Formal Complaint Under Title IX

Title IX is a law that intends to protect people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance. The law requires that a complainant who is alleging sexual harassment submit a formal complaint in order to initiate the grievance process.

Title IX Coordinator

Cerro Coso Community College's Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, as listed below, are responsible for ensuring compliance with Title IX standards. These responsibilities include preventing sexual misconduct through education and training, and overseeing grievance protocol. Reports regarding any form of sexual misconduct can also be made to the Title IX Coordinator or to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator. All concerns and complaints will be taken seriously and addressed promptly.

KCCD Title IX Coordinator

KCCD Title IX Coordinator is the College’s official with responsibility for coordinating Cerro Coso Community College’s efforts to comply with and carry out our responsibilities under Title IX and all associated regulations, including the investigation of Title IX complaints. The Title IX Coordinator oversees and coordinates the actions of all Deputy Title IX Coordinators.

Victoria Simmons
Interim Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Title IX Coordinator

Kern Community College District
2100 Chester Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 336-5007
victoria.simmons@kccd.edu

Title IX Deputy

The Deputy Title IX Coordinator represents Cerro Coso Community College. To file a complaint against a Cerro Coso Community College student, staff, or faculty for sex discrimination or any form of sexual misconduct including harassment, stalking, or assault, you should contact:

Laci Beyes
Director, Human Resources
Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Cerro Coso Community College
3000 College Heights Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 384-6259
laci.beyes@kccd.edu

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