Director Of Investigations

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Director of Investigations

Duties: Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President and Title IX Coordinator, the Director of Investigations is primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day responsibilities associated with the University’s Non-Discrimination/Harassment Policy and Complaint Procedures, Title IX/Sexual Misconduct/VAWA Policy and Complaint Procedures for Employees and Students, and related policies associated with internal investigations and compliance with federal and state employment laws, such as the Faculty and Staff Grievance Procedures as well as the University Collegiality Policy. Serving in the capacity as the Chief Investigator, the Director is responsible for conducting and managing investigations of discrimination, sexual misconduct, and retaliation, in addition to identifying and developing best practices for conducting internal investigations. This position works closely with division and/or University offices such as, the Office of the General Counsel, Human Resource Services, and the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, when conducting internal investigations and providing factual investigative information for external legal proceedings. The Director may also be tasked with collaborating on the development and implementation of policies and training modules relative to the University’s non-discrimination/harassment and Title IX/VAWA policies, federal and state non-discrimination laws, regulations, and procedures. The Director will serve as the primary contact for assisting with the preparation, collection, and dissemination of fact related requests for information and for managing the data collection, file preparation, and record retention for all investigation files. The Director may be required to assist in outreach, both internal and external to the University, in implementation of policies, and the University’s Affirmative Action Plans, unit/divisional initiatives, and training programs. Conduct and manage the day-to-day investigation process for alleged complaints of discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), retaliation, workplace bullying, and Title IX/Sexual Misconduct/VAWA; Serve as Chief Investigator for case referral from the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, and other units as assigned; Develop comprehensive plans for record retention, case management, and investigation policies, procedures and protocols; Develop a comprehensive investigative plan for each complaint by reviewing the information of each, prior to the dissemination of the complaint to the Assistant Director for review and investigation; Conduct prompt, thorough, comprehensive, confidential investigations, by conducting interviews of the complainant, respondent, and potential witnesses of harassment, discrimination, and/or applicable policy violations; Provide consistent and effective supervision of Assistant Director and assigned staff; Prepare investigation reports and summaries of findings for complainant, respondents, and appropriate University administrators, which may include recommendations for corrective actions that appropriately address issues contained in affirmative action complaints, grievances and/or workplace inquiries; Utilize applicable legal research methods and investigatory principles to determine outcome of affirmative action investigations/inquiries; Communicate and develop policies related to current legal trends and legislative updates related to Title IX/Sexual Misconduct/VAWA; Assist departments/colleges with affirmative action inquiries; Assist all divisions with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, as they pertain to affirmative action and/or applicable compliance issues including, but not limited to, University policy prohibiting discrimination on the basis of a disability, sexual orientation, sexual harassment, and retaliation; Conduct compliance for the Academic Division training with respect to affirmative action, and/or employment discrimination/harassment prevention, Title IX/Sexual Misconduct/VAWA; Manage the ADA accommodations process and procedures; Maintain high levels of responsiveness, follow-through, and customer service; Other duties as assigned.

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