University Investigator

Rider University; Lawrenceville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Rider University invites applications for University Investigators who investigate complaints of harassment and discrimination, including sexual harassment and assault, under Rider’s policies.

The role supports a workplace and educational environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation by conducting thorough, reliable, and impartial investigations and timely resolution of formal complaints.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience conducting formal complaint investigations.
• Formal training related to Title IX, Title VI, student/employee conduct or HR investigations.
• Ability to analyze and apply legal and internal policy standards to situations.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with diplomacy and impartiality.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, interviewing, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and oral communication in detailed investigation reports.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Google applications, and student conduct databases.
• Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal investigations of harassment and discrimination complaints.
• Prepare thorough, reliable, and impartial investigation reports.
• Assist in timely resolution of formal complaints under university policies.
• Coordinate with campus units and maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.

Skills

Investigation experience

Policy interpretation

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Student conduct databases

Job description

We take pride in the ever-evolving nature of our work, which transforms the lives of our students, preparing them for personal and professional success.

Rider University is consistently recognized by The Prin ceton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 19 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.

Position Overview

Rider University invites applications for University Investigators. The University Investigators serve as part of a team that investigates complaints of harassment and discrimination, including sexual harassment and assault, pursuant to Rider’s Anti-Harassment and Non-Discrimination Policy, as well as complaints involving the Student Code of Social Conduct and employee policies. The position supports the University in providing a workplace and educational environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation by conducting thorough, reliable, and impartial investigations and timely resolution of formal complaints. Other assignments as required.

This position is a hybrid position (largely remote with some in-person responsibilities) and is paid per diem.

Pay rate as an Investigator will be $50 an hour. Pay rate for other responsibilities/assignments/training will be $30 an hour.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• At least two years of professional experience conducting formal complaint investigations, preferably involving issues of alleged sexual conduct, student code of conduct, and employee conduct matters.


• Formal training directly related to Title IX, Title VI, student / employee conduct or human resources investigations.


• Demonstrated ability to accurately analyze and apply legal and internal policy standards to specific situations.


• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with diplomacy, impartiality, and excellent judgment.


• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organizational, interviewing, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.


• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate orally and in written communications, including the ability to convey relevant information in clearly written, detailed reports.


• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.


• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.


• Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive and/or stressful situations in a professional, confidential, and trauma-informed manner.


• Computer literacy and experience using Microsoft Office, Google applications and student conduct databases is essential.


• Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Undergraduate degree strongly preferred.


• Experience working in higher education is preferred.

Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.

Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.