Equity and Title IX Investigator

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia .  Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect.  We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.   

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. 

Assists with the management, administration and adjudication of harassment, discrimination, and Title IX and/or sexual misconduct cases. Serves as lead in developing and implementing temporary solutions and measures designed to promote the safety and well-being of the parties and the institution's community. Meets with involved parties to provide information regarding available resources, interim measures and reporting and resolution processes. Develops and conducts prevention and comprehensive training on Title IX and nondiscrimination policies and procedures to students, faculty, and staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conducts investigations, drafts comprehensive written investigation reports, gathers and summarize evidence and conducts credibility analysis
2. Utilizes the proper policy and analysis framework, applies relevant University System of Georgia and Kennesaw State University policies and procedures and formulates investigative findings and recommendations
3. Develops investigation plans and timelines, identify and interview parties and witnesses, and gather and analyze relevant evidence
4. Coordinates the investigative intake process, conducting initial intake interviews, gathering case information, and responding to questions, concerns and/or requests as needed
5. Communicates regularly with parties and others while maintaining neutrality, integrity, and confidentiