Title IX Investigator

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

5d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Title IX Investigator works in Liberty University’s Office of Equal Rights and Title IX, reporting to the Executive Director of Equal Rights and Title IX. The role enforces the University’s Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Misconduct Policy by responding to and resolving reports and complaints involving discrimination, harassment, sexual violence, sexual exploitation, intimate partner violence, stalking, complicity, intimidation, and retaliation. Investigators help maintain a safe and nondiscriminatory learning, living, and working environment and support the University’s compliance with relevant Virginia and federal laws and institutional policies. The position requires working knowledge of applicable law, University policies, investigative techniques, and conflict resolution. Investigators handle sensitive matters involving students and other campus community members, and are expected to exercise professionalism, thoughtfulness, sound judgment, neutrality, and respect. They maintain their qualifications through continuing training and professional development. The role includes conducting investigations and related resolution processes, preparing written reports, training employees and students, supporting students, collaborating with University officials, and providing updates to the Executive Director. The posting describes three qualification tiers, with progressively greater experience and demonstrated case, adjudication, facilitation, training, and workload-management accomplishments. The working environment is typically a quiet, well-lit, climate-controlled office, though some duties take place away from campus, including in homes, offices, workplaces, or other public places. The position is full-time and onsite. Compensation is listed as $60,000 to $70,000, with potential eligibility for benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of investigatory or relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, for Tier I.
For Tier II, a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in a higher education Title IX or Civil Rights investigator role with extensive report-writing responsibilities.
For Tier II, ability to maintain a caseload above the standard of three to four sexual misconduct cases in the formal investigation process.
For Tier II, participation as investigator in at least five cases that completed the complaint resolution process, facilitator in at least five cases using Informal Resolution, and adjudicator in at least five cases resulting in a written determination.
For Tier II, demonstrated knowledge of Office of Equal Rights and Title IX policies and processes, and experience developing and presenting at least three department or external trainings.
For Tier II, ability to develop and lead engaging, effective trainings related to the department’s work, mission, and policies.
For Tier II internal candidates, training hours exceeding the Office’s minimum requirements for two consecutive years; for external candidates, at least 60 hours of relevant training in the prior two years.
For Tier II internal candidates, at least two consecutive years of satisfactory performance as an investigator in the Office of Equal Rights and Title IX.
For Tier III, a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of full-time experience in a higher education Title IX or Civil Rights Investigator position with significant report-writing responsibilities.
For Tier III, at least two consecutive years of satisfactory performance as a Level II investigator in the Office of Equal Rights and Title IX.
For Tier III, demonstrated mastery of the Office’s policies and processes, training development and delivery, and case and workload management.
For Tier III, participation as investigator in at least 10 cases that completed the complaint resolution process, adjudicator in at least 10 cases decided by written decision, and facilitator in at least 10 cases resolved through Informal Resolution.
Ability to articulate and defend Liberty University’s unique Christian educational mission and vision to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
Must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
Must not have been convicted of, or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of government funds, or been administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or another material violation of law involving government funds.
To obtain LU-approved driver certification, must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license with at least five years of documented driving history, and maintain a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctorate or master’s degree concentrated in higher education, criminal justice, student development, counseling, pastoral studies, biblical studies, or a related field.
At least three years of investigatory experience.
Fluency in Spanish or American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

Conduct complex analysis and produce high-quality written work while working independently and partnering with appropriate institutional officials.
Create investigative plans and coordinate and conduct party and witness interviews; participate in report writing, adjudication, and appeals.
Explain the investigative process, applicable rights, and policies to parties.
Gather and secure relevant evidence and documentation, and maintain detailed, consistent, and accurate records.
Communicate in a timely manner with parties and community stakeholders.
Make credibility assessments and draft and issue investigative reports summarizing the process, information gathered, relevant policies, and analysis of whether a violation occurred.
Ensure a prompt, fair, neutral process that follows federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures, while protecting the integrity and privacy of investigations.
Conduct training for employees and students on University policies concerning sexual misconduct, gender-based misconduct, harassment, related incidents, and associated rights and obligations.
Attend departmental and other official University meetings as required.
Serve as a liaison to faculty, staff, and administration regarding student-related discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct problems.
Provide assistance to students through student support services.
Stay aware of emerging technologies, processes, products, services, and industry performance benchmarks related to campus investigations.
Work effectively as a team member and support the University’s mission.
Participate in collaborative and respectful discussion with the Office of Equal Rights and Title IX team to identify strategic solutions that strengthen the institution and minimize risk.
Stay current on pending and final changes to Title IX and other laws or regulations affecting Title IX provisions.
Provide regular reports and scheduled updates to the Executive Director of Equal Rights and Title IX.
Perform other related duties as assigned.