Position Details

Position Details

Job TitleEQUITY & TITLE IX INVESTIGATORPosition Number8102355Job CategoryUniversity StaffJob TypeFull-TimeFLSA StatusExemptCampusRogers Park-Lake Shore CampusDepartment NameEQUITY AND TITLE IX COMPLIANCELocation CodeEQUITY & TITLE IX COMPLIANCE (4650A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded? NoDuties and Responsibilities

•Reports directly to the University’s Executive Director – Equity and Title IX Compliance Coordinator.
•Investigates and assists in resolving complaints of gender-based and bias-motivated discrimination and misconduct (including but not limited to harassment, abuse, bias, inequity, violence or threat thereof, and any other misconduct that alleged to have been motivated by the harmed party’s protected characteristics or identities) among faculty, staff, student, and other covered entities within the University community.
•Conducts prompt, thorough, impartial, reliable, and person-centered investigations into allegations contained within the aforementioned complaints.
•Develops, communicates, and implements the procedural timeline and process expectations to all parties.
•Interviews complainants, respondents, witnesses, and other individuals as relevant to the alleged misconduct.
•Gathers, reviews, and impartially analyzes available data and evidence to determine or recommend findings of responsibility and/or propose appropriate resolutions/outcomes.
•Identifies and applies University policies relevant to a complaint.
•Drafts concise and logical written reports presenting steps taken in investigations, investigative findings, and relevant documentation/evidence to all involved parties.
•Collaborates with campus and community partners to make recommendations and implement reasonable measures to resolve complaints.
•Diligently updates and maintains case files and other records related to complaints.
•Delivers presentations, training, and other educational programming to faculty, staff, & student populations.
•Assists with data collection and preparation for reports, presentations, and other publications required by law (e.g. Clery, Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act) or as requested by Title IX Coordinator or other University senior leadership.
•Maintains a high level of cultural competence, overall responsiveness, attention to detail, and the ability to exercise excellent and unbiased judgment and reasoning.
•Continuously identifies and integrates best practices in Title IX, Title VII, and other student- and employee-related regulatory investigation fields.
•Possesses an ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality and remain impartial in complex and emotionally charged situations.
•Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Juris Doctorate or Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field; and at least two to three years of related investigatory experience.

Qualifications

•Knowledge of applicable state and federal civil rights legislation and/or policies and procedures.
•Prior experience conducting Title IX and/or Title VII discrimination/equity/bias related investigations.
•Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving, interviewing, and investigation.
•Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency and the ability to effectively relate and communicate across difference.
•Excellent organizational, time management, and written & verbal communications skills, including teamwork and interpersonal communication.
•Exceptional critical thinking skills to facilitate resolution of challenging scenarios, including the ability to analyze sensitive, complex, and confidential topics.
•Investigatory experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Title IX Certification

Computer Skills

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoRequired operation of university owned vehiclesNoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact? NoPhysical DemandsNoneWorking ConditionsNoneOpen DateClose DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsQuick Link for Postinghttp://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/12785Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Juris Doctorate or Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have two to three years of related investigatory experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you possess Title IX Certification?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents