Civil Rights Investigator - Higher Ed Compliance (Hybrid)

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington in Seattle seeks an Investigator to perform comprehensive fact-finding across civil rights matters, including Title VI/IX and ADA, reporting to the Manager of Civil Rights Investigations.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate and at least three years of investigation experience, strong written-report and testimony skills, and the ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism. Hybrid schedule with limited telework is available.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and three years of professional work experience.
• Deep working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations related to nondiscrimination (Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, WLAD, ADA).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to be impartial and establish rapport with diverse community members.
• Excellent critical thinking, analytical skills, and ability to facilitate resolution of challenges.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with professionalism and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints internally within the University asserting violations of UW policies, including discrimination and harassment policies.
• Investigate complaints filed with external agencies (EEOC, WS HRC, etc.) and manage related processes.
• Conduct investigations in accordance with laws, regulations, and case law; testify as needed in internal proceedings.
• Lead coordination with departments, HR, and legal personnel; support settlement discussions where appropriate.
• Prepare detailed written reports and provide reliable testimony explaining findings and rationales.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Impartiality

Professionalism

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

The University of Washington in Seattle seeks an Investigator to perform comprehensive fact-finding across civil rights matters, including Title VI/IX and ADA, reporting to the Manager of Civil Rights Investigations.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate and at least three years of investigation experience, strong written-report and testimony skills, and the ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism. Hybrid schedule with limited telework is available.