Director of Investigations

Penn State University•University Park, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Investigations plays a critical leadership role in advancing the University’s ethics and compliance program, with primary responsibility for complex investigations, hotline oversight, and institutional risk management. This role ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and University policies while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct across the campus community. The position leads independent and high‑profile investigations, oversees and modernizes the Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) Hotline and investigation process, and serves as a central coordination point among investigative and stakeholder units. Working closely with university leadership and key partners, the role provides strategic guidance, supervises investigative staff, and ensures timely, fair, and effective resolution of compliance concerns in alignment with institutional values and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
8+ years of relevant experience
3+ years of supervisory experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
PA State Police Criminal Background Check
PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
Authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Auditing
Consulting
Investigation
Policy analysis
Regulatory compliance
Report writing

Responsibilities

Leads independent and high‑profile investigations
Oversees and modernizes the Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) Hotline and investigation process
Serves as a central coordination point among investigative and stakeholder units
Provides strategic guidance to university leadership and key partners
Supervises investigative staff
Ensures timely, fair, and effective resolution of compliance concerns