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Investigator
The candidate will provide professional and technical support to the University by assessing, investigating and resolving discrimination and/or harassment complaints on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or veteran status. This includes investigating alleged violations of Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking. Conduct initial review and complete investigations of allegations of discrimination or harassment (including allegations of gender-based violence) involving faculty, staff and students at the University. Investigations will include conducting a preliminary review of the complaint, making determinations concerning the necessity for a formal investigation, interviewing relevant individuals and reviewing documents or other evidence. Evaluate which issues are appropriate for them to resolve on their own and which issues need to be referred to the Director of Equal Opportunity or the University's Title IX Coordinator. Intake complaints and assess appropriate resolution process and procedural protocol to be followed. Provide consultation and education to students, faculty, and/or staff on discriminatory practices, equity matters, policies, procedures, and options for resolution of complaint matters. Investigate complaints of discrimination and harassment filed by students, staff, faculty, or other individuals in compliance with federal, state or local laws, executive orders and University policies and procedures. Process investigations, analyses and report findings and conclusions of complaints filed with the department. Ensure effective, efficient, thorough and impartial investigations while ensuring attention to detail and accuracy regarding facts, relevance and investigation documentation. Investigation duties will include: developing an investigation plan, analyzing complaint to identify allegations, interviewing complainant and respondents, identifying and interviewing witnesses, identifying and collecting relevant documentation, appropriately documenting interviews and other investigation findings according to the department investigation process format and analyzing information gleaned from investigation to determine findings. Report detailed written analysis and findings from complaint investigation to the appropriate administrator in accordance with applicable EEO legal requirements and the department investigation process format. Provide regular updates to the team about case management approach, status and progress. Maintain accurate and thorough investigatory records and reports of finding(s). Prepare materials for, assist with, and participate in appeals, as necessary. Facilitate, within specific time constraints, informal resolution of protected class complaints, when appropriate. Document efforts and conclusion of informal resolution. Interact with students, faculty, managers, administrators, and employees at all levels of the University in performing investigative and informal resolution duties. Collaborate with University Counsel and Employee Relations with investigations involving the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Office of Civil Rights, as well as complaints raised by other applicable outside agencies, organizations and constituencies. Evaluate the appropriateness of involvement of the department and recommend to the appropriate administrator matters to be referred. Collaborate with other campus offices as appropriate. Serve as one of the subject matter experts on equity and diversity matters and related policies and procedures. Review and participate in updates to University policies and procedures to ensure compliance with equal opportunity laws and regulations. Provide education and training to students, faculty and staff on issues of prohibited harassment or discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, as assigned. Demonstrate a commitment to the University's Inclusive Excellence Principles. Provide other services as assigned.

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