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Stephanie Stark Poling

@stephaniestarkpoling

Title IX Coordinator and attorney specializing in civil-rights investigations, restorative dispute resolution, and compliance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a mission-driven role where I can lead fair, neutral investigations, ensure Title IX/civil-rights compliance, and train stakeholders—using restorative options to achieve timely, supportive outcomes.

I serve as a Title IX Coordinator and legal professional who leads policy-driven investigations, mediations, and restorative-based resolutions. I focus on protecting fairness, confidentiality, and integrity in every stage of the process.

In my current role, I manage the Office of Title IX and Dispute Resolution and oversee day-to-day compliance to ensure timely, neutral outcomes. I conduct formal and informal intakes, make strategy decisions for complaints, and coordinate supportive measures—while working closely with Human Resources, student affairs, student conduct, and general counsel.

Before this, I progressed from Compliance Investigator to Interim Title IX Coordinator, strengthening my investigative approach through structured interviews, policy education, and alternative resolutions. I also bring dispute resolution and courtroom experience as an attorney, pairing civil rights expertise with mediation and restorative justice training to help resolve matters constructively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Managing Director, Title IX

Current

Point Park University

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Manage the Title IX and dispute resolution policy and grievance process, leading formal and informal investigations, mediations, and restorative-based resolutions. Ensure timely, equitable, and neutral case handling while coordinating with HR, student affairs, general counsel, and other campus offices and maintaining case records in Maxient.

Title IX Compliance Civil Rights Investigations Médiation HR Investigations Maxient Case Management Policy Compliance Training Delivery

Interim Title IX Coordinator

Point Park University

Apr 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)

Led the Title IX office and its staff, ensuring confidentiality, efficiency, and professionalism while reviewing complaints for appropriate resolution paths. Coordinated with legal counsel on legal matters involving university policies.

Title IX Compliance Complaint Intake Triage Staff Management Legal Counsel Policy Compliance

Compliance Investigator

Point Park University

May 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Conducted interviews, intakes, and investigations to resolve Title IX and civil rights issues using formal and informal processes. Educated students, staff, and faculty on university policy reporting and led mediations, restorative justice sessions, and supportive-measures planning while maintaining Title IX compliance in Maxient.

Title IX Investigations Civil Rights Compliance Intake Process Médiation Policy Analysis Maxient Case Management

Mediator/Sentencing Specialist

Mediation and Restorative Justice Center

Mediated court-referred misdemeanor criminal matters and domestic, civil, and property rights cases using alternative dispute resolution practices. Conducted intake and coordination with law enforcement and agencies, facilitated juvenile diversion efforts, and prepared sentencing plans for felony cases.

Criminal Mediation Domestic And Civil Dispute Mediation Juvenile Diversion Restorative Justice Facilitation Intake Coordination Sentencing Plan Preparation

Administrative/Accounting Assistant

Scott Poling DDS, MS, PA

Supported a dental business by managing accounts and expenses, including payroll, banking responsibilities, and budgetary analysis. Reviewed contracts and property-related issues and handled collection duties for delinquent accounts while advising the owner on fiscal, human resources, and staffing needs.

Accounts Receivable Collections Contract Review Payroll Support Banking Operations Accounts Management

Attorney (Civil/Criminal)

Stephanie Stark Poling Esq

Represented clients in civil and criminal matters, including court appearances, and advised on legal issues requiring alternative dispute resolution. Drafted and reviewed contracts and handled family law and domestic matters, including juvenile justice issues.

Court Appearances Civil Litigation Criminal Matters Alternative Dispute Resolution Family Law Advocacy

Associate Attorney

Booth & McCarthy

Represented corporate and private plaintiffs in civil debt collection and insurance subrogation cases, appearing in magistrate and circuit courts across West Virginia. Drafted pleadings and motions, negotiated civil resolutions with defendants, and managed paralegals to prepare cases for trial.

Debt Collection Negotiation Trial Preparation

Dispute Resolution Specialist

Better Business Bureau

Facilitated resolutions between consumers and businesses in alleged disputes through alternative dispute resolution. Managed open and closed complaints in internal systems and communicated with parties by phone and in writing to negotiate outcomes.

Alternative Dispute Resolution Médiation Negotiation Dispute Resolution Communication

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Prosecuting Attorney Office

Appeared in circuit and magistrate courts for child abuse and neglect proceedings, probation revocation hearings, juvenile delinquent proceedings, and misdemeanor matters. Coordinated case outcomes with counsel and health and human resources partners while assisting victims of violent crimes and staying informed through the criminal process.

Child Abuse And Neglect Proceedings Probation Revocation Hearings Juvenile Delinquency Cases Victim Support And Case Coordination