Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Dean leads the student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts within the Division of Student Affairs. They serve as the student conduct hearing officer for student sexual and related misconduct cases on Fordham’s multiple campuses.

Develops and coordinates student sexual and related misconduct prevention and education efforts and initiatives for students and staff.

Serves as the primary student conduct hearing officer for all cases involving student sexual and related misconduct, utilizing the University’s single adjudicator conduct process.

Ensures a timely, well-documented, and impartial student conduct process, adhering to all relevant New York State and federal laws and regulations.

Collaborates closely with the Deans of Students and Offices of Residential Life to oversee the supervision and assignment of trained Administrative Support Persons (ASPs) for conducting investigations and managing conduct processes.

Conducts education and training programs related to the student sexual and related misconduct process for ASPs, Resident Directors, Resident Assistants, hearing officers, and appeal panels.

Establishes and maintains an accurate tracking system for all student sexual and related misconduct reports, ensuring appropriate follow-up actions, and submits data promptly to the Title IX Coordinator to comply with NYS and federal laws.

Assists in the periodic review and updating of the Fordham Sexual and Related Misconduct Policy and Procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations.

Completes annual required Title IX training to ensure compliance with New York State and federal laws and regulations.

Maintains Student Affairs web pages related to sexual and related misconduct, including Campus Assault and Relationship Education (CARE), CARE Frequently Asked Questions, Actions Against Sexual Violence, and other related webpages.

Administers Fordham’s Sexual and Related Misconduct/Title IX Climate Survey every two years with all students.

Works in close collaboration with the Department of Public Safety, Deans of Students, Residential Life, Title IX Coordinator, Legal Counsel, and other campus stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum of 3 years of related experience in the areas of sexual and related misconduct investigations and/or student conduct.

Demonstrated knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations related to Title IX, Campus SAVE Act, Clery Act, and VAWA.

Advanced degree in higher education or a related field.

Experience in implementing Restorative Justice practices.

Experience in facilitating informal resolutions.

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.