Deborah Howard (She/Her)
Title IX Coordinator at Virginia State University- Claim this Profile
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Darlene J. Harris
Deborah Howard participated in a project for And He Restoreth My Soul Project website. Deborah penned an article about Sex and Human Trafficking, and she exceeded the goal of the site. Our goal is to educate, encourage, and enlighten our readers and Deborah made it her goal to meet those objects. I found Deborah to be pleasant, responsive, and timely. I gladly recommend Deborah Howard, and I look forward to working with her again.
Glenda Breaux
Ms. Howard is the absolute best supervisor I have ever worked for (though she would say " worked with"). Her high standards, tireless commitment, clear communication, fair dealings, and nurturing support have earned my unwavering respect and admiration. She humanizes the work experience without compromising quality or productivity, and is a true anchor and source of calm in the storm of a fast-changing, highly demanding work environment. She's a leader who gives her all and for whom I have never hesitated to give my all in return. She brings out the best in those around her and embodies the level of integrity I once thought had ceased to exist in the education industry (for-profit or otherwise). The privilege of working and serving our students with her has left an indelible mark on my character as an educator. If you ever have the opportunity to be on her team, grasp that golden ring with the assurance that it will pay innumerable dividends immediately and over the long term, for you personally, and for every life she touches.
Darlene J. Harris
Deborah Howard participated in a project for And He Restoreth My Soul Project website. Deborah penned an article about Sex and Human Trafficking, and she exceeded the goal of the site. Our goal is to educate, encourage, and enlighten our readers and Deborah made it her goal to meet those objects. I found Deborah to be pleasant, responsive, and timely. I gladly recommend Deborah Howard, and I look forward to working with her again.
Glenda Breaux
Ms. Howard is the absolute best supervisor I have ever worked for (though she would say " worked with"). Her high standards, tireless commitment, clear communication, fair dealings, and nurturing support have earned my unwavering respect and admiration. She humanizes the work experience without compromising quality or productivity, and is a true anchor and source of calm in the storm of a fast-changing, highly demanding work environment. She's a leader who gives her all and for whom I have never hesitated to give my all in return. She brings out the best in those around her and embodies the level of integrity I once thought had ceased to exist in the education industry (for-profit or otherwise). The privilege of working and serving our students with her has left an indelible mark on my character as an educator. If you ever have the opportunity to be on her team, grasp that golden ring with the assurance that it will pay innumerable dividends immediately and over the long term, for you personally, and for every life she touches.
Darlene J. Harris
Deborah Howard participated in a project for And He Restoreth My Soul Project website. Deborah penned an article about Sex and Human Trafficking, and she exceeded the goal of the site. Our goal is to educate, encourage, and enlighten our readers and Deborah made it her goal to meet those objects. I found Deborah to be pleasant, responsive, and timely. I gladly recommend Deborah Howard, and I look forward to working with her again.
Glenda Breaux
Ms. Howard is the absolute best supervisor I have ever worked for (though she would say " worked with"). Her high standards, tireless commitment, clear communication, fair dealings, and nurturing support have earned my unwavering respect and admiration. She humanizes the work experience without compromising quality or productivity, and is a true anchor and source of calm in the storm of a fast-changing, highly demanding work environment. She's a leader who gives her all and for whom I have never hesitated to give my all in return. She brings out the best in those around her and embodies the level of integrity I once thought had ceased to exist in the education industry (for-profit or otherwise). The privilege of working and serving our students with her has left an indelible mark on my character as an educator. If you ever have the opportunity to be on her team, grasp that golden ring with the assurance that it will pay innumerable dividends immediately and over the long term, for you personally, and for every life she touches.
Darlene J. Harris
Deborah Howard participated in a project for And He Restoreth My Soul Project website. Deborah penned an article about Sex and Human Trafficking, and she exceeded the goal of the site. Our goal is to educate, encourage, and enlighten our readers and Deborah made it her goal to meet those objects. I found Deborah to be pleasant, responsive, and timely. I gladly recommend Deborah Howard, and I look forward to working with her again.
