Executive Director of Student Affairs​/Title IX Coordinator

Position: Executive Director of Student Affairs / Title IX Coordinator (0130)
Location: Justin

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title:
Executive Director of Student Affairs / Title IX Coordinator (0130)

Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports to:
General Counsel

Pay Grade: A55

Duty Days: 235

Dept./School:
Superintendent's Office

Date Revised: 01/2026

Primary Purpose:

Coordinates the District's formal complaint process for student/parent complaints, serves as an investigator and hearing officer, and assists in facilitating informal resolution to resolve conflict.

Coordinates and facilitates the District's compliance with Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Develops and implements educational programs regarding discrimination and sexual harassment prevention, ensuring faculty, staff and students understand their rights and, where applicable, responsibilities under the law.

Oversees and coordinates investigations, responses, and resolutions to student/parent complaints.

Supports campus and District-level investigators and decision-makers in complaint resolution.

Collaborates with campus and District leadership to identify and address systemic problems.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or equivalent in education, school administration, law, or related field

Administrator Certification for Texas Public Schools preferred

Experience:

Minimum of two years of experience in a role that includes conducting formal or informal investigations, responding to stakeholder complaints, or conflict resolution

Experience as a campus administrator preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Complaint Processes:

Coordinates with campus and central administrators in conducting investigations, responding to complaints, and addressing appeals, including Title IX complaints and formal complaints of students/parents, as needed.

Coordinates District complaint activities, including the tracking of all formal student/parent complaints.

Complaint Response:

Serves as the hearing officer for formal student/parent complaints filed pursuant to District policies.

Provides written responses to formal complaints and investigations, as well as review and provide feedback on administrator's written responses.

Drafts responses to administrative agency complaints regarding complaint investigations, including complaints filed with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and the U.S. Department of Education - Office for Civil Rights (OCR), as assigned.

Investigates allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and Title IX sexual harassment, as assigned.

General Responsibilities:

Serves as the District Title IX Coordinator and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Designs and facilitates training of District staff regarding processes for responding to and processing complaints and conducting investigations.

Tracks and analyzes data and trends regarding complaints; makes recommendations regarding potential changes to District policies or practices based on identified patterns and concerns.

Reviews District policies related to received parent/student complaints and makes recommendations as appropriate.

Provides support to campuses and departments toward informal conflict resolution.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Required

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and District policy regarding complaints and anti-discrimination policies.

• Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in areas of expertise.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Advanced technical writing skills

• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops to employees, students, and community.

• Conflict resolution or mediation skills.

• Ability to provide effective and appropriate advice to all levels within the school community.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

• Ability to maintain a positive relationship with school personnel, parents, and community.

• Ability to operate calmly and effectively under stressful conditions.

• Ability to investigate and analyze claims and evidence.

• Advanced analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills.

• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.

• Ability to maintain commitment to quality in repetitive processes and to a detail-oriented execution of cyclical work flow.

• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

• Skill in examining and improving operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.

• Knowledge of current and emerging legislation, issues, and trends as appropriate to the position.

Equipment Used: Personal computer, printer, copier, calculator, and fax machine

Working Conditions:

This position requires occasional prolonged and irregular hours, frequent interruptions, and occasional stressful conditions. The position requires repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computer. The…