Function of Position:
The Title IX/Civil Rights Investigator is a key role in ensuring MCC's adherence to federal and state law, as well as college policies. This position is responsible for conducting prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations of complaints and allegations involving sexual misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and related violations of college policy affecting students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Investigator will manage the investigation process, gather and analyze evidence,…
interview parties and witnesses, prepare detailed investigation reports, and provide findings and recommendations, while ensuring procedural fairness and confidentiality throughout all stages of the investigative process. In addition, the investigator will participate in in relevant training and professional development opportunities. This position reports to Director, Title IX & Title VI.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:
Primary Functions:
- Conduct, prompt, thorough, impartial investigations in adherence with College policies, procedures, and Student Code of Conduct as assigned
- Engage in informal resolution processes when appropriate
- Conduct preliminary inquiries into complaints as assigned
- Correspond and conduct interviews with relevant parties and document all steps of the investigative process
- Prepare high-quality written investigation reports with evidence, analysis, and clear fact-finding
- Interpret and apply College policy and procedure
- Maintain strict confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information in accordance with College policy, Federal and State regulations
- Maintain current knowledge of related civil rights laws (Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, Clery Act, NYS 129A/B, ADA, FERPA)
- Participate in grievance process hearings or meetings as related to the investigation outcome
Secondary Functions:
- Assist in training and education initiatives for employees and students, as well as maintenance and distribution of manuals, guides, and training materials to increase awareness of College policies, Student Code of Conduct, and reporting mechanisms within the College
- Connect students to appropriate campus resources
- Attendance in college committees and department meetings
- Collaborate with professional organization resources as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director
MCC Expectations:
- Responsible for adhering to the College Code of Conduct
- Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment
- Responsible for maintaining technological competencies utilized by the College
- Commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college
- Commitment to consistent professional development and professional growth
Required Qualifications:
- Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution in public administration, human resources, law, education, business, or a related field
- Minimum of two years of professional experience in conducting formal civil rights and/or discrimination investigations in accordance with federal and state laws
- Experience with MS Office and student information systems
- Excellent oral skills
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage effectively via phone, email, in person, and virtually
- Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, logical, and grammatically correct written reports that convey complex and sensitive issues objectively
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with campus departments, administrators, and community members
- Working knowledge of civil rights law and regulations (Title IX, Title VI, ADA, FERPA)
- Demonstrated sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential and highly sensitive information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Earned a master's degree/JD in a related field
- Earned certification in Title IX investigator training
- Higher Education experience
- Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs, and commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus
