Kathleen Smith
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Accomplished professional with substantial background in law, higher education administration, and civil rights investigations. Key strengths include exceptional written and oral communication skills, process and program development, and law/policy interpretation and application.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR, EMPLOYMENT AND EMPLOYEE
OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
01.2020 - Current
- RELATIONS
- Resolve employment-related grievances and workplace conflicts
- Recommend solutions and support courses of action that promote a positive, respectful work environment.
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Instituted investigation protocols including communication and documentation guidelines, timelines, and report content and organization
- Maintained full investigative caseload of complex and high-profile matters involving athletes, coaches, and third parties associated with U.S
- Olympic and Paralympic sport
- Drafted comprehensive reports and made objective findings regarding alleged misconduct
- Collaborated with outside counsel in preparation of materials and arguments for arbitration hearings.
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Established process for managing high volume of reports of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse within the U.S
- Olympic and Paralympic Movements
- Assessed merit for further process and investigation
- Developed and assumed role of Director of Intake and Program Services in response to increasing report count
- Assembled and supervised team of intake specialists
- Directed team in initial inquiry into validity of misconduct allegations
- Ensured compliance with mandatory reporting requirements under state and federal law
- Facilitated informal resolution of complaints as appropriate
- Contributed to ongoing policy and process revisions based on Center’s evolving role and expanding scope.
Assist Vice President, DIRECTOR OF INTAKE AND PROGRAM
UNITED STATES CENTER FOR SAFESPORT
DENVER, CO
01.2017 - 01.2019
- For Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator in overseeing Title IX, Title VII and ADA compliance
- Investigate complex and sensitive Title IX and Title VII matters
- Update College policies to align with institutional goals and legislative changes.
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
02.2017 - 03.2018
Supported Institutional Equity Officer/Title IX Coordinator
01.2015 - 02.2017
- In ensuring compliance with Title IX, the Violence Against Women Act, the Campus SaVE Act, and the Jeanne Clery Act
- Tracked all Title IX complaints and maintained accurate statistical data
- Fulfilled federal compliance and reporting obligations
- Engaged campus partners in creating a supportive Title IX reporting environment and fostering a climate of respect for all members of the campus community
- Ensured record confidentiality according to University policy and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT OFFICER AND LEAD INVESTIGATOR
02.2012 - 02.2017
- Assessed complaints of sexual misconduct including sexual violence, sexual harassment, stalking, domestic/dating violence, and related retaliation
- Monitored implementation of Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination and Harassment policy
- Supervised team of Title IX investigators
- Reviewed investigative reports for thoroughness and application of appropriate standard of evidence
- Led impartial investigations into misconduct allegations
- Utilized trauma-informed interviewing techniques and adhered to established best practices for resolution of Title IX matters
- Prepared detailed reports and made neutral findings of fact regarding alleged misconduct
- Recommended resolutions designed to remedy effects of harassing and discriminatory behaviors.
ASSISTANT TITLE IX COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA NORMAN
, OK
01.2012 - 01.2017
ADJUNCT LECTURER
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA PRICE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS NORMAN
, OK
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Crafted and delivered lectures on the Legal Environment of Business with emphasis on employment law, contracts, and ethical decision-making.
COUNSEL III
APPELLATE DEFENSE, DIVISION
07.2005 - 02.2012
- Represented indigent clients through appeal from capital and non-capital homicide convictions
- Conducted extensive legal research and record review to identify bases for challenging convictions and sentences
- Prepared comprehensive briefs outlining and arguing propositions of error
- Developed mitigating evidence in capital cases
- Argued cases before Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals.
OKLAHOMA INDIGENT DEFENSE SYSTEM NORMAN
, OK
01.2001 - 01.2012
COUNSEL II, TESTING PROGRAM
APPELLATE DEFENSE
02.2001 - 07.2005
- Evaluated innocence claims by Oklahoma inmates seeking exoneration pursuant to the DNA Forensic Testing Act
- Reviewed available records to determine potential for proof of actual innocence through DNA testing
- Coordinated with laboratories and forensic experts in the testing of evidence and interpretation of results
- Drafted post-conviction motions for DNA testing and relief from wrongful convictions.
Education
JURIS DOCTORATE - Law
University of Oklahoma College of Law
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Liberal Arts & Sciences
University of Central Oklahoma
Skills
- Program Management
- Rules and regulations
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Effective Communication
Affiliations
Supreme Court of Oklahoma; Supreme Court of the United States
Timeline
DIRECTOR, EMPLOYMENT AND EMPLOYEE
OKLAHOMA CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01.2020 - Current
03.2019 - 05.2019
03.2018 - 03.2019
SENIOR INVESTIGATOR
02.2017 - 03.2018
Assist Vice President, DIRECTOR OF INTAKE AND PROGRAM
UNITED STATES CENTER FOR SAFESPORT
01.2017 - 01.2019
Supported Institutional Equity Officer/Title IX Coordinator
01.2015 - 02.2017
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT OFFICER AND LEAD INVESTIGATOR
02.2012 - 02.2017
ASSISTANT TITLE IX COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA NORMAN
01.2012 - 01.2017
ADJUNCT LECTURER
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA PRICE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS NORMAN
01.2007 - 01.2016
COUNSEL III
APPELLATE DEFENSE, DIVISION
07.2005 - 02.2012
COUNSEL II, TESTING PROGRAM
APPELLATE DEFENSE
02.2001 - 07.2005
OKLAHOMA INDIGENT DEFENSE SYSTEM NORMAN
01.2001 - 01.2012
JURIS DOCTORATE - Law
University of Oklahoma College of Law
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Liberal Arts & Sciences
University of Central Oklahoma
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