Student Conduct Investigator

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves conducting investigations into allegations of sexual harassment, sexual assault, fondling, quid pro quo harassment, stalking, dating violence, and domestic violence. The investigator will also look into student conduct concerns regarding alleged student and/or organizational behavior to support the SCCR student conduct process. Additionally, the role includes investigating claims of discrimination and harassment involving students, employees, and affiliates in a timely and professional manner. This involves interviewing witnesses, identifying, obtaining, and analyzing relevant evidence, making credibility assessments, conducting complex analyses under relevant legal standards, and producing high-quality investigation reports. The investigator acts as an impartial fact finder, works with departmental personnel in reviewing findings, and represents the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution with professionalism. The role also involves processing assessments and developing streamlined practices for Non-Title IX investigations, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws (including Title IX), and maintaining detailed records. Administrative responsibilities include developing systematic approaches to enhance business processes, guiding strategic planning, managing technology and information systems, and handling special projects. The position requires a Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and three years of relevant experience.
Experience in Title IX, Investigations, and/or Student Conduct, preferably within an institution of higher education
Experience conducting investigative interviews
Experience with trauma-informed investigations
Effectively communicate complex information to various audiences and stakeholders
Strong problem-solving and diplomatic skills
Proven ability to effectively develop purposeful partnerships across campus and functional lines
Proven ability to address nuanced problems with sensitivity and discretion
Proven ability to handle complex and confidential material
Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and precision in work
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Responsibilities

Conducts investigations for allegations of sexual harassment, including sexual assault, fondling, quid pro quo harassment, stalking, dating violence, and domestic violence.
Investigate student conduct concerns regarding alleged student and/or organizational behavior in support of SCCR student conduct process.
Investigate claims of discrimination and harassment involving students, employees, and affiliates in a timely and professional manner including but not limited to interviewing witnesses, identifying, obtaining, and analyzing relevant evidence, making credibility assessments, conducting complex analyses under relevant legal standards, and producing high-quality investigation reports that will be forwarded to appropriate partners for adjudication.
Conduct prompt and thorough investigations, acts as an impartial fact finder in the investigation process and works with departmental personnel in reviewing investigative findings.
Represent the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution with professionalism and maintaining professional standards, in all interactions
Compile investigative findings in a comprehensive, fact-based report, clarifying report findings, and securely document and maintain investigative materials
Prepare and create clear, consistent, and accurate reports that reasonably reflect the facts identified during investigations
Ensure reasonable timelines for investigations are upheld and maintain documentation according to records retention schedules using a case management system to ensure compliance
Monitor the Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution Office response and investigation of complaints alleging Non-Title IX and behavioral violations.
Develop streamlined practices and procedures to ensure a compliant, transparent, and consistent Non-Title IX investigative process is operationalized
Ensure that investigations are completed in a timely manner to ensure that appropriate due process is afforded
Follow the requirements of all federal and state laws and regulations (including Title IX) and applicable University regulations and policies
Maintain detailed and thorough records of all reports, complaints, investigations, and resolutions
Assist with oversight of regulatory compliance related to records created and maintained through the investigation processes within the Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution team.
Ensure adherence to federal and state laws, regulations, and institutional policies
In collaboration with other investigators, work to implement and oversee both compliant processes and associated records
Collect, analyze, and maintain data related to Non-Title IX and student conduct investigations and utilize information to inform decision-making, identify areas for improvement, and prepare required reports for regulatory agencies
Develop systematic approaches to enhance business processes and operations to align with strategic goals and objectives; Guide development of strategic plan and goals relevant to the area; provide general direction and leadership for goal accomplishment
Responsible for developing, maintaining, disseminating, and enforcing policies, procedures, and guidelines for areas of responsibility
Interpret and ensure compliance with departmental and University policies, guidelines, and other relevant regulations
Manage technology, information systems, and corresponding data utilized for investigation processes
Develop reports, handle special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned
Serve on Division of Student Life or University of Florida committees as needed