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Procedures
The Frederick Community College policy and procedures are detailed
fully at:
http://www.frederick.edu/jobs-hr/policies-and-procedures/policyproceduredocuments/titleix.aspx
Assessment
The Title IX Coordinator will conduct an immediate assessment of the
reported Title IX sexual misconduct. The complainant will be asked to
document in writing the nature of the complaint. If the complainant is not
willing or able to submit the complaint in writing, notes taken during the
assessment may be used to initiate an investigation. Immediate measures
will be taken to ensure the safety and security of any individuals involved.
The Title IX Coordinator will conduct an initial meeting with the
complainant and inform the person of all available resources, informal
procedural options, immediate safety and security measures, and the
College policy prohibiting retaliation. The complainant shall be informed
by the Title IX Coordinator of the importance of preserving evidence.
An assessment will be completed within three (3) workdays of receiving
a report of sexual misconduct and the complaint will be documented
appropriately. The assessment will determine if an investigation of the
complaint as a Title IX violation is warranted and, if so, based on what.
Informal Resolution
Upon completion of the assessment, if the Title IX Coordinator determines
that an investigation is not warranted, and the complainant agrees, the
Title IX Coordinator may be able to resolve the complaint informally. In
such cases, the Title IX Coordinator will confer with the complainant about
this option, and, if they agree, the Title IX Coordinator will confer with
the respondent, if necessary. Should a satisfactory resolution be reached,
the matter will be considered closed. All informal resolutions will be
appropriately documented. If no investigation is warranted, the identity of
the respondent will not be recorded.