Title IX Training Documentation

Section 106.45(b) of the 2020 Final Title IX Regulations require the sharing of “All materials used to train Title IX Coordinators, investigators, decision-makers, and any person who facilitates an informal resolution process. A recipient must make these training materials publicly available on its website, or if the recipient does not maintain a website the recipient must make these materials available upon request for inspection by members of the public.”

Sandhills Community College is a member of the Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) which provides the appropriate training materials to meet the necessary criteria as outlined by the Title IX Regulations including training that does not rely on sex stereotypes and promote impartial investigations and adjudications.

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College Title IX Responsibilities in a Formal Grievance

Role	Primary Responsibility	Must Avoid
Title IX Coordinator (TIXC) Deputy Coordinator	Receives the report; meets with Complainant; explains options; coordinates supportive measures; assesses policy scope and safety; initiates and oversees the process; issues required notices.	Promising an outcome, pressuring a formal complaint, or directing investigators toward a preferred finding.
Investigators (2)	Collect relevant information impartially; interview parties and witnesses; follow leads; organize evidence; document disputed and undisputed facts.	Acting as an advocate, deciding responsibility, making credibility findings reserved for the decision maker, or ignoring exculpatory information.
Complainant Advisor	Supports Complainant; helps them to understand the process; prepares them for meetings; assists with reviewing evidence and submitting questions or responses as permitted Complainant may provide their own advisor.	Speaking for Complainant during fact interviews unless policy permits, coaching false or incomplete answers, contacting Respondent, or obstructing the process.
Respondent Advisor	Supports Respondent and helps them understand and exercise the same procedural opportunities Respondent may provide their own advisor.	Treating the allegation as a finding, intimidating witnesses, contacting Complainant, or interfering with evidence gathering.
Decision-Maker/Hearing Officer	Reviews the record under College procedures; assesses relevance and credibility; applies the required standard of evidence; issues the written determination.	Participating in the investigation or relying on information outside the permitted record.
Appeals Panel (2-3)	Reviews the case for conflicts of interest, assesses any new evidence, and reviews case procedures to ensure due process.	Fact-finding. Looking for other issues.
Appeal Decision-Maker	Reviews applicability of appeal and decision against policy and standard of evidence. Issues a final determination in writing.	Assuming original decision was wrong. Deciding the case again.