Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) Investigator and Trainer, Department of Human Resources

Wake Forest University • Winston-Salem, NC

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Investigations/Senior Deputy Title IX Coordinator, the Investigator & Trainer is responsible for investigating complaints of discrimination, harassment and retaliation from students, faculty and staff. This position will assist with compliance obligations of OIE by developing and conducting training for students, faculty and staff.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree and one year of experience conducting investigations including conducting interviews, preparation of investigative reports, and making determinations of policy or legal violations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with implementation of equal opportunity laws (particular emphasis on Title VII, Title IX, Campus SaVE Act, and ADA) policies, and processes.
• Experience with complaint investigation or dispute resolution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to a wide array of audiences and with appropriate sensitivity.
• Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive, confidential data and information, in an impartial and equitable manner.
• Strong organizational and time management techniques with ability to prioritize and complete work with firm deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with campus partners.
• Ability to respond in a professional demeanor in high pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

• Juris Doctor degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience designing outreach and education programs.
• Certification in conflict resolution or another related field.

Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation from students, faculty and staff in a manner compliant with federal, state, and University requirements.
• Conducts prompt, equitable, and impartial administrative investigations into complaints including identifying and interviewing parties and witnesses, gathering and assessing information relevant to the investigation, and applying relevant policies and regulations.
• Develops and prepares comprehensive investigative reports based on investigation findings.
• Maintains knowledge and application of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations including but not limited to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) amendments to the Clery Act, FERPA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (as amended), Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975.
• Develops and delivers educational outreach and training programs for students, faculty, and staff related to OIE and relevant policies and procedures.
• Consults with managers and supervisors to provide informal resolutions strategies when appropriate for students, faculty, and staff members.
• Assists with facilitating an interactive process for employees seeking disability, religious, and pregnancy-based accommodations.
• Prioritizes and manages a busy caseload to meet sensitive deadlines.
• Maintains accurate case management data files including timely updating of relevant databases (i.e., Maxient).
• Maintains familiarity with industry best practices and emerging issues in higher education equity and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Background investigations and drug screens for final candidates
• Accommodations for individuals with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree