Associate Vice President For Student Success and Deputy Title IX Coordinator

• Mar 2023 - Present

Provide foundational leadership for development, implementation, and phased-in operation of strategic, campus-wide umbrella program, tying together major program curriculum, general education curriculum, co-curricular experiences, student services, and student advising functions, to support student success, execute mission, and deliver brand promise. Responsibilities include strategic visioning and planning, project management, team management, and timely production of initiative-related… Show more Provide foundational leadership for development, implementation, and phased-in operation of strategic, campus-wide umbrella program, tying together major program curriculum, general education curriculum, co-curricular experiences, student services, and student advising functions, to support student success, execute mission, and deliver brand promise. Responsibilities include strategic visioning and planning, project management, team management, and timely production of initiative-related deliverables. Strategic responsibilities include aligning campus-wide stakeholders on strategic direction, advancing group-generated vision, managing strategies to support vision and achieve institutional change, developing operational plans to support strategic goals and outcomes, and completing program assessment for continuous improvement. Project management responsibilities include the planning, execution, and monitoring of various tasks and deliverables within defined scope, timeframe, and budget; and leading project teams to achieve common goals and milestones that support phased development, progressive launch, and ongoing management of umbrella program and embedded initiatives. Software project management responsibilities include overseeing planning, design, coding, implementation, testing, and deployment of bespoke application to serve program and users' needs, including integration with campus systems (student information system, learning management system, etc.) and training campus on use of platform. Additional divisional responsibilities include drafting and maintaining policies/procedures to support institutional objectives, student success, and compliance with federal and state laws and standards of accreditation; and co-administering Title IX processes, including oversight of Title IX hearings and provision of counseling and training, as needed, for faculty, staff, students, and outside parties on and through campus Title IX matters.

Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Brevard College

• Aug 2021 - Present

Serve on academic leadership team. Facilitate institutional effectiveness processes, college-wide assessment, and strategic planning based on institutional mission and values. Advise administration, faculty, and staff on compliance with standards of accreditation. Compile, present, and advise others on presentation of written and on-site evidence of compliance to accrediting bodies. Oversee timely, accurate capturing and external production of data in compliance with regulatory… Show more Serve on academic leadership team. Facilitate institutional effectiveness processes, college-wide assessment, and strategic planning based on institutional mission and values. Advise administration, faculty, and staff on compliance with standards of accreditation. Compile, present, and advise others on presentation of written and on-site evidence of compliance to accrediting bodies. Oversee timely, accurate capturing and external production of data in compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and authorizing bodies. Develop custom data reports and provide timely, accurate data and related analysis to administrators, faculty, and staff; federal and state governments; and organizations. Create, implement, and evaluate data-driven benchmarks to support institutional effectiveness. Draft and maintain institutional policies to support organizational objectives, student success, and compliance with federal and state laws and standards of accreditation. Administer Title IX processes and hearings. Counsel and train faculty, staff, students, and outside parties on and through campus Title IX matters. Coordinate with outside legal counsel in such areas as Title IX compliance and drafting of institutional contracts.

Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator

• Mar 2016 - Aug 2021

Provided leadership for and oversaw operations of Housing, Residence Life, Student Conduct, Conferencing, Central Scheduling, Summer Camps, and Continuing Education. Managed 43 professional and student staff members and residential operations for campus of 550+ beds across six residential buildings. Developed and implemented all processes and procedures for residential incident management, crisis response, health/safety supervision, and community development. Served as chief conduct officer… Show more Provided leadership for and oversaw operations of Housing, Residence Life, Student Conduct, Conferencing, Central Scheduling, Summer Camps, and Continuing Education. Managed 43 professional and student staff members and residential operations for campus of 550+ beds across six residential buildings. Developed and implemented all processes and procedures for residential incident management, crisis response, health/safety supervision, and community development. Served as chief conduct officer, managing all aspects of student conduct processes and procedures. Managed all aspects of auxiliary revenue programs (Continuing Education, Summer Camps, and Conferencing), including budget management, facilities operations, curriculum development, instructor hiring, contracting, purchasing, marketing, customer service, and guest registration. Co-administered first-year student orientation programming and services.

Director of Residence Life, Student Conduct, Conferences, and Continuing Education

