Compliance Investigator, Office of Gender Equity and Title IX

Kent State•Kent, OH

7d•$53,015 - $62,550•Onsite

About The Position

Investigate formal complaints that fall under a variety of federal regulations such as Title VII, Title IX, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc. Provide support in creating and coordinating the university’s Gender Equity and Title IX compliance programs. Reports to Director, Gender Equity and Title IX Coordinator.

Requirements

Master's degree in related field and two years experience in law, conducting investigations, personnel management, student affairs, resident life, or higher education.
Must be able to work nontraditional hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.
Juris Doctor and one year experience in law, conducting investigations, personnel management, student affairs, resident life, or higher education.
Must be able to work nontraditional hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Effectively collecting, interpreting, and summarizing data and legal requirements
Identification, research, analysis, and resolution of problems using statistical techniques and common research methods
Development of a variety of alternatives and make appropriate decisions
Tactfully and effectively handle confrontation situations
Public speaking/conducting training
Creating MS PowerPoint training materials
Building/creating spreadsheets and pivot tables in MS Excel
Work cooperatively and collegially
Multi-task and adhere to deadlines
Identify ramifications of decisions, anticipate problems and execute proactive action
Assertively communicate with those in positions of authority the need for compliance with university policies
Handle confidential and sensitive situations with diplomacy and excellent judgment
Occasionally work outside the prescribed work hours to include evenings and weekends

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor.
Experience or training in conducting investigations, Title IX, EEO laws, Title VII, Student Affairs, Resident Life, Trauma-Informed interviewing skills.

Responsibilities

Act as a neutral party in conducting prompt and thorough formal investigations of alleged incidents, and provides a detailed, unbiased report regarding the findings of the investigation, as well as an analysis that tracks the applicable policies and legal standards.
Provide information and conduct trainings related to an overview of compliance topics such as Title IX, Title VII, support resources available on and off campus, reporting options, the University's grievance procedures, and employee reporting obligations.
Assist with preparation, communication, and implementation of the Gender Equity and Title IX compliance plan by providing analysis and insight into the quantitative/statistical analysis and data relationships within the plans.
Provide statistical information for division heads, colleges, and departments regarding goals for faculty, staff and students.
Analyze data quantitatively and qualitatively to identify trends, strengths and opportunities for improvement in achievement of Title IX goals.
Monitor and audit accuracy and integrity of transactions in the database management systems to ensure complete and accurate transfer of data from each system to prepare compliance requests and/or reports.
Assist Title IX Coordinator with processing and facilitating employee and student accommodation requests/inquiries.
Serve as Title IX Deputy Coordinator.
Serve on various department, division, and university committees.
Perform related duties as assigned.