Title IX Investigator
About The Position
The Title IX Investigator reports to the University Title IX Coordinator and serves as the university’s lead internal investigator for complaints involving sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and gender-related discrimination or violence, including stalking and intimate partner violence. The role supports a prompt, fair, and impartial investigative process, maintains confidentiality and thorough records, and prepares comprehensive reports for the Title IX Coordinator. The investigator also collaborates with university stakeholders on incident management, systemic issues, policy communication, and Title IX training. The role requires maintaining current knowledge of Title IX, VAWA, EEO, and other applicable laws and regulations, as well as relevant higher-education best practices.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in an appropriate specialization.
- At least two years of relevant investigation-related experience. Qualifying experience may include work as a graduate assistant, intern, law clerk, or student worker in Title IX case management or adjudication, or with an agency supporting or adjudicating civil-rights matters.
- Experience conducting investigations alleging sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, and sexual violence.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Title IX, VAWA, and other applicable laws, best practices, and regulations.
- Effective project management, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Strong written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Current certification in Title IX Investigations from ATIXA or another leading organization.
- Knowledge, experience, and training in handling issues related to gender-based violence.
- Experience advocating for individuals impacted by trauma in matters related to Title IX.
- Experience conducting investigations involving Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, EEO matters, protected classifications, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and similar anti-discrimination laws and regulations.
- Experience working in higher education.
- Experience with case-management technology such as Maxient or Guardian and Zoom.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator to monitor and manage Title IX incidents and support an efficient and effective response to reports and complaints.
- Manage incidents independently, using initiative and sound judgment.
- Lead internal investigations involving sexual assault, sexual and/or gender-based harassment, intimate-partner violence, stalking, and retaliation.
- Remain neutral and support a prompt, fair, and impartial process for all parties.
- Gather relevant evidence and advise parties of their rights.
- Maintain confidentiality throughout proceedings.
- Maintain accurate, thorough records and notes documenting the investigative process.
- Prepare comprehensive written investigative reports for the Title IX Coordinator that identify issues, summarize evidence, and present findings in accordance with university, federal, and state policies.
- Provide the Title IX Coordinator with timely, periodic updates on investigations in progress.
- Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator to identify and address systemic problems.
- Build relationships and collaborative partnerships across the institution, and work with university stakeholders to communicate Title IX policies to constituents.
- Assist the Title IX Coordinator and Educator with developing and implementing a comprehensive Title IX training program for students, faculty, and staff, including training temporary internal investigators.
- Maintain knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to Title IX and VAWA compliance at educational institutions, including their application to intake and investigations.
- Maintain knowledge of best practices for Title IX and VAWA compliance in higher education.
- Maintain professional qualifications through annual and ongoing training and professional development.
- Serve as a resource to advise others on relevant topics.
- Maintain knowledge of state and federal EEO laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable laws.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
