Director Title IX Coordinator

AUSTIN ISD JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR TITLE IX COORDINATOR FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: CAD 3 DUTY DAYS: 226 DATE REVISED: 10/13/2026 HC FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY OR FULLY FUNDED THROUGH LOCAL AND/OR GRANT SOURCES. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IN GRANT-FUNDED POSITIONS IS CONTINGENT UPON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. A Master's degree or JD is preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of experience working on Title IX matters, including investigations, report writing, and compliance is required. Prior experience as a Title IX Coordinator and/or a Juris Doctor degree is preferred. Fluency in Spanish is notable. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of the Title IX regulations and guidance. They must understand the interplay between Title IX and other legal frameworks including the Texas Education Code, Texas Administrative Code, UIL regulations, AISD board policies and procedures, and any other applicable laws and regulations. The incumbent must be skilled in conducting and overseeing impartial investigations and resolutions, interpreting legal standards, implementing policy, and developing training programs. The role requires excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills; cultural responsiveness; and the ability to manage confidential information with the highest degree of professionalism. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to act independently, objectively, and free from conflicts of interest. While the position will be administratively located within the Office of the General Counsel for operational support and supervision, the individual must function with professional autonomy. JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: This position is responsible for the district's compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX") and related federal and state nondiscrimination laws. This includes monitoring the overall implementation of Title IX for the district, providing leadership and coordination for prompt, equitable, and impartial responses to complaints and/or grievances involving

sex-based

discrimination,

sexual

harassment,

and

retaliation

related

to

students

and

employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Serve

as

the

district's

Title

IX

designee

as

required

by

federal

law.

Maintain

independent

authority

and

impartiality

in

implementing

Title

IX,

including

decision-making

on

case administration.

Oversee

all

Title

IX

complaints,

including

intake,

supportive

measures,

investigations,

informal

resolutions,

and

hearings,

if applicable, in a fair and timely manner.

Ensure

that

all

parties,

complainants

and

respondents,

are

notified

of

their

rights

and

responsibilities

under

Title

IX,

and

of the district's policies and procedures.

Monitor

district

compliance

with

Title

IX

notice,

publication,

training,

and

grievance

procedures.

Collaborate

with

Talent

Strategy

and

campus

administrators

regarding

investigations,

interim

measures,

remedies,

and disciplinary action when appropriate.

Conduct

and

coordinate

regular

training

for

employees,

administrators,

and

students

regarding

Title

IX

rights, responsibilities, and processes.

Lead

the

development

and

maintenance

of

Title

IX

related

policies,

procedures,

and

educational

matters.

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Stay

current

on

changes

in

law

and

OCR

guidance

related

to

Title

IX

and

other

nondiscrimination

statutes;

recommend updates to district policy as needed.

Coordinate

responses

to

investigations

and

inquiries

from

the

Office

of

Civil

Rights

("OCR"),

Texas

Education

Agency ("TEA"), and other federal and state agencies.

Track,

analyze,

and

report

data

related

to

Title

IX

complaints

and

resolutions;

maintain

accurate,

secure,

and

confidential case files as required by law.

Ensure

publication

and

accessibility

of

all

required

Title

IX

notices

on

district

websites

and

in

district

facilities.

Supervise

and

support

internal

investigators

involved

in

Title

IX

investigations.

Develop,

implement,

and

coordinate

equitable

processes

for

alternative

resolutions,

accommodations,

and

supportive measures.

Provide

training

and

guidance

on

timely

topics

related

to

Title

IX,

which

may

include

district-wide,

school,

or

small-group training.

Attend

and

participate

in

grievance

hearings,

board

meetings,

and

other

proceedings

involving

Title

IX.

Provide

reports

and

updates

to

the

General

Counsel

and/or

Superintendent

on

Title

IX

matters,

trends,

and

compliance efforts.

Maintain

all

required

records

pursuant

to

federal

and

state

law.

Provide

an

exceptional

customer

experience

for

all

AISD

stakeholders

with

intentional

and

professional practices

that promote a culture of respect. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; Extensive walking may occur, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Standard office setting Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIP This position reports directly to the appropriate supervisor of the department. Incumbent will have contact with other Austin ISD personnel. The Austin Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or

local

laws.

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Date:

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