Investigator

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

6d•$100,008 - $115,008•Onsite

About The Position

Compliance and Risk Services has an outstanding opportunity for an Investigator to join their team. Reporting to the Manager of Civil Rights Investigations, the Investigator performs fact-finding functions on a wide range of complex and impactful cases that are central to advancing the University’s commitment to equity and compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and related anti-discrimination laws and University policies, and Student Conduct Code. The role contributes to a collaborative framework for addressing civil rights issues comprehensively and effectively.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate AND three years of professional work experience
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration (Bachelor’s degree and seven years of experience conducting investigations)
Deep working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations related to compliance with nondiscrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, WLAD, and the ADA
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to both be impartial and project impartiality, and the ability to establish rapport with a diverse range of community members
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges
Ability to manage issues of complex and extreme sensitivity with a high level of professionalism
Demonstrated ability to organize and plan one’s work to meet critical deadlines
Demonstrated ability to prepare complex written reports and provide reliable testimony explaining the investigation process, findings, conclusions and rationales
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
Experience within academic and research institutions of higher education or government agency
Professional experience in conducting civil rights investigations in a public higher education environment
Experience conducting investigations of alleged sexual misconduct, including complaints of sexual assault, stalking, relationship violence, and/or domestic violence
Experience representing employers to enforcement agencies, such as the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC)
Excellent skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem-solving techniques, and interviewing best practices (including trauma-informed investigation practices for sexual misconduct matters)
Ability to effectively and efficiently use computer systems and databases, including Windows-based software

Responsibilities

Investigate complaints made internally within the University that assert violations of University of Washington policies, including, but not limited to: Executive Order No. 81, the University’s policy prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, and sexual misconduct; and the Student Conduct Code
Investigate complaints filed with external agencies and charges against the University of Washington, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination (e.g., Title VII, ADEA, ADA, Title IX), retaliation, and harassment
Conduct investigations in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations, and applicable case law
Participate in external agency fact-finding and mediation conferences as necessary
Participate in investigation-related activities as necessary, such as testifying as a witness in internal proceedings related to employee or student misconduct
Provide agencies with detailed written responses and information that comply with agency standards
Prepare witnesses for interviews with administrative agencies conducting on-site investigations
Lead cross-departmental resolution teams in devising, refining, and implementing appropriate and creative approaches to dispute resolution
Negotiate settlements within delegated authority; obtain authority in excess of delegation, as appropriate and when necessary
Execute settlement agreements
Collaborate with University departments, Human Resources representatives, Assistant Attorneys General, and administrative personnel in handling complaints and related issues, as appropriate