Title VI and Title IX Compliance Investigator

Stanford University•Stanford, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Stanford University seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities, backgrounds, and points of view. Stanford University is one of the premier academic and research institutions in the world, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. Stanford is home to over 17,000 students, 15,000 staff, 2,500 post-doctoral scholars, and 2,300 faculty. Our faculty have been recipients of 36 Nobel Prizes, 27 MacArthur Fellowships, and 8 Pulitzer Prizes among many other distinguished accomplishments. Stanford is also home to one of the most successful athletic programs in the country, having won more NCAA championships than any other school. As a major Silicon Valley employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Education (SHARE) Title IX and Title VI Office is the University's central resource for preventing and responding to discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, and national origin. The SHARE Title IX and Title VI Office is comprised of two primary teams: the Response Team and the Education Team. Stanford University has an opening for a full-time Title VI/Title IX Compliance Investigator (hereinafter, “Investigator”). Title VI prohibited conduct includes discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin. Title IX prohibited conduct includes discrimination on the basis of sex including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. The Investigator will be part of Stanford's Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Education (SHARE) Title IX and Title VI Office. Job Purpose The Investigator will report to the University's Title IX and Title VI Coordinator and Associate Vice Provost of the SHARE Team (hereinafter, “Coordinator”). Under the direction of the Coordinator, the Investigator will conduct intake, assessment, and informal and formal complaint resolution processes of reports of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of sex, race, color, and national origin.

Requirements

Significant experience conducting fair and impartial investigations of alleged discrimination based on race, color, national origin, and sex, including sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of Title VI, Title IX, and related applicable laws and regulations is required;
Knowledge of best practices as they relate to institutions of higher education compliance with Title VI and Title IX;
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple, ongoing, and complex cases of Title VI and Title IX-related incidents and complaints;
Experience facilitating informal resolution processes;
Effective project management, organization and analytical skills;
Strong presentation, communication, and facilitation skills;
Strong written analytical and communication skills;
Experience with and ability to conduct trauma-informed interviews and investigations;
Ability to maintain poise when faced with conflict and challenging situations;
Excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to protect and maintain the security of confidential and sensitive information;
Ability to build relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the institution;
Demonstrated commitment to an inclusive culture, as well as the ability to work with a wide range of constituencies (staff, students, faculty, parents, administrators) with diplomacy and tact;
Maintenance of professional qualifications through ongoing training and professional development;
Ability to contribute to a team environment, act independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment.
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of direct experience or four (4) years of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience strongly preferred.
Experience working in higher education strongly preferred.
Law or other graduate degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with institutional policy and applicable state and federal laws
Consult and collaborate with the Coordinator to monitor and manage Title VI and Title IX reports to ensure timely and effective response
Serve as the investigator for complaints alleging discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, and national origin, including sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual misconduct, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation/intimidation
Analyze misconduct allegations for elements of applicable University policy violations
Interview reporting parties, complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
Identify and gather relevant documentary and other evidence
Facilitate informal resolution processes including conflict coaching, facilitated conversations, shuttle diplomacy, mediation, and restorative practice
Assess reports of alleged misconduct to identify and facilitate appropriate and reasonably available interim supportive measures for parties and witnesses
Manage initial and ongoing communication and official notices to parties and relevant campus administrators
Timely maintain accurate and complete records and notes of all investigative and informal resolution processes
Write clear, impartial, accurate investigative reports
Ensure that formal and informal resolution processes are prompt, thorough, and impartial
Assist in developing and implementing campuswide Title IX and Title VI training and education
Collaborate with institutional partners and leadership to ensure that formal and informal resolution processes, including investigations, are conducted in compliance with applicable policies, collective bargaining agreements, and requirements of state and federal laws
Coordinate with campus offices and partners in the Office of Community Standards, Residential Education, the Graduate Life Office, Employee & Labor Relations, etc.
Provide periodic, timely updates regarding the status of complaints received and investigations in progress to the Coordinator
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Benefits

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

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