Job Description

Position Title: Education Specialist, Title IX Coordinator

Reports To: Education Associate, Policy Liason

Description of Position:

The Education Specialist – Title IX Coordinator position serves as a statewide resource within the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), providing specialized support, technical assistance, training, and compliance monitoring related to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Additionally, this position coordinates statewide efforts to support school districts and charter schools in understanding and implementing applicable Title IX athletics requirements. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance and professional learning, collecting and analyzing statewide athletics participation and expenditure data, monitoring compliance-related reporting requirements, and identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

The Education Specialist collaborates with school districts, charter schools, the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA), and other stakeholders to promote consistent application of established policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance. The position supports the review, coordination, and updating of Title IX athletics-related guidance documents, model policies, and resources to reflect applicable federal and state requirements. Through data analysis, stakeholder engagement, training, and technical support, this position advances DDOE efforts to promote equitable opportunities and strengthen accountability.

Major Responsibilities:

Training and Professional Development

• Coordinate and deliver annual Title IX training for district and charter school Title IX Coordinators, administrators, athletic directors, and coaches.
• Provide training materials, guidance documents, and professional learning resources.
• Maintain records of training participation and professional learning activities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and recommend improvements.

Technical Assistance and Consultation

• Provide non-legal technical assistance to school districts and charter schools.
• Disseminate guidance documents, best practices, model policies, and compliance resources that support compliance with Title IX and state law.
• Respond to routine inquiries from educators, administrators, athletic directors, and school Title IX Coordinators with non-legal questions related to Title IX.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Collect, review, validate, and analyze statewide data related to athletics participation, budgets, and expenditures.
• Monitor submission timelines and provide support to schools regarding reporting requirements.
• Monitor trends and identify potential disparities in participation opportunities, resources, facilities, travel, equipment, and coaching support.
• Develop reports and data summaries to inform decision-making and compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with DIAA staff to improve data collection systems and reporting processes.

Policy Coordinator and Compliance Support

• Review and coordinate updates to existing model Title IX policies, nondiscrimination procedures, complaint protocols, and related guidance documents to maintain alignment with applicable federal and state requirements.
• Monitor changes to federal and state laws, regulations, guidance, and emerging practices related to Title IX athletics compliance and communicate relevant updates to Department staff and educational stakeholders.
• Collaborate with appropriate Department personnel and subject matter experts to review, revise, and disseminate Title IX athletics-related policies, procedures, guidance documents, and compliance resources.
• Provide non-legal technical assistance and recommendations to school districts and charter schools regarding implementation of established Title IX policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain current policy resources, guidance materials, and related documentation to support consistent understanding and application of Title IX requirements statewide.
• Assist school districts and charter schools in identifying opportunities for improvement and coordinating corrective actions or improvement strategies to address identified compliance concerns.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a liaison between Delaware public schools and federal agencies regarding Title IX guidance and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate with school districts, charter schools, and DIAA staff to support equitable athletics programs.
• Participate in statewide committees, workgroups, and professional organizations related to educational equity and athletics.

Reporting and Accountability

• Prepare and publish an annual statewide Title IX Athletics Compliance Report by December 1 each year.
• Summarize training activities, technical assistance provided, data analyses, findings, and recommendations for improvement.
• Present findings and recommendations to Department leadership and other stakeholders as needed.

Essential Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Administration, Sports Management, Public Policy, Law, Social Sciences, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in education, educational administration, compliance monitoring, athletics administration, equity initiatives, policy implementation or coordination, or related work.
• Experience with Title IX compliance, civil rights compliance, or athletics administration preferred.
• Experience with coordinating and delivering professional development programs preferred.
• Experience conducting data analysis and preparing public reports preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in using Microsoft Office Suite, specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word.

Skills:

• Knowledge of Title IX requitements and their application to educational programs and athletics.
• Knowledge of public education systems, school operations, and athletics administration.
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies, and guidance documents.
• Strong data analysis, research, and reporting skills.
• Ability to coordinate and deliver professional learning programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with data management systems, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and to excel at multi-tasking without sacrificing attention to detail.
• Must be proficient in performing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Must be skilled in setting priorities, working under pressure, and working in collaboration with others.
• Must understand the Department's organizational aims and objectives.
• Must be experienced in exercising discretion and confidentiality in all professional duties.

Salary:

Salary Range: $88,912.80-$140,905.44 annually. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's education and experience in accordance with the Department of Education's compensation policy. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the state retirement program, annual, sick, and personal leave, and supplemental benefits options. Direct deposit of payroll checks is a condition of state employment, and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment.

Notes:

A criminal background check is required. The successful candidate must demonstrate during the interview process an understanding of diversity, educational equity and multicultural education. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The selected candidate should expect to perform any other related activities needed to deliver the position's key duties and responsibilities and follow any other instructions as defined by his/her supervisor.

The Delaware Department of Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices or educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran's status or any other legally protected category. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resource Office, 401 Federal Street, Suite 2, Dover, DE 19901. Phone: 302-735-4030.