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Director of Title IX & Clery Compliance

University of North Carolina Wilmington

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May 10, 2026

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Wilmington, North Carolina

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Director of Title IX & Clery Compliance

Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life-creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, youll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range: Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Vacancy Number: E1540
Competency Level:
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Title IX and Clery Compliance - 40040
Division: Chancellor - 25000 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The Office of Title IX and Clery Compliance is committed to the equitable treatment of all persons and transparency of campus safety information. Through educational programming and resources, professional development, statistical information, and campus-wide collaboration, the office fosters a safe environment for all students, faculty and staff free of gender discrimination and harassment for all campus community members, regardless of sexual orientation, sex, and other protected classes.

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University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Director of Title IX and Clery Compliance serves as a leader responsible for ensuring the University's compliance with Title IX, the Clery Act, and other related regulatory requirements, while advancing a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources and EEO Officer, this role provides strategic oversight, institutional accountability, and campus-wide coordination across prevention, response, compliance, and reporting functions, and leads the Office of Title IX and Clery Compliance in alignment with University strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Serves as the University's designated Title IX Coordinator and Chief Clery Compliance Officer, providing senior institutional leadership and accountability.
Oversees and implements comprehensive compliance with Title IX, the Clery Act, and other related federal and state regulations (including VAWA, Campus SaVE, Stop Campus Hazing Act, ADA/Section 504, OSHA, and Title VII) for the University, including the D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy (DCVPA) which is an affiliated K-8 lab school.
Ensures the University's response to reports of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and related concerns is prompt, equitable, thorough, and legally compliant.
Administers and enforces Title IX and gender-based misconduct policies; oversees grievance processes, informal resolutions, sanctions review, and supportive measures, including pregnancy-related accommodations.
Leads compliance monitoring, risk assessment, auditing, documentation, and corrective action planning across applicable regulatory areas.
Serves as, or collaborates with, the institutional custodian of Title IX and related misconduct records, ensuring confidentiality, proper retention, and audit readiness.
Oversees all Clery Act-mandated disclosures, including the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, crime statistics, and campus safety notifications; presents required reports to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.
Collaborates extensively with campus and external stakeholders, including Office of General Counsel, Human Resources, Office of the Dean of Students, CARE Office, Housing and Residential Life, Athletics, Campus Police, Employee Relations, DCVPA, and other departments.
Provides strategic leadership for the Office of Title IX and Clery Compliance, including planning aligned with University priorities, budget oversight, and supervision of professional and administrative staff.
Supports and strengthens a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus culture through education, prevention, training, and campus wide collaboration.
Participates in other related projects as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and five years of program related experience, including work in employment law, EO/AA, Title VII and Title IX investigations, and participation in developing and/or implementing training programs; or Master's degree in related field and three years of experience as described above. All degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
Experience conducting workplace and/or school-based investigations, preferably including allegations of bias-based conduct and/or sexual misconduct.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills with an emphasis on education and training for a variety of campus constituents.
Ability to remain impartial, provide appropriate and clear documentation to support all investigative conclusions, exercise good judgment while managing sensitive issues, maintain confidentiality, work under multiple deadlines and time-sensitive timelines, and collaborate collegially and effectively with diverse constituents, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff.
Ability to analyze data and interpret and apply federal, state, and university policy.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Juris Doctorate.
Five years' experience managing compliance with Title IX and the Clery Act regulatory requirements in a higher education environment.
Title IX Coordinator and Investigator Training/Certification and Clery Compliance Officer Certification.

Required Certifications or Licensures:
N/A

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days:
Work Hours:
Type of Position: Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited:
Position Number: E1540
Job Posting Date: 05/08/2026
Posting Close Date: 5/29/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Eligibility for Employment:
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39325

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Internal Number: 7145952

About University of North Carolina Wilmington

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

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Director of Title IX & Clery Compliance

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