Civil Rights and Title IX Investigator
About The Position
This Civil Rights and Title IX Investigator plays a crucial role in promoting a safe and equitable environment for all members of the university community. The position is responsible for performance highly advanced, thorough, impartial, and complex civil rights and Title IX investigations into complaints of discrimination, harassment, and other violations of civil rights, Title IX and university policies. The position will work closely with students, faculty, staff, and internal and external stakeholders in the resolution of complaints. Rights and Title IX.
Requirements
- Bachelor's with a specific degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Counseling, Social Sciences, Social Work, or other related/compatible field.
- 2 years of experience
- Experience conducting investigations in a higher education or similar setting.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Experience facilitating educational and training programs regarding sexual harassment/sexual misconduct prevention.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree in JD, Student Affairs, or related field
- 3 years of experience
- Direct knowledge of and/or experience with Title IX compliance and federal and state non-discrimination laws.
- Direct experience in higher education; working with student affairs, residence life, human resources, and/or Title IX & Civil Rights.
- Professional experience conducting investigations in a college or university setting.
- Title IX Investigator training certification - preference for, but it is not required
Responsibilities
- Respond to and investigate allegations of violation of university's civil rights and non-discrimination policies. Develop a prompt and equitable investigation plan for assigned cases; identify relevant parties, witnesses, and other evidence. Interview parties and witnesses as needed in compliance with the appropriate investigative process.
- Documents the investigation process, prepares investigative reports, and catalogs history in relevant information systems including Maxient, EthicsPoint, and LSU legacy systems.
- Create and facilitate training/presentations to students, staff, and faculty on Civil Rights, Title IX, ADA, and topics related to protected status harassment and discrimination. Provide information to the campus community on university policies related to discrimination and harassment and federal and state laws and regulations related to compliance with non-discrimination laws.
- Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders; work jointly with campus and community resources; participate in professional development to stay abreast of best practices including attending conferences and workshops, and self-paced professional reading; and build relationships with colleagues at peer institutions.
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
