Senior Investigator, Office for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

California State University•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) is seeking a Senior Civil Rights Investigator for the Office for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. This Administrator II position reports to the Director/Title IX Coordinator/DHR Administrator. The Senior Investigator will handle the most complex complaints of protected status discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking. Responsibilities include conducting fair, impartial, and timely investigations, interviewing parties and witnesses, gathering evidence, documenting all investigatory meetings, corresponding with involved parties, and maintaining records in the case management system. The role involves preparing detailed investigation reports with credibility assessments, findings of fact, and recommendations. The incumbent may also lead investigations, advise other investigators, and coordinate external investigations. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance with various federal and state laws including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, VAWA/SaVE Act, Clery Act, FEHA, and CSU policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
Three years of related experience in conducting investigations under Title IX, other civil rights laws or similar in educational institutions or workplaces.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse set of professionals, students, staff and community members.
Ability to respond appropriately in stressful situations.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily.
Must reside in the State of California.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or Juris Doctor.
Five years conducting civil rights and/or HR-related investigations in higher education or the workplace.

Responsibilities

Investigate the most complex complaints of protected status discrimination and harassment, retaliation and sexual misconduct, dating and domestic violence, and stalking in a fair, impartial and timely manner.
Identify and interview relevant parties and witnesses.
Gather directly related evidence from various sources.
Document all investigatory meetings.
Compose and send appropriate correspondence with parties, advisors, and others regarding investigations and other aspects of the formal and informal resolution processes.
Document investigation steps in applicable case management system.
Prepare detailed investigation reports, which may include credibility assessments, findings of fact and recommendations as to violations of policy.
Serve as lead investigator, advise other investigators, and coordinate external investigations, as needed.
Contribute to ensuring compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, VAWA/the campus SaVEAct, including the Clery Act, and related laws, such as FEHA, as well as California State University policies.