About this role
Employment Term: 261 days Salary: Based upon the FY'27 EPIC Professional Pay Scale with verified education and experience with an additional 7.5% index Position Summary: EPIC is seeking a highly qualified Compliance Officer to oversee and coordinate district-wide compliance with federal and state laws, Berkeley County Schools Board policies and administrative procedures. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating compliance programs related to Title IX, Title VI, and other applicable federal and state mandates. The Compliance Officer provides guidance and to administrators and staff, conducts and coordinates investigations, monitors district compliance efforts, and prepares reports and recommendations for the Superintendent and Board of Education. This position will also support the Director of School Safety with Raptor and other school safety initiatives as well as the office of Pupil Services and Special Education. Education and Minimum Requirements: A certified or qualified retired law-enforcement officer who meets all the requirements to carry a firearm as a qualified retired law-enforcement officer under the Law-Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004, as amended, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 926C(c), carries that firearm in a concealed manner, and has on their person official identification in accordance with the act; preferred qualifications also include:
• Certification or specialized training in workplace investigations, Title IX investigations, or compliance administration
• Experience serving as a Title IX Coordinator or conducting civil rights investigations
• Experience working in public education or a governmental agency
• Knowledge of West Virginia Code, West Virginia Board of Education policies, and applicable federal education regulations
• A certification from an advanced training in school resource officer setting
• A certification in first aid, AED, CPR, and Narcan administration
• A clear drug and criminal background check
• A patient attitude and even temper
• The ability to mentor and interact with students in the PK-12 setting
• A moral and ethical role model for students
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and the Microsoft Office online suite applications
• Ability to create detailed reports for the Superintendent and other relevant senior leadership team members regarding investigations, Title IX, and BHI complaints
Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by any school system, who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations by any school system, who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance, and/or who receive unfavorable reference recommendations from related work experience will not be eligible for consideration for employment with EPIC. Duties/Responsibilities:
• Coordinates investigations of complaints involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other compliance-related matters involving students, employees, applicants, volunteers, and third parties
• Receives, reviews, investigates, and resolves complaints in accordance with established federal, state, and district procedures
• Supports the Berkeley County Schools Title IX Coordinator and ensures district compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and Board policies
• Communicates with complainants, respondents, administrators, and other stakeholders regarding complaint procedures, supportive measures, investigative processes, and resolution options
• Collaborates with the Departments of Human Resources, Student Support Services, Special Education, School Administration, Legal Counsel, and other district departments to ensure coordinated responses to compliance matters
• Provides guidance and consultation to district administrators regarding compliance requirements, investigations, documentation, and corrective actions
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, West Virginia Board of Education policies, and regulatory guidance affecting school district operations
• Serves as a resource to employees, administrators, students, parents, and community members regarding compliance-related matters
This position will also provide support to our school safety committees:
• Providing basic troubleshooting and first-level support for safety devices, safety equipme, etc.
• Assisting with Lockdown and Evacuation drill compliance
• Providing the school's Safety Committee with district information on safety
• Participating in post-incident and post-practice safety debrie?ngs
• Monitoring and maintaining emergency device batteries
• Assisting with user account management, including disabling accounts for employees who separate from the district
• Communicating software updates and procedural changes
• Monitoring active Raptor users
• Sharing best safety practices between schools
• Serving as the primary safety resource for their building's Safety Committee
• Supporting districtwide implementation of safety initiatives
• Monitoring of the Crisis Response Plan adherence
• Seeking support and training for the school's Safety Committee from the district
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties may be assigned by Berkeley County Schools, EPIC Administrator and/or their designee. The Eastern Panhandle Instructional Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer.