School Incident Investigator

Richland County School District One; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One in Columbia, SC is seeking a School Incident Investigator to conduct prompt, thorough investigations into employee misconduct, workplace concerns, and Title IX matters in a K-12 context.

The role involves interviewing parties, gathering evidence, writing comprehensive reports, and ensuring due process while collaborating with Employee Relations, Legal Services, and district leaders. Requires a bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in Education, HR, Criminal Justice, Public Admin, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute.
• Experience in K-12 public school district investigations preferred.
• Knowledge of Title IX and employment laws beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes investigations with intake and witness interviews.
• Collects, reviews, analyzes evidence, maintains files.
• Prepares objective investigative reports per policy and law.
• Drafts notices and case documentation.
• Ensures compliance with Title IX and district policies.
• Collaborates with Employee Relations, Legal Services, HR, and admins.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional judgment.
• Keeps knowledge of best practices and attends trainings.

Skills

Investigation techniques

Interviewing

Report writing

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, HR, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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School Incident Investigator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5956084
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 09, 2026 3:25 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Richland County School District One, South Carolina
Classification Description

Classification Title: School Incident Investigator
FLSA: Hourly
Days: As needed/PRN
Salary Range: $29.38 - $35.58/hr (Based on Experience)

Under general supervision, conducts prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations related to employee misconduct, workplace concerns, and Title IX-related complaints, including matters arising from school-based incidents that may involve students and employees. Work involves fact-finding, interviewing parties and witnesses, gathering and analyzing evidence, and preparing comprehensive investigative reports in accordance with district policies, applicable laws, and due process requirements. The employee works closely with the Office of Employee Relations, school administrators, and district leadership. Reports to the Coordinator of Employee Relations or designee.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Plans and executes investigations by developing investigative plans and conducting intake and follow up interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes documentary, electronic, and physical evidence.
• Maintains accurate, detailed, and organized investigative files, including notes, timelines, and evidence logs.
• Prepares clear, objective, and comprehensive investigative reports summarizing allegations, evidence, findings of fact, credibility assessments, and conclusions based on applicable standards.
• Draft professional correspondence related to investigations, including notices, interview summaries, and case documentation.
• Ensures investigations are conducted in compliance with district policies, Title IX regulations, and applicable federal and state laws.
• Ensures equitable treatment of all parties throughout the investigative process and adherence to due process requirements.
• Collaborates with Employee Relations, Legal Services, Risk Management, Human Resources, school administrators, and district leadership regarding assigned investigations.
• Serves as liaison with external agencies, including law enforcement or child protective services, when appropriate.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and exercises sound professional judgment at all times and communicates information to designated parties only.
• Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, Board policies, administrative rules, and directives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties

• Maintains current knowledge of investigative best practices, Title IX requirements, and employment law.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Training

Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field. Master's Degree preferred Relevant experience in a K12 public school district, human resources, employee relations, compliance, legal, or administrative investigations may substitute for preferred formal education. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of office equipment, including computers, telephones, and related devices. Must be able to exert up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. Work is primarily sedentary but may involve walking or standing for periods of time and traveling between district sites.

Data Conception:
Requires the ability to compare, analyze, and evaluate facts, evidence, and information to determine relevance, credibility, and consistency.

Interpersonal Communications:
Requires the ability to speak with individuals and groups to convey and exchange information clearly and professionally, including receiving assignments and providing information to administrators, employees, and external agencies.

Language Ability:
Requires the ability to read and interpret policies, procedures, laws, regulations, correspondence, and reports. Requires the ability to prepare investigative reports and written correspondence using proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Requires the ability to speak with poise, clarity, and confidence.

Intelligence:
Requires the ability to apply logical thinking to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions while managing multiple variables and complex situations.

Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to explain procedures, ask appropriate interview questions, follow oral and written instructions, and communicate effectively with individuals of varying backgrounds.

Numerical Aptitude:
Requires the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and interpret timelines, percentages, and data as related to investigative findings.

Form/Spatial Aptitude:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.

Motor Coordination:
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery.

Manual Dexterity:
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in the operation of office equipment and the preparation of written and electronic materials.

Interpersonal Temperament:
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and managing sensitive, confidential, or contentious situations.

Physical Communications:
Requires the ability to talk and hear, including communicating effectively in person, by telephone, and through virtual platforms.

Performance Evaluation Criteria

Job Knowledge:
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of investigative methods, district policies, Title IX requirements, and applicable employment laws. Applies sound judgment and maintains neutrality and professionalism in all investigations.

Quality of Work:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high-quality communication and interaction with all district departments and divisions, co-workers, and the public.

Quantity of Work:
Completes assigned investigations efficiently and within established timelines while maintaining quality standards.

Dependability:
Assumes responsibility for assigned work, meets deadlines, and adheres to district policies and procedures.

Attendance:
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to district policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to time-off requests.

Judgment:
Exercises analytical judgment, identifies issues, evaluates alternatives, and reaches sound, defensible conclusions.

Relationships with Others:
Establishes and maintains effective, professional working relationships with district staff, administrators, and external agencies. Handles sensitive matters with discretion and respect.

Safety and Housekeeping:
Adheres to all safety standards and maintains an orderly and professional work environment.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Latoya Curry
• 1616 Richland Street
• Columbia, South Carolina 29201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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