Civil Rights & Title IX Investigator

UM29 Salisbury University (SU); United States; On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University is seeking a Civil Rights & Title IX Investigator to conduct investigations of nondiscrimination policy violations and provide guidance on fair practices campus-wide. The role supports the Institutional Equity Office and participates in training to promote compliance with legal and policy requirements.

The position reports to the AVP of Institutional Equity and offers full-time exempt status with comprehensive benefits; priority review by November 12, 2026, or until filled.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented with strong interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects under pressure independently and in teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate or support investigations of violations of nondiscrimination policies including EEO, Civil Rights and Title IX.
• Serve as a point of contact for students, faculty and staff on fair practices and compliance training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Posting: JR102277 Civil Rights & Title IX Investigator (Open)

Department: Institutional Equity Office, PM

Position Type: Regular

Open Date: 10-29-2026

Close Date: $72,000 - $82,000

Job Description: Job Summary

This position primarily conducts or supports investigations of allegations of violations of the University's nondiscrimination policies including EEO, employment discrimination, Civil Rights, and Title IX. The position also serves as a point-of-contact for students, faculty and staff across campus dealing with issues of fair practices. It supports the office staff and others to implement the fair practices goals of the strategic plan and provides training to encourage faculty, staff and students to comply with legal and policy anti-discrimination requirements.

Authority and Accountability

Position reports to the AVP of Institutional Equity

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Three to five years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, law, law enforcement/criminal justice or conflict analysis dispute resolution or one to three years of related experience and a master's degree in business, human resources, law, law enforcement/criminal justice or conflict analysis dispute resolution.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem solving, follow through, time management, and oral & written communication skills.
• Must be flexible and possess the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and work well under pressure, independently, and in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Investigation experience on civil rights, employment, EEO, or law enforcement.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by November 12, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process.

Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Equal Opportunity

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

About Salisbury University

Salisbury University sets success in motion. A member of the University System of Maryland, SU is a regionally accredited four-year comprehensive institution offering 63 distinct graduate and undergraduate programs. The beautiful 200-acre campus is a warm and friendly environment for faculty, staff and students. SU is located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, close Atlantic beaches and a few hours from major metropolitan cities.