Director, Title IX and Student Conduct

Salary : $129,081.00 - $171,548.00 Annually
Location : Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, CA
Job Type: Classified Management
Job Number: OM-004-27
Division: Orange Coast College
Department: Admin/Facilities
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 12/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition

(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)

Orange Coast College (OCC) is seeking equity-minded individuals for a classified management role as a Director, Title IX & Student Conduct under the Student Services Wing, under the Dean, Student Relations & Title IX.

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Student Relations & Title IX Office advances Orange Coast College's commitment to equity, safety, accountability, and student success through the administration of Title IX compliance, student grievance and complaint resolution processes, disability-related access and accommodations, and behavioral intervention efforts. Through education, collaboration, and equitable processes, the office promotes a safe and supportive campus environment free from discrimination, harassment, and violence.

Core areas of responsibility include:

• Title IX Administration: Oversees compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, coordinates the resolution of sexual misconduct complaints, and supports prevention education and awareness initiatives, including Relationship Violence Awareness Month, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and campus-wide training.
• Complaint Resolution & Grievances: Administers processes for student service complaints, grade grievances, and other student concerns, promoting fair, consistent, and transparent resolution in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• ADA/504 Coordination & Housing Accommodations: Serves as the College's ADA/Section 504 Coordinator and collaborates with campus partners to facilitate disability-related access and accommodations, including student housing accommodations.
• Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT): Chairs and coordinates the College's multidisciplinary team to assess concerning student behavior, facilitate appropriate interventions and referrals, and promote student well-being and campus safety.
• Prevention Education & Training: Develops and facilitates educational programs, workshops, and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to promote awareness of campus policies, individual rights and responsibilities, and available resources.

The Dean of Students at Orange Coast College provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and direction for programs and services that promote student development, engagement, well-being, accountability, and success. The position plays a critical role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive campus environment while advancing the College's mission and commitment to student-centered educational excellence.

The Dean serves as an advocate for students, provides leadership in addressing complex student concerns, oversees student support and engagement functions, and collaborates with campus leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners to strengthen the overall student experience.

Core areas of responsibility include:

• Student Conduct and Accountability: Provide leadership and oversight of student conduct, disciplinary processes, behavioral intervention, and conflict resolution. Ensure fair, consistent, and educationally grounded application of College policies and procedures.
• Student Life, Leadership, and Engagement: Oversee student life programs, student government (ASOCC), leadership development, campus activities, and co-curricular engagement. Promote student involvement, belonging, and a vibrant campus community.
• Housing & Residential Education: Provide administrative leadership and coordination of student support resources for on-campus housing programs and other specialized support programs. Advocate for students experiencing personal or behavioral challenges.
• Orange Coast College Bookstore: Oversee the OCC Bookstore management company, Barnes & Noble.
• Children's Center: Oversee OCC Children's Center, where parent-students receive childcare support and services while completing their educational goals.
• Administrative Leadership and Operational Oversight: Provide supervision, strategic planning, budget management, policy development, and assessment for assigned departments and programs. Lead initiatives that improve service delivery, strengthen institutional effectiveness, and advance student success. Partner with campus departments to promote safety, institutional compliance, and effective intervention.

Summary
Leads, directs, and coordinates the College's Title IX and Student Conduct-related caseload. This role is instrumental in fostering a safe, productive, and equitable environment necessary for student achievement and success. Serves as the primary investigator in Title IX, student conduct, and other related areas as requested.

Distinguishing Career Features
The Director, Title IX and Student Conduct provides integral student services through operational leadership and accountability of administrative procedures, systems, and practices related to student rights and responsibilities, including student conduct/disciplinary procedures, behavioral intervention and support, and resolution of grievances, appeals, and complaints. The Director is a management position which is part of a comprehensive student services wing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties may vary among departments, divisions, and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties, as assigned:

• Investigates and adjudicates assigned Title IX cases, investigations, and student conduct cases, ensuring processes, procedures, and the necessary referral of resources are met per Coast Community College District Board Policies and Administrative Procedures, primarily but not limited to, AP 5500 Student Code of Conduct, AP 5910 Sexual Misconduct, Title 5, Clery Act requirements, and California Education Code. Follows up, communicates, and meets with impacted students.
• Leads case management and assignment of all Title IIX-relatedinquiries and investigations, student conduct, and behavioral incident reports submitted through behavioral intervention software systems such as Maxient or similar systems, and/or reported to the Dean of Students and Title IX Offices.
• Responsible for managing the student conduct and behavioral intervention software system, Maxient or similar system, which includes the updates and modifications of all correspondence letters to students and stakeholders. Implements training for professional and paraprofessional staff using Maxient or similar system. Participates in Behavioral Intervention Team meetings, Chairs meetings as assigned, and follows up on cases as appropriate.
• Works closely and in conjunction with related institutional entities, including, but not limited to, the Dean of Title IX & Student Relations, Dean of Students, Office of Campus Safety, Housing & Residential Education Office, and The Harbour management group, Accessibility Resource Center, Student Health Center, and all Instructional Division Offices, including Deans and Faculty, to ensure student safety, security, and well-maintained communication regarding student conduct matters.
• Serves as an active member of the Clery Compliance Team; assists with identifying Clery reportable crimes; assists the Office of Campus Safety with the development of the Annual Security Report.
• Submits quarterly reports to the appropriate offices, including Dean of Title IX and Student Relations and Dean of Students, which includes, but not limited to, detailed analytics of cases, program effectiveness, strategic planning indicators are met, and continuous improvement updates.
• Supports the development of Student Conduct and Title IX Program Reviews, Mid-Term Reviews, Administrative Unit Outcomes (AUO's), and Student Learning Outcomes (SLO's), and strategic planning and ensuring benchmarks are met in a timely manner.
• Oversees and maintains compliance with student rights and responsibilities policies and administrative procedures and practices. Remains current on all regulatory and compliance standards related to area of responsibility. Analyzes and advises the College on compliance and regulatory interpretation within the area of responsibility.
• Investigates, develops, reports, and presents investigation findings and recommendations for corrective action to administration as appropriate. Identifies opportunities for systemic corrective action, recommends changes to policies or operational practices and/or implementation of training to reduce recurrence of complaints.
• Independently formulates plans, processes, and timetables to conduct accurate, complete, and thorough investigations within the specific timeframes and standards articulated in the California Community College policies and procedures or applicable laws.
• Reviews, interprets, analyzes, and evaluates witness statements, documents, and other evidence collected during the investigation.
• Oversees and maintains Title IX grievance and student conduct-related case files, disposition reports, and other records.
• Prepares comprehensive, accurate, factual and analytical investigative reports for management and/or legal counsel; prepares and presents annual report to college administration and the Board of Trustees.