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Job Title:

Compliance Investigator, Office of Gender Equity and Title IX

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$53,015 - $62,550

Basic Function:

Investigate formal complaints that fall under a variety of federal regulations such as Title VII, Title IX, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc. Provide support in creating and coordinating the university’s Gender Equity and Title IX compliance programs. Reports to Director, Gender Equity and Title IX Coordinator.

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Act as a neutral party in conducting prompt and thorough formal investigations of alleged incidents, and provides a detailed, unbiased report regarding the findings of the investigation, as well as an analysis that tracks the applicable policies and legal standards.

• Provide information and conduct trainings related to an overview of compliance topics such as Title IX, Title VII, support resources available on and off campus, reporting options, the University's grievance procedures, and employee reporting obligations.

• Assist with preparation, communication, and implementation of the Gender Equity and Title IX compliance plan by providing analysis and insight into the quantitative/statistical analysis and data relationships within the plans.

• Provide statistical information for division heads, colleges, and departments regarding goals for faculty, staff and students.

• Analyze data quantitatively and qualitatively to identify trends, strengths and opportunities for improvement in achievement of Title IX goals.

• Monitor and audit accuracy and integrity of transactions in the database management systems to ensure complete and accurate transfer of data from each system to prepare compliance requests and/or reports.

• Assist Title IX Coordinator with processing and facilitating employee and student accommodation requests/inquiries.

• Serve as Title IX Deputy Coordinator.

• Serve on various department, division, and university committees.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in related field and two years experience in law, conducting investigations, personnel management, student affairs, resident life, or higher education. Must be able to work nontraditional hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.

• OR -

Juris Doctor and one year experience in law, conducting investigations, personnel management, student affairs, resident life, or higher education. Must be able to work nontraditional hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.

License/Certification:

None.

Knowledge Of:

A variety of federal and state laws and regulations relative to harassment, discrimination and employment.

Skill In:

- Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
- Effectively collecting, interpreting, and summarizing data and legal requirements.
- Identification, research, analysis, and resolution of problems using statistical techniques and common research methods.
- Development of a variety of alternatives and make appropriate decisions.
- Tactfully and effectively handle confrontation situations.
- Public speaking/conducting training.
- Creating MS PowerPoint training materials.
- Building/creating spreadsheets and pivot tables in MS Excel.

Ability To:

- Work cooperatively and collegially.
- Multi-task and adhere to deadlines.
- Identify ramifications of decisions, anticipate problems and execute proactive action.
- Assertively communicate with those in positions of authority the need for compliance with university policies.
- Handle confidential and sensitive situations with diplomacy and excellent judgment.
- Occasionally work outside the prescribed work hours to include evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Juris Doctor. Experience or training in conducting investigations, Title IX, EEO laws, Title VII, Student Affairs, Resident Life, Trauma-Informed interviewing skills.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None

Working Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor.

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.
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Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.