Senior Investigator

Job Summary

The Senior Investigator will focus primarily on investigating Title IX related allegations in addition to other discrimination and university investigations as needed. The Sr. Investigator will investigate more difficult investigations and also assist and coach other investigators with investigations. Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Sr. Investigator will play an important role in the University’s coordinated response, prevention and education initiatives pursuant to Title IX and related statutes and regulations. Will conduct a prompt, thorough, fair and impartial investigation for both the complainants and respondents which includes: identifying and interviewing witnesses, gathering and securing relevant documentation and analyzing the evidence gathered. The Sr. Investigator may assist with reports and tracking histories and patterns of sexual misconduct.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Five (5) years of investigative experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in: investigating allegations of sexual misconduct and/or relationship violence and trauma informed investigations; threat and risk assessment; familiarity with Title IX, VAWA , Campus SaVe, Title VII , Clery Act and related federal and state laws; presenting educational and training programs.
• Working at or with institutions of higher education (preferably in student conduct, office of discrimination, social work, student affairs, sociology, criminal justice or law enforcement.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Investigates allegations related to Title IX (and other cases as needed) involving students and employees from inception to findings.
• This includes creating an investigative plan, conducting and memorializing witness interviews, making credibility assessments, preparing and presenting memoranda of findings and appropriate supporting documents and communicating with the parties in a timely manner while protecting the neutrality, integrity and privacy of the investigation.
• Assists and coaches other investigators, reviews investigation reports, and assist finalizing for Title IX Coordinator approval.
• Assists the Title IX Coordinator with required reports, information gathering for audits, and preparing responses to internal and external inquiries.
• Provides on-going updates regarding the status of complaints and investigations to the Title IX Coordinator (or supervisor of other investigations).
• Works closely with the Title IX Coordinator to review and synthesize allegations to determine applicable interim measures.
• Helps monitor compliance with all procedures, requirements, and time frames outlined in the University’s Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy and other relevant policies.
• Continuously identify and integrate leading practices in the Title IX investigation arena including participation in professional development.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with key stakeholders and partners and contributes to an environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Contributes to the overall success of the University by performing other duties as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator.