Equity and Civil Rights Investigator

Ubalt; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life plans

Tuition remission benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

UBalt is seeking an Equity and Civil Rights Investigator to conduct investigations into discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct under Title IX/VI and related laws. The role focuses on student cases but may handle employee matters as needed, reporting to the Title IX Coordinator and Assistant Dean of Students.

Hybrid schedule: on-campus three days, remote two days. Responsibilities include planning investigations, interviewing parties and witnesses, analyzing evidence, drafting reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; three years' experience in compliance investigation, employee relations, HR, or student conduct.
• Strong knowledge of Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA and FERPA; familiarity with civil rights laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prompt, impartial investigations of Title IX/VI complaints and related policies.
• Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses; collect and analyze evidence.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports with findings of fact and analysis.
• Recommend and coordinate interim measures and remedies with campus partners.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation using Maxient case management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Discretion and confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Maxient case management

Job description

Job Posting: JR102136 Equity and Civil Rights Investigator (Open)

Department: UBalt Student Support Pgms, PM

Position Type: Regular

Open Date: 08-24-2026

Close Date: $70,000 - $90,000

Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator and Assistant Dean of Students, the Equity and Civil Rights Investigator is responsible for conducting investigations pertaining to protected status discrimination and harassment, sexual misconduct, dating and domestic violence. This position plays a critical role in ensuring institutional compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX and other federal and state civil rights laws. The primary focus of this position will be cases involving students, but the investigator may handle employee-related cases, if needed.

The Investigator supports the development and implementation of training and outreach programs, works collaboratively across campus departments, and helps ensure that university policies and procedures promote a safe, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. As a member of Student Success and Support Services, the investigator will support campus-wide and divisional events and programs.

This is a hybrid position expected to work on campus three days and remote two days a week. However, there may be periodic instances during the academic year when additional on-campus presence is necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct prompt, impartial, and thorough investigations of complaints related to Title IX, Title VI, and other applicable laws and university policies.
• Develop investigation plans, interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses, and collect and analyze relevant evidence.
• Prepare comprehensive, detailed investigative reports with findings of fact and analysis in compliance with university policies and applicable law.
• Recommend and coordinate interim measures and supportive remedies with campus partners as necessary.
• Utilize case management software (Maxient) to maintain comprehensive documentation of investigation.

Educational and Training Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Title IX training for students.
• Assist in developing and delivering educational programs and training for students, faculty, and staff related to sexual misconduct, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Create and disseminate outreach materials, including brochures, posters, digital media, and training content.

Programmatic Support:

• Work collaboratively with other campus departments to support student programming and events related to Title IX, Title VI, diversity, equity and inclusion, including Sexual Assault Awareness month and student Welcome Week / orientation.
• Support Division events and initiatives, including special events and programming.

Additional Duties:

• Assist in the development of University policies and procedures.
• Suggest process improvements to support timely and equitable case handling.
• May participate in University or System committees related to Title IX, Title VI, ADA, and DEIB.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, Three years' experience in compliance investigation, employee relations, human resources or student conduct.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Professional experience in higher education environment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of relevant federal and state laws and regulations including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, Section 504, VAWA, and FERPA.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities; ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in higher education or with a government agency handling civil rights compliance preferred.
• Familiarity with case management systems and online training platforms, preferably Maxient.
• Ability to prioritize work appropriately while anticipating deadlines, as well as the ability to meet established deadlines in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with other administrative and academic departments, faculty, staff, students, alumni groups, and the general public.
• Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity toward experiences and expressions of trauma caused by sexual violence and harassment and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy.
• Substantial experience working with diverse populations, including populations of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective, collaborative relationships.

Benefits:

• health plans
• life plans
• prescription plans
• dental plans
• tuition remission benefits
• paid leave (22 days of annual, 15 days of sick, 3 days of personal, and 14-15 holidays)
• retirement plans with employer contributions

You can see more details on our benefits here.

The University of Baltimore ("UBalt" or "University") does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, age, disability, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other legally protected characteristics in its programs, activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution. Leaders learn here. We’ve been educating leaders for nearly 100 years; you know us through our faculty’s outstanding research and teaching; you know us thanks to the hard work and dedication of our alumni, students and staff. You know us because we are The University of Baltimore. Our 70-plus undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs and certificates are aligned with high-demand careers. Our classes are delivered in flexible formats—day, evening, weekend, online—to fit your life and your schedule.