Title IX & Civil Rights Investigator

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Civil Rights Investigator in the Legal Affairs | Civil Rights Compliance Office. The role conducts investigations into discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, and acts as a Title IX investigator for student and employee cases.

The incumbent maintains privacy, ensures compliance with FERPA and university policies, and prepares comprehensive, well-documented reports for timely resolution across university offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two years of professional investigation experience.
• Experience in student conduct, HR, or law/discipline offices.
• Ability to manage highly sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong written reporting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints involving protected class discrimination and harassment.
• Serve as Title IX investigator for student and employee cases.
• Maintain neutral, trauma-informed investigations and thorough files.
• Prepare comprehensive written investigative reports.

Skills

Investigation

Interviews

Confidentiality

Policy analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate or Master's (desired)

Tools

Electronic databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Civil Rights Investigator in the Legal Affairs | Civil Rights Compliance Office. The role conducts investigations into discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, and acts as a Title IX investigator for student and employee cases.

The incumbent maintains privacy, ensures compliance with FERPA and university policies, and prepares comprehensive, well-documented reports for timely resolution across university offices.