Ethics & Compliance Investigator

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

3d•$50,000 - $54,000•Onsite

About The Position

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. Learn more information here! PURPOSE The Ethics & Compliance Investigator conducts investigations of both Civil Rights (Title IX sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, sexual assault, including stalking and dating violence, and other protected class discrimination and harassment) complaints and non-civil rights complaints filed by faculty, staff, undergraduate, and graduate students at the University through the various campus complaint forums such as Ethics Point. DESCRIPTION Functional Area 1: Compliance Percent Effort: 40% Conduct investigations of alleged civil rights discrimination, sexual harassment, and/or related retaliation on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Prepare well-written reports and other workplace-related complaints. Plan and establish timelines for investigations (identify and interview witnesses, gather and secure relevant documentation, prepare a comprehensive investigation report, etc.). Conduct credibility assessments and determinations and support outcomes. Continuously identify and integrate best practices to ensure quality investigations. Maintain accurate and thorough investigative files, reports, and documentation, as appropriate. Provide regular updates and status reports as necessary. Functional Area 2: Compliance Services Percent Effort: 30% Provides assistance to the Compliance Services Director (Civil Rights & Title IX Officer) in compliance-related activities and programming outreach efforts. Plans, schedules, coordinates, and assists in outreach events Functional Area 3: Support Percent Effort: 30% Supporting broader Ethics & Compliance initiatives (including creating and updating training materials annually and as needed). Draft ethics & compliance education materials and support efforts to improve compliance awareness. Generate applicable reports as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, pre-law emphasis, or related field.
Two (2) or more years of experience in one or more of the following areas: investigations, regulatory compliance, consulting, risk management, legal, or business administration.
Strong working knowledge of compliance laws (civil rights, ethics & compliance), regulations, and investigation best practices
Strong investigative judgment, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion, fairness, neutrality, maintain confidentiality, and independence.
Strong critical thinking skills, writing skills, and excellent attention to detail.
Excellent interviewing, analytical, and writing skills with the ability to distill facts into clear, defensible outcomes.
Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to assess and navigate complex, highly sensitive & stressful situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).
Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree, in Management, Business Administration, or related field.
PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP certification
Five (5) years of experience working in civil rights, ethics & compliance, and/or experience in research, writing, and editing documents/reports.
ATIXA investigator certification.
Five (5) years of experience in Title IX/Civil Rights investigations in a university or corporate setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations of alleged civil rights discrimination, sexual harassment, and/or related retaliation on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Prepare well-written reports and other workplace-related complaints.
Plan and establish timelines for investigations (identify and interview witnesses, gather and secure relevant documentation, prepare a comprehensive investigation report, etc.).
Conduct credibility assessments and determinations and support outcomes.
Continuously identify and integrate best practices to ensure quality investigations.
Maintain accurate and thorough investigative files, reports, and documentation, as appropriate.
Provide regular updates and status reports as necessary.
Provides assistance to the Compliance Services Director (Civil Rights & Title IX Officer) in compliance-related activities and programming outreach efforts.
Plans, schedules, coordinates, and assists in outreach events
Supporting broader Ethics & Compliance initiatives (including creating and updating training materials annually and as needed).
Draft ethics & compliance education materials and support efforts to improve compliance awareness.
Generate applicable reports as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Insurance Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-campus wellness opportunities
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness Book scholarships 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Time Off: 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.