and the Vice President will need to demonstrate transparent communication and an excitement around this collaboration to be successful in the role.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• A J.D., Master’s, or another relevant advanced degree;

• A demonstrated ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with cross-functional teams in a timely manner;

• Significant knowledge of and experience in Title IX compliance, investigation, and prevention efforts in a university setting;

• Proven ability to provide thought leadership to transform and/or enhance institutional approaches to Title IX;

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret non-discrimination laws and regulations, including Title IX, sexual harassment, ADA, and other applicable laws and regulations, and experience in complaint resolution, investigations, and grievance processes;

• Proven commitment to collaboration and student support;

• Experience overseeing a large and multi-functional team;

• Exceptional critical thinking skills;

• A strong communicator who can convey the University’s stance on Title IX compliance to internal and external groups;

• Ability to be a front-facing administrator both internal and external to the institution;

• Demonstrated responsible fiscal management to enable goals;

• Crisis management experience and the ability to provide intellectual and emotional leadership, bringing communities together during challenging and sometimes high-profile circumstances;

• A demonstrated professional history in successful and progressively responsible administrative roles; experience in strategic planning, program assessment, and policy development;

• Proficiency with Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA), and other related policies and laws;

• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead staff and effectively prioritize multiple projects;

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce;

• Exceptional interpersonal skills;

• Commitment to the highest ethical and integrity standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters

Desired Degree

Doctorate -J.D. or another relevant advanced degree

Minimum Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• A J.D., Master’s, or another relevant advanced degree;

• A demonstrated ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with cross-functional teams in a timely manner;

• Significant knowledge of and experience in Title IX compliance, investigation, and prevention efforts in a university setting;

• Proven ability to provide thought leadership to transform and/or enhance institutional approaches to Title IX;

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to interpret non-discrimination laws and regulations, including Title IX, sexual harassment, ADA, and other applicable laws and regulations, and experience in complaint resolution, investigations, and grievance processes;

• Proven commitment to collaboration and student support;

• Experience overseeing a large and multi-functional team;

• Exceptional critical thinking skills;

• A strong communicator who can convey the University’s stance on Title IX compliance to internal and external groups;

• Ability to be a front-facing administrator both internal and external to the institution;

• Demonstrated responsible fiscal management to enable goals;

• Crisis management experience and the ability to provide intellectual and emotional leadership, bringing communities together during challenging and sometimes high-profile circumstances;

• A demonstrated professional history in successful and progressively responsible administrative roles; experience in strategic planning, program assessment, and policy development;

• Proficiency with Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA), and other related policies and laws;

• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead staff and effectively prioritize multiple projects;

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce;

• Exceptional interpersonal skills;

• Commitment to the highest ethical and integrity standards.

Required Application Materials

CV

Cover Letter

Together-we-will Statement

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

Special Instructions

Michigan State University has retained the national executive search firm Isaacson, Miller to assist in this search. All inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications should be sent in confidence to:

Rebecca Kennedy, Partner (she/her)

Melissa DePretto Behan, Senior Associate (she/her)

Cortnee Bollard, Senior Search Coordinator (they/them)

Isaacson, Miller

Boston, Massachusetts

https://www.imsearch.com/search-detail/S8-718

Review of Applications Begins On

01/20/2023

Website

https://civilrights.msu.edu/index.html

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised:

Dec 22, 2022

Eastern Standard Time

Applications close:

Dec 22, 2024

Eastern Standard Time

Company info

Michigan State University
Website : http://www.msu.edu