At the 猎奇重口, all non-confidential employees are designated as mandated reporters under University policies. These individuals are required to report any concerns or disclosures related to discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, or retaliation. This ensures that the University can respond promptly, support those affected, and maintain a safe and respectful environment for all members of the campus community.
What Does it Mean to be a Mandated Reporter?
A mandated reporter is any non-confidential employee, including student employees, who is obligated to report incidents of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation if they learn of or observe such incidents during the course of their employment. This includes witnessing, being made aware of, or being directly informed about potential misconduct.
Mandated reporters must promptly report the information to the Office of Conflict, Resolution & Policy (CRP). If you're unsure whether you are a mandated reporter or need clarification, please reach out to the Office of Conflict, Resolution & Policy (CRP) for guidance.
What Information Must be Reported?
Mandated reporters are required to report all information directly related to the incident, including:
- Names of individuals involved
- Date(s) of the incident(s)
- Time(s) of the incident(s)
- Location(s) where the incident(s) occurred
- Description of the conduct observed or disclosed
Mandated reporters should not conduct their own investigation or engage in fact-finding. Their responsibility is simply to report the facts and details as they were observed or disclosed, leaving the investigation to the appropriate University offices.
Confidential Resources
Confidential resources are employees and clinic students who receive information in their confidential capacity. These include:
- Licensed counselors in their official capacity as counselors
- Medical staff at the Curry Health Center
- Advocates at the Student Advocacy Resource Center (SARC)
Please note that if a confidential resource is working outside of their confidential capacity (for example, teaching a class), they are subject to mandated reporting requirements.
What Happens After a Report is Made?
Once a mandated reporter submits a report, the Office of Conflict, Resolution & Policy (CRP) will review the information, assess the situation, and determine the appropriate next steps. The individual affected by the discrimination, harassment, or misconduct will be contacted and offered resources and support.
Due to privacy concerns, you may receive only limited information about any action taken by the CRP Office after a report is made.
Training and Guidance
All UM employees are required to complete an online training about discrimination and harassment, which includes information about mandated reporting responsibilities. Additionally, CRP, in collaboration with SARC, offers in-person skill-based training on how to effectively respond when receiving a disclosure of discrimination or harassment.
To see future training opportunities, please visit the Training Opportunities Webpage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Mandated Reporters
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Yes. Student employees are considered mandatory reporters when they are working in their employee role, unless they are acting as a designated Confidential Resource.
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Mandatory reporting obligations still apply. If a student is involved—whether the person affected (Complainant) and the person accused (Respondent)—you must report the incident, even if other individuals involved are not affiliated with UM. The CRP Office will assess the situation and respond appropriately.
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You are still required to report it. An incident that occurs off campus does not, by itself, limit UM’s ability to respond. In some cases, where there is a sufficient connection to the University, UM may have jurisdiction to formally investigate the conduct. Even if the University cannot investigate formally, the CRP Office can still offer supportive measures, provide guidance, and, in some cases, take non-punitive steps to address the situation.
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No, Mandatory Reporters cannot submit anonymous reports; they are required to share all known details, including names, when they learn about possible sexual harassment in the course of their job.
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Yes. As a mandatory reporter, it’s important to let the student know early in the conversation that you are required to report certain information. This helps build trust and ensures the student understands what will happen next.
Example Script:
“Thank you for sharing your story with me. Before we talk any further I need to remind you that safety and wellbeing are important parts of my job here at UM. I have a responsibility to let the University know if someone may need support and/or resources. The information you share will still remain private, but folks from Title IX will reach out to offer support and resources. It is your choice to speak with them or not.”
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Yes, it is helpful to inform students as early as possible that you have a mandated reporting obligation. Below is an example syllabus statement that you may include:
“As a mandated reporter, I am required to report any incidents of discrimination, harassment, or sexual harassment to the Office of Conflict, Resolution & Policy (CRP). If you wish to speak to someone confidentially, there are confidential resources available at UM (more information is available ). For more information, to make a report, or to seek supportive measures, contact CRP at conflict@umontana.edu, (406) 243-5710, or visit their website at .”
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As a mandatory reporter, you are still required to report it—even if the student asks you not to. You can explain that the CRP Office will handle the situation with care, offer support, and won’t initiate an investigation unless they must.
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Failing to report as a mandatory reporter is a violation of an employee’s responsibilities and may result in employment action, such as disciplinary measures. Additionally, not reporting could allow harmful behavior to continue, and the individual who experienced harm may not receive the support or resources they need.
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Yes. All employees are required to complete Discrimination and Harassment training, which covers relevant UM policies and mandatory reporting obligations. In addition, the CRP Office offers further trainings throughout the academic year. Information about upcoming sessions can be found on the CRP Office’s website.
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If you're ever unsure about your responsibilities or whether something needs to be reported, you can contact the Conflict, Resolution & Policy (CRP) Office at (406) 243-5710 or conflict@umontana.edu. They’re available to provide guidance and support.