Glenda Breaux
Ms. Howard is the absolute best supervisor I have ever worked for (though she would say " worked with"). Her high standards, tireless commitment, clear communication, fair dealings, and nurturing support have earned my unwavering respect and admiration. She humanizes the work experience without compromising quality or productivity, and is a true anchor and source of calm in the storm of a fast-changing, highly demanding work environment. She's a leader who gives her all and for whom I have never hesitated to give my all in return. She brings out the best in those around her and embodies the level of integrity I once thought had ceased to exist in the education industry (for-profit or otherwise). The privilege of working and serving our students with her has left an indelible mark on my character as an educator. If you ever have the opportunity to be on her team, grasp that golden ring with the assurance that it will pay innumerable dividends immediately and over the long term, for you personally, and for every life she touches.
Credentials
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Victim Assistance Specialist, Level III (VASIII)
State of MarylandSep, 2017- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Virginia State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Title IX Coordinator
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Oct 2017 - Present
Develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Statistics Act as amended by the Campus SaVE Act and related reporting and disclosure laws concerning campus safety, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Acts. Assess the efficacy of University policies and procedures related to sexual and gender-based harassment, interpersonal violence, and other forms of prohibited conduct. Oversee investigations of complaint and conduct interviews. Advise the University community on how to respond appropriately to reports of sexual misconduct, including active bystander techniques.Partner with University stakeholders, to include the Department of Police and Public Safety, the Office of Human Resources, the Division of Student Success and Engagement, the Campus Counseling/Health Centers, Trojan Odyssey, the University Counsel, the Department of Athletics and the Office of Admissions, to ensure students experience a fair and impartial judicial process and are further connected to the appropriate resources and services.Train and educate faculty, staff, students as well as external stakeholders on trauma informed interactions, related to Title IX policies and procedures. Prepare and disseminate educational print/web based materials, designed to inform the campus and the greater community of Virginia State University’s Title IX enforcement and advocacy efforts.Member- Virginia State University (VSU) President's Advisory Board for LGBTQIA InclusionMember-VSU Staff Senate (2018-Present)Member-State Council of Higher Education in Virginia (SCHEV) Sexual Violence Advisory CommitteeSafe Zone Trained.
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Chief Learning Officer
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Apr 2013 - Present
Provide management, staff, leadership and organizational development consulting services to small businesses, non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Create customized professional development programs. Collaborate with client management teams in performing strategic planning and risk management assessments. Assist with identifying opportunities to increase efficiency through inter-departmental, cross-functional team formation. Formulate comprehensive blueprints for implementation of organizational realignment. Consult on Clery Compliance/Title IX policy creation and implementation. Design procedural templates for investigations of Title IX violations.Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity, diversity and inclusion; recommending needed changes. Analyze training needs to design employee development, language training, health and safety programs. Furnish 360° support for organizational change efforts in the form of “best practices” scenario analysis, monitoring, feedback and facilitation of longitudinal studies related to the initiative(s). Partner with fellow Workforce Development practitioners in two states to assist in the creation of qualified job applicants who are entering (or re-entering) the workforce, through skills based training.
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Prince George's Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Workforce Development/Continuing Education Instructor
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Feb 2017 - 2018
Designed job readiness and job training courses for students enrolled in the Youth@Work Program. Facilitated specialized career development and life-skills training workshops for students in Phase II of Youth@Work-namely, the Career Pathways Program (Public Safety/Private Security Curriculum). Cultivated relationships with external vendors, criminal justice visionaries and practitioners, as well as business/community members to create experiential learning classroom opportunities. Responsible for communicating and enforcing policies and procedures related to students' academic success. Maintain confidentiality and security of customer training records related to FERPA and Title IV.
