TITLE IX INVESTIGATOR

Humboldt State University; Arcata (CA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

PERS retirement

15 holidays/year

Education fee waiver

Job summary

Cal Poly Humboldt seeks an experienced Title IX Investigator to conduct thorough, neutral investigations into complaints under CSU policies. You will interview parties and witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare detailed reports while prioritizing privacy and trauma-informed approaches.

You will oversee outreach and education programs across campus and may coordinate hearings when required, contributing to a safer and more compliant campus community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Three years of experience in investigations, compliance with state/federal laws, and report writing in higher education.
• Preferred: Title IX compliance experience and JD or related advanced degree.
• Experience with case management systems and working with diverse campus communities.

Responsibilities

• Investigate formal complaints under CSU Nondiscrimination Policy with neutrality and thoroughness.
• Interview all parties and relevant witnesses; gather information and documents.
• Prepare preliminary and final investigation reports; oversee evidence review.
• Coordinate outreach and education on discrimination, harassment, and retaliation policies.
• Provide training and facilitated sessions for faculty, staff, and students; manage hearing coordination when needed.

Skills

Investigations

Report writing

Policy compliance

Interviewing

Training delivery

Communication

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD or advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Case IQ

Job description

TITLE IX INVESTIGATOR

Job no: 559158
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Humboldt
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Department: Title IX

Job #559158

Close Date: August 31, 2026

(Internal Only)

At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future.

Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs. Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have more than 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs — all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability. Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt.

Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field. As part of the California State University (CSU) system, Cal Poly Humboldt is part of one of the nation’s largest and most impactful public university systems, where education, innovation, and service create meaningful change for California and beyond. See what it’s like to work at the CSU—watch ourvideo and imagine your future at Cal Poly Humboldt.

(Job #559159) Administrator I, Title IX Investigator, CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,135 – $12,288 per month, Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,135 - $6,405 per month. Final salary placement is commensurate with experience, internal equity, and budget considerations. This is a full-time, benefited, exempt, 12-month pay plan, at-will position in the Title IX Department. This position is an Administrator I in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP). Under this plan, incumbents are subject to normal management reviews and serve at the pleasure of the University President. Additional information can be found at: http://www.calstate.edu/HRAdm/policies/mpp.shtml . This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 15 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.humboldt.edu/hr/employee-benefits .

Please note that this is an internal recruitment open only to active, stateside, Cal Poly Humboldt Employees.

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Title IX Coordinator, the Title IX Investigator conducts well-documented investigations as a neutral party into complaints filed by students, faculty, and staff that fall under the CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy, and provides detailed, unbiased reports on findings of material facts relevant to investigation. Throughout the investigative process, the Investigator interfaces directly with parties and witnesses to a case, directing them to university resources and prioritizing the privacy of student concerns, policy compliance, and a trauma informed approach in all direct interactions. The Investigator also oversees the development and delivery of Title IX and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation (DHR) Prevention outreach and education presentations across campus and serves as a Hearing Coordinator when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate formal complaints of prohibited conduct covered under the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy – 70%

• Conduct intake interviews with students and employees identified as complainants in an incident report or formal complaint
• Inform parties to a case of their rights and responsibilities under CSU policy
• Provide supportive measures and resource referrals to all parties
• For cases involving a formal complaint accepted for investigation, act as a neutral, independent investigator and conduct prompt, thorough, unbiased investigations of reported incidents consistent with CSU policy:

(1) Interview all parties and relevant witnesses

(2) Identify and gather information and documents relevant to the resolution of the complaint

(3) Prepare and submit a preliminary investigation report

(4) Oversee Review of Evidence process

(5) Prepare and submit a final investigation report

(6) As needed, prepare documentation to initiate and complete the informal resolution process consistent with CSU policy

• Maintain accurate and thorough records and notes of the investigative process in case management system
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of a robust outreach education program
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct training and facilitated sessions with faculty, staff, and students focused on issues of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and sexualized violence, and the provisions of CSU policy specific to these violations
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders on projects related to sex/gender discrimination, harassment, and retaliation

Hearing Coordination – 5%

• For formal complaints that proceed to hearing in which this position is not the assigned investigator
• Manage all aspects of the CSU policy-mandated hearing process (planning and execution of hearings), which includes scheduling hearings
• Notifying witnesses of the hearing; coordinating videoconferencing
• Liaising with Hearing Officer; and managing all hearing related tasks

Other Duties as Assigned – 5%

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include:

• Ability to conduct prompt and thorough investigations under relevant campus policies and to act as an independent, neutral third-party for all parties
• Ability to assess and negotiate highly complex, confidential and sensitive matters, while maintaining objectivity and neutrality
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters with competing priorities simultaneously
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing needs and priorities on a daily basis
• Superior analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to maintain detailed and thorough records of reports and investigations
• Understanding of the complexities surrounding investigations in an educational setting
• Understanding of the sensitivity and thoughtfulness required when handling matters of discrimination, harassment and sexual violence
• Success in working with diverse communities and a demonstrated commitment to diversity
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with others, including students, staff, and faculty
• Ability to facilitate productive conversations on difficult topics with various constituencies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Three years of experience in positions responsible for compliance with state and federal laws and regulations; investigations and report writing; higher education human resources; higher education student health services; or higher education student conduct

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing Title IX compliance tasks
• Experience conducting investigations and making findings
• JD or advanced degree related to Title IX
• Experience using the Case IQ case management system

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.

Class Code: 3318
Publication Date: 07/31/2026

Advertised: 31 Jul 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Aug 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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• Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled) 1