Civil Rights and Compliance Investigator

The Office of Compliance advances compliance with applicable laws and policies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. We collaborate with University partners to minimize compliance risk and promote ethical conduct throughout the University. Compliance is a shared responsibility, with every member of the University understanding their responsibilities and being accountable for their actions.
This position plays a key role in this work and is part of a team of investigators reporting to the Assistant Director of Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator. The position investigates complaints of violations of UW-Madison's civil rights policies and other conduct-related policies, including the policy on sexual harassment and sexual violence.

• 65% Completes legal investigations including interviews, document reviews, and report preparation and writing specific to complex, sensitive, and high-profile discrimination complaints filed with the Institution
• 10% Assesses allegation criteria, reviews complaints, and communicates pertinent investigation activity and information to affiliated stakeholders
• 10% Provides consultative services to affiliated entities regarding ongoing investigations
• 5% Collaborates with various legal bodies to adhere to legal requests and negotiate resolutions
• 10% Properly records all investigative progress and significant communications in relevant database(s).

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Required
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred
Terminal Degree
Juris Doctorate (JD) or advanced degree in employment relations or a related field

May 2024 law school graduates are encouraged to apply if they meet the minimum qualifications listed below.
A minimum of one year of professional experience investigating and resolving discrimination or employment complaints, with particular focus on complaints alleging sexual violence or sexual misconduct is required. Clerkships, internships, and clinical experience may be considered.
Experience in a higher education, governmental, or regulatory compliance setting strongly preferred.

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $78,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Learn more at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ . 

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Click the 'Apply Now' button above to begin. After creating a UW Jobs profile, you will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications.

Kory Breuer
[email protected]
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Equal Opportunity Investigator(CP023)

A02-GENERAL SERVICES/OFFICE OF LEGAL SERVICES/COMPLIANCE

Academic Staff-Renewable

295337-AS