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Kaplan Higher Education
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Clery Compliance Coordinator- Deputy Title IX Officer / Legal Studies-General Ed Department Chair
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Nov 2006 - Oct 2016
Clery Compliance/Deputy Title IX Officer – Collaborated with various departments to ensure compliance with the Clery Act and Title IX. Conducted investigations, Gathered crime/disciplinary referral data from various internal/external sources. Developed/implemented Clery Act policies and procedures. Prepared, published and submitted annual crime statistics and security reports to the general public and the Department of Education.Campus Safety Officer – Investigated disturbances and maintained order during campus events. Prepared reports of irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Facilitated evacuation drills to ensure the proper adherence to the campus Emergency Response Plan. Served as the Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act.HR Generalist Services – Conducted performance evaluations, investigative reports, payroll preparation, as well as audit and compliance training. Developed goals and objectives for the Criminal Justice, General Education (and formerly Paralegal) programs. Facilitated orientation, “first year” and refresher workshops to ensure a comprehensive support system for faculty throughout their employment. Co-creator of the Academic Center for Educational Success (ACES); which provided collegiate learning circles for new and experienced faculty. Criminal Justice/ General Education Department Chair - Led a team of exceptionally committed Criminal Justice and General Education faculty. Identified and implemented networking and service learning opportunities for students to experience servant leadership. Created the Legal Studies Honor Council; established to showcase students excelling in stewardship, leadership, scholarship and academic excellence. Oversaw the Criminal Justice-Career Development Strategies/Workforce Development Program and ensured relevant skills based training remained in the forefront of campus job readiness efforts.
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The Training Source, Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Workforce Development Instructor (Contractor)
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Nov 2006 - Jan 2007
Designed courses and facilitated job readiness workshops for approximately 300 Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) clients. Coordinated client training schedules in conjunction with the Maryland Department of Social Services. Instructed welfare-to-work candidates in job search techniques, work-life balance skills, time management, values clarification and problem solving as they related to securing and maintaining employment. Managed complaints from dissatisfied clients or individual participants and ensured complaints were addressed in an appropriate manner to optimize overall customer satisfaction.
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DC Metropolitan Police Department
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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500 - 600 Employee
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Various Patrol, Investigative, Supervisory and Command Positions
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Apr 1983 - Sep 2005
Led a team of 60 sworn and civilian professionals, including first line supervisors, in their daily responsibilities within an administrative setting. Designed course and taught as an adjunct faculty member of the Police Training Academy for seven years. Facilitated quarterly training for staff related to workplace diversity, workplace violence, retaliation avoidance, code of conduct, time management, work-life balance, as well as business and ethical compliance. Directed the technical training and professional development of team members in thirteen (13) satellite offices. Prepared and published department-wide training bulletin on the handling sensitive material. Created and published monthly newsletter targeting specialized units. Contributed information to department website resulting in raised consumer awareness. Provided supervision of and case management for ten detectives and crime scene investigators.Served as Workforce Development Coordinator for a specialized unit. Position entailed identifying and developing positions within the division for potential hire of displaced employees from other District Government agencies for a six-year period (1994-2000). Trained with the District of Columbia Workforce Development Investment Council to ensure displaced employees were successfully assimilated into their new positions and appropriately trained in their new skill sets. This was accomplished through career coaching, practical application, peer mentoring, reframing duties and responsibilities, as well as observation and feedback.Formulated policies, managed daily operations, and planned use of materials and human resources. Established in-service training curriculum for weekly unit training sessions. Implemented a training program for entry-level employees resulting in superior evaluations. Coordinated the dissemination of sensitive information to the White House, federal and local law enforcement agencies, community leaders and the press corps.
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Education
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The Johns Hopkins University
Master's Degree, Management -
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The Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Leadership - Management -
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Howard University
Marketing/Marketing Management, General -
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Kaplan University
Graduate Studies, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General -
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The Johns Hopkins University
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Roper Victim Assistance Academy of Maryland (RVAAM)
Trauma Informed Investigations
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