University Investigator and Title IX Compliance Specialist

Details • Blacksburg, VA

28d • $81,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The University Investigator and Title IX Specialist is responsible for managing and conducting impartial investigations and resolutions related to Title IX and gender-based violence matters in compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the university’s adherence to Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, and other applicable regulations. The investigator will conduct prompt and thorough investigations, including interviewing involved parties, collecting and securing relevant documentation, and analyzing findings to prepare a comprehensive and unbiased investigative report. In addition to investigative responsibilities, this role involves assessing and offering appropriate supportive and protective measures for involved parties and collaborating with university stakeholders to uphold compliance and promote a fair, impartial campus environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and experience conducting investigations
• Demonstrated judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information
• Demonstrated skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques, interviewing and investigation
• Demonstrated ability to use analytical skills and the ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations; exceptional critical thinking skills demonstrated by the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges, including the ability to handle issues of complex and extreme sensitivity
• Demonstrated skills in writing concise, logical analytical reports to convey complex issues
• Ability to maintain neutrality and work under stress
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and success in working with diverse constituencies, both domestic and international, to support an inclusive campus environment
• Strong and effective interpersonal skills
• The ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual need
• Ability to work as part of a university-wide community to resolve complaints in a neutral and sensitive manner
• Ability to establish and maintain professional and productive working relationships with staff at all levels at the university
• Ability to read and interpret complex legal documents
• Demonstrated training experience.

Nice To Haves

• Juris Doctorate degree or Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience in an office of discrimination and harassment prevention or compliance is highly preferred
• Professional experience conducting investigations in a university setting
• Title IX Investigator training certification
• Demonstrated experience presenting information and concepts to groups of individuals through workshops and meetings

Responsibilities

• Managing and conducting impartial investigations and resolutions related to Title IX and gender-based violence matters
• Ensuring the university’s adherence to Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, VAWA, and other applicable regulations
• Conducting prompt and thorough investigations, including interviewing involved parties, collecting and securing relevant documentation, and analyzing findings to prepare a comprehensive and unbiased investigative report
• Assessing and offering appropriate supportive and protective measures for involved parties
• Collaborating with university stakeholders to uphold compliance and promote a fair, impartial campus environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees