We have partnered with a higher-education Boston-based institution that is looking to bring on an Attorney with a focus on Title IX legal matters. This is integral when it comes to the team's Equity Policy and Process, which prohibits identity-based discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. The Equity Team is part of the Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, which leads the College’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts through services, consultation, and leadership at the individual, programmatic, and institutional levels of the institution.

Duties and Qualifications include:

• Investigations and Case Management: Serve as lead equity and Title IX investigator. Conduct fair, thorough, and impartial investigations of complaints, including of sexual misconduct, intimate partner violence, stalking and identity-based discrimination and harassment.
• Prevention and Compliance Management: Collaborate with other deputies in Berklee & equity system as appropriate to achieve equity goals. Provide consultation and information regarding Title IX, VAWA, Title VII, and other relevant civil rights statutes to all involved parties. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Title IX Office as required, which may include conducting intake, resource referrals, providing supportive measures, conduct internal screenings, collaborating on programming and training and updating materials.
• Area Knowledge and Expertise: Stay informed about current state and federal law in the field of higher education and employment related to sexual misconduct, harassment and other discriminatory practices that violate Title IX, VAWA, Title VII, and/or other relevant civil rights statutes.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Master's degree in law, student affairs, higher education, social work, counseling, criminal justice, human resources or related field preferred. Relevant certifications a plus.
  Knowledge, training, and 3+ years’ progressive experience related to Title IX, VAWA, Title VII, employment law, sexual misconduct and/or intimate partner violence, employee relations, and other relevant civil rights statutes. Familiarity with MCAD, EEOC, or other similar state and federal agencies.