ENMU System Investigator (Title IX, Civil Rights)

Position Overview

Position Summary:

Under limited direction of the ENMU System Title IX Coordinator, the ENMU System Investigator (Title IX, Civil Rights) is responsible for accountability and compliance with federal and state laws, as well as ENMU policies and procedures related to discrimination/harassment; as well as conducting thorough and prompt Title IX, civil rights and/or affirmative action investigations for the ENMU System campuses (Portales, Roswell, and Ruidoso).

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with Title IX, HR, and Student Affairs staff, as well as appropriate offices at all system locations, and community partners.
• Investigates complaints as assigned by the Title IX Coordinator, prepares an investigative plan and timeline, identifies and interviews witnesses, and gathers and secures relevant evidence. Ensures a well-documented investigation process.
• Creates a comprehensive written investigative report for the Title IX Coordinator, HR, or Student Affairs and participates in the hearing board process as needed.
• Recommends appropriate sanctions for Policy violations, in accordance with university policy.
• Maintains accurate and thorough investigation files and reports.
• Ensures compliance with FERPA and other state, federal, and System student record policies.
• Assists the Title IX Coordinator with training and outreach efforts.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee and student Title IX training records, including but not limited to the administration of online training systems.
• Provides updates to executive leadership and stakeholders as necessary.
• Assists in Title IX regulatory compliance, including but not limited to policy review, training, and program review.
• Identifies and integrates investigation best practices.
• May assist in administrative duties, including but not limited to filing, requisitions, budget review, purchasing, etc.
• Actively foster and maintain a climate that is supportive of students and respectful of differences.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent amount of education and/or experience in personnel administration, employee relations, labor relations, law enforcement, civil rights enforcement, or related field.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Investigator certification. Will be expected to obtain within one year of employment.
• Experience with a case management system (e.g. Maxient or Advocate).
• Experience working in or with institutions of higher education.
• Experience in complaint, incident, and/or grievance investigation and resolution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Federal and State Laws (Title IX, Title VII, VAWA, FERPA).
• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to remain unbiased.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent attention to detail regarding facts, relevance, and investigation documentation.
• Must be able to think critically, analyze information, and evaluate results.
• Must be able to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individuals.

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

This position is based out of our Portales campus and will involve occasional travel to system offices. Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demand and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link at the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Contact information for three references (blind or off-list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
• Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

Please ensure that you attach all required documents, even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU, as the committee does not have access to those records.