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Department:
Equity & Title IX Operations
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Work Modality:
Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)
Union:
Excluded
Job Description:
Summary:
The Investigator is responsible for managing the day-to-day
responsibilities associated with the University’s Equity and Title
IX Office. Working under the overall supervision of the Assistant
Vice President for Equity and Title IX Coordinator and directly for
the Director for Equity and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, the
Investigator will have primary responsibility for investigating and
producing comprehensive reports regarding complaints of
discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation by
students, faculty or staff. This includes interviewing parties and
witnesses, collecting evidence, and drafting high-quality
investigation reports and documents within established timelines,
and making finding of facts to resolve complaints, in accordance
with the University’s discrimination policies. The Equity and Title
IX Investigator will also participate in assessing incoming reports
and complaints, making recommendations regarding supportive
measures, and assist in implementing training and education focused
on Title VII, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and other federal
and/or local civil rights laws.
Essential Functions:
1.) Assessment and Investigation
Initial assessment includes collaborating in reviewing reports and complaints in a timely manner to ensure a prompt response and evaluating the need for supportive measures, assistance and resources for individuals engaged in the process. Conduct prompt and thorough investigations, including development of an investigation plan, drafting notice of investigations and other essential correspondence, identifying and interviewing witnesses, gathering information and data, keeping accurate and…
thorough records and notes of the investigation process, applying the policy, and preparing a detailed report with an analysis, and a finding based on a preponderance of the evidence, where the policy calls for the investigator to make a finding. Responsible for managing all communications with parties, advisors and witnesses. Assures compliance with timelines, acts as an impartial party, maintains a high level of confidentiality and discretion, and ensures a prompt, fair and neutral process for all parties. As the assigned investigator in cases of complaints alleging all forms of discrimination as defined by federal and local law, and all forms of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual violence and dating and domestic violence, the incumbent completes complex investigations with a great deal of independence with respect to the day-to-day tasks that must be completed.
2.) Training, Outreach and Education
- Assist in the development and implementation of educational
materials and training for faculty, staff and students regarding
compliance with Title VII, Title VI, Title IX, VAWA, the ADA and
other federal and local laws and regulations, and assist in
outreach activities designed to communicate the responsibilities of
the Equity and Title IX Office. Collaborate with the Office of
Inclusive Excellence to ensure University training and engagement
efforts are implemented.
3.) Monitor Legal Developments and Best Practices
- Stay abreast of developments in law, policy and best practices
related to employment and education discrimination and harassment
and investigation processes. Engage in required trainings to ensure
skills and knowledge are current. Other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
- Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
- Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
- Building and Supporting Teams.
- Championing Customer Needs.
- Developing Plans.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Full-time.
- 35 hours per week.
- Hybrid work modality.
Salary Range:
- $93,771.00 - $100,000.00 annually.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree.
- 5 or more years of related experience conducting prompt,
thorough, and equitable investigations regarding allegations of
harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, and sexual violence
or the equivalent legal experience OR a Juris Doctor plus 2 or more
years of related experience conducting prompt, thorough, and
equitable investigations regarding allegations of harassment,
discrimination, sexual misconduct, and sexual violence or the
equivalent legal experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctor.
- 8 - 10 years of relevant experience.
- Requisite knowledge, training and experience related to federal
and local discrimination laws and related regulations, such as
Title VII, Title VI, Title IX, ADA and the ADEA, as well as VAWA,
strongly preferred.
- Experience working in higher education preferred.
Travel Required:
- On campus or within the Washington, DC area.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Experience handling confidential information with tact,
discretion, and sensitivity.
- Demonstrated strong skill in writing concise, logical
analytical reports to convey complex issues.
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Cross-cultural competency.
- Must be comfortable with technology, including maintaining
content on websites and identifying and vetting online training
programs.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Other Duties:
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with
or without notice.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package.
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Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful
completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must
deliver their services to the university from either the District
of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the
university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.
- American University is an
E-Verify employer.
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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and
regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy),
age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal
appearance, gender identity and expression, family
responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran
status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases
under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its
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