Title IX/EEO Investigator

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami invites applications for a Civil Rights Investigator role within the Office of Civil Rights. You will conduct impartial investigations into discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct involving faculty, staff and students, analyze complaints, interview witnesses, gather documents, and draft detailed reports in alignment with FIU policies and federal laws.

You will advise the university community, collaborate across units, respond to external

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 4 years, or JD/PhD/EdD with 2 years.
• Experience conducting civil rights investigations or related investigations.
• Knowledge of Title VI/Title VII/Title IX, ADA and related campus compliance areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct impartial and timely investigations into discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation.
• Interview parties and witnesses and gather relevant documentation.
• Draft detailed investigative reports that summarize evidence and apply policy.
• Provide guidance to students, faculty and staff and coordinate with intake, HR, legal counsel and units.

Skills

Investigation skills

Interviewing witnesses

Confidentiality

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Bachelor's degree + 6 years

Master's degree + 4 years

JD/PhD/EdD + 2 years

Job description

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Civil Rights Investigator investigates discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct allegations filed with the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) as well as those filed with external agencies. Works with units across the University to respond to, investigate, remediate, and educate regarding Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, and Section 504.

• Conducts impartial and timely investigations into allegations of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation involving faculty, staff, and students and in accordance with FIU 105, FIU 106, and applicable law. Investigation includes but is not limited to: Analyzing complaints to identify allegations and relevant witnesses; Interviewing parties and witnesses; Gathering relevant documentation and evidence; Drafting detailed investigative reports that summarize evidence gathered, analyze evidence gathered and apply evidence to relevant regulation and policy; and Explaining and participating in university grievance proceedings. Applies trauma-informed and best practices, maintains confidentiality, meets established timelines, and coordinates with intake, supportive measures, and case management staff as required.
• Provides advice and guidance to students, faculty, and staff on issues of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Maintains collaborative relationships with academic and administrative units, human resources personnel, legal counsel, and external entities to ensure effective and timely efforts to address issues of civil rights compliance.
• Responds to external agencies, including providing assistance with drafting position statements and providing requested data.
• Maintains knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to higher education, labor and employment, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, Clery Act, Sections 504, and ADA. Maintains high level of professional acumen through on-going training and professional development. Implements best practices as they relate to investigations.
• May supervise assigned staff, students and interns for project-based activities as needed.
• Ensures investigative files are well-documented throughout the investigative process. Maintains accurate and thorough records and notes documenting events within the investigatory process.
• Assists in development and implementation of training programs for faculty, staff and students. Assist with the creation of educational and outreach awareness to the university community.
• Provides periodic and timely updates regarding the status of complaints received and investigations in progress to leadership and other parties.
• Collaborates with leadership and University partners to identify and address systemic issues and concerns.
• Assists with the development and implementation of a case management database to organize, manage, and track reported concerns.
• Upholds the established rights of the parties. Exhibits the highest standards of integrity and respect for parties, witnesses, and stakeholders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of relevant experience or Master's degree and four (4) years relevant experience or JD, PhD, EdD and two (2) years relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional experience conducting civil rights investigations or related investigation experience, such as labor and employment, law enforcement,sexual misconduct or legal investigations.

Job Category

• Administrative

Advertised Salary

• $67,000 - $72,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check

Other Information

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [e-mail]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.