• May 2013 - Mar 2016

Director of Residence Life and Student Conduct

• Aug 2012 - May 2013

Associate

• Mar 2010 - Jul 2012

Advised clients through employment disputes arising under state and federal laws, including, but not limited to, actions for discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, and disability; sexual harassment; sexual assault; failure to provide disability accommodations; improper denial of and interference with medical leave privileges; wage and hour violations; and retaliation for engaging in protected activities. Prosecuted claims falling under… Show more Advised clients through employment disputes arising under state and federal laws, including, but not limited to, actions for discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, and disability; sexual harassment; sexual assault; failure to provide disability accommodations; improper denial of and interference with medical leave privileges; wage and hour violations; and retaliation for engaging in protected activities. Prosecuted claims falling under Title VII, Section 1981, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, National Labor Relations Act, False Claims Act, and torts, contracts, and unemployment sections of the Georgia Code. Represented clients through investigation, alternative dispute resolution (negotiations, settlement conferences, and mediations), and litigation, including representation before state and federal courts as well as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Labor, and National Labor Relations Board. Show less Advised clients through employment disputes arising under state and federal laws, including, but not limited to, actions for discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, and disability; sexual harassment; sexual assault; failure to provide disability accommodations; improper denial of and interference with medical leave privileges; wage and hour violations; and retaliation for engaging in protected activities. Prosecuted claims falling under… Show more Advised clients through employment disputes arising under state and federal laws, including, but not limited to, actions for discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, and disability; sexual harassment; sexual assault; failure to provide disability accommodations; improper denial of and interference with medical leave privileges; wage and hour violations; and retaliation for engaging in protected activities. Prosecuted claims falling under Title VII, Section 1981, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, National Labor Relations Act, False Claims Act, and torts, contracts, and unemployment sections of the Georgia Code. Represented clients through investigation, alternative dispute resolution (negotiations, settlement conferences, and mediations), and litigation, including representation before state and federal courts as well as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Labor, and National Labor Relations Board. Show less

Review Management Consultant

• Apr 2009 - Feb 2010

Opened and operated document review facilities for complex commercial and intellectual property litigation. Trained and supervised document review teams ranging from 35 to 65 attorneys. Managed review of over 2.5 million documents within strict eight-month discovery period. Oversaw quality control of issue coding and attorney-client privilege review. Defined and enforced internal deadlines for review staff to meet production deadlines. Produced and presented review productivity metrics for… Show more Opened and operated document review facilities for complex commercial and intellectual property litigation. Trained and supervised document review teams ranging from 35 to 65 attorneys. Managed review of over 2.5 million documents within strict eight-month discovery period. Oversaw quality control of issue coding and attorney-client privilege review. Defined and enforced internal deadlines for review staff to meet production deadlines. Produced and presented review productivity metrics for client, lead counsel, and management. Consulted on development of in-house project management software. Show less Opened and operated document review facilities for complex commercial and intellectual property litigation. Trained and supervised document review teams ranging from 35 to 65 attorneys. Managed review of over 2.5 million documents within strict eight-month discovery period. Oversaw quality control of issue coding and attorney-client privilege review. Defined and enforced internal deadlines for review staff to meet production deadlines. Produced and presented review productivity metrics for… Show more Opened and operated document review facilities for complex commercial and intellectual property litigation. Trained and supervised document review teams ranging from 35 to 65 attorneys. Managed review of over 2.5 million documents within strict eight-month discovery period. Oversaw quality control of issue coding and attorney-client privilege review. Defined and enforced internal deadlines for review staff to meet production deadlines. Produced and presented review productivity metrics for client, lead counsel, and management. Consulted on development of in-house project management software. Show less

Associate

• Sep 2008 - Mar 2009

Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Negotiated loan commitments in portfolio transactions valued at over $300 Million. Drafted purchase and sale agreements and loan documents. Performed due diligence on real estate assets and transactions. Closed high-value loans under strict deadlines in satisfaction of commitment terms. Litigation and Conflicts. Analyzed documents and communications and advised on privileged content in response to federal anti-kickback investigation. Analyzed pharmacy… Show more Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Negotiated loan commitments in portfolio transactions valued at over $300 Million. Drafted purchase and sale agreements and loan documents. Performed due diligence on real estate assets and transactions. Closed high-value loans under strict deadlines in satisfaction of commitment terms. Litigation and Conflicts. Analyzed documents and communications and advised on privileged content in response to federal anti-kickback investigation. Analyzed pharmacy benefits provider agreements and health network plans and advised on contractual obligations in response to federal investigation. Advised on condominium property management and budgeting conflicts and on domestic and international lease obligations. Researched and advised on such issues as guarantor liability and champertous contracts. Pro Bono. Researched defenses and reviewed witness testimony for capital punishment appeal. Assisted with preparation of wills for Habitat for Humanity homeowners. Show less Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Negotiated loan commitments in portfolio transactions valued at over $300 Million. Drafted purchase and sale agreements and loan documents. Performed due diligence on real estate assets and transactions. Closed high-value loans under strict deadlines in satisfaction of commitment terms. Litigation and Conflicts. Analyzed documents and communications and advised on privileged content in response to federal anti-kickback investigation. Analyzed pharmacy… Show more Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Negotiated loan commitments in portfolio transactions valued at over $300 Million. Drafted purchase and sale agreements and loan documents. Performed due diligence on real estate assets and transactions. Closed high-value loans under strict deadlines in satisfaction of commitment terms. Litigation and Conflicts. Analyzed documents and communications and advised on privileged content in response to federal anti-kickback investigation. Analyzed pharmacy benefits provider agreements and health network plans and advised on contractual obligations in response to federal investigation. Advised on condominium property management and budgeting conflicts and on domestic and international lease obligations. Researched and advised on such issues as guarantor liability and champertous contracts. Pro Bono. Researched defenses and reviewed witness testimony for capital punishment appeal. Assisted with preparation of wills for Habitat for Humanity homeowners. Show less

Summer Associate

• May 2007 - Jul 2007

Law Clerk

• May 2006 - Jul 2006