Community Standards and Title IX Investigator

University of New Hampshire•Plymouth, NH

1d•$50,210 - $89,440

About The Position

The Community Standards and Title IX Investigator reports to the Executive Director of Student Advocacy, Well-being, and Crisis Intervention and works with the Title IX Coordinator. The Investigator gathers information about and assists in resolving complaints of student violations of the university's student conduct code, sexual misconduct policy, and other policies. When a complaint is filed, the Investigator conducts a prompt, equitable, and thorough investigation in accordance with campus policies and federal and state laws. The Investigator serves as a neutral party and provides a detailed, unbiased report regarding investigation findings. The role involves reviewing and investigating complaints of possible student misconduct, including discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual misconduct. The Investigator supports students through investigative and judicial processes, provides resources and referrals, and helps ensure fairness, due process, privacy, and access to possible accommodations. The position also requires collaboration with campus stakeholders and relevant external resources, maintaining knowledge of applicable laws and policies, and applying best practices in student conduct and Title IX investigations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
At least 2 years of professional experience conducting investigations in education, employment, or law enforcement.
Excellent judgment and ability to manage highly sensitive, private information and stressful situations.
Strong interviewing, investigation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, negotiate complex and sensitive situations with sensitivity, and support resolution of difficult challenges.
Ability to write concise, logical analytical reports conveying complex issues.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and success working with diverse constituencies to support an inclusive campus environment.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen well and demonstrate respect for individual needs.
Ability to maintain neutrality and work as part of a campus-wide community to resolve complaints.
Ability to establish and maintain professional, productive working relationships with staff at all university levels.
Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.
Working knowledge of, training, and/or experience with student conduct processes and relevant state and federal laws and guidance, such as Title IX, VAWA, and FERPA.

Nice To Haves

Advanced education and training in related areas.
Professional experience conducting investigations, including cases of interpersonal violence and trauma-informed investigations.
Experience in community standards, law enforcement, or resolving discrimination or harassment issues.
Experience working with college students and knowledge of the complexities of investigations in a college setting.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Highly motivated and self-directed in executing routine and special projects.

Responsibilities

Work with the Title IX Coordinator and Executive Director of Student Advocacy, Well-being, and Crisis Intervention, and collaborate with law enforcement, victim services, and other resources to investigate and resolve complaints.
Review complaints of possible student misconduct, including discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual misconduct such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, relationship violence, stalking, and gender-related violence.
Conduct prompt, equitable, and impartial administrative investigations, including identifying and interviewing parties and gathering and assessing relevant information.
Create investigative plans; conduct and document witness interviews; make credibility assessments; prepare and present findings memoranda and supporting documents; and communicate with parties while protecting neutrality, integrity, and privacy.
Provide ongoing updates about complaint and investigation status to the Title IX Coordinator, Executive Director, and others responding to the issue.
Work with relevant administrators to review and synthesize allegations and determine applicable interim measures.
Consider investigative information in relation to relevant university policies and present findings of fact in individual cases for review and action by the appropriate administrative director.
Foster and maintain a climate supportive of students involved in investigations and student judicial processes.
Offer students resources and referrals to help manage stress and support their well-being.
Ensure fairness, notification, and due process for all parties during investigations and proceedings.
Ensure students are aware of and have access to requests for possible academic, work, and student life accommodations.
Establish a climate respectful of difference and participate in cultural awareness and anti-bias training.
Cultivate relationships and maintain clear communication with campus stakeholders, offices, and programs.
Implement processes with the Executive Director and Title IX Coordinator that are consistent with university policies and federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance guidance.
Maintain knowledge of relevant state and local laws, university policies, federal Title IX policies and guidance, the Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, and due process protections applicable to Student Conduct proceedings.
Identify and integrate best practices in student conduct and Title IX investigations, and participate in relevant conferences and workshops.
Assist with other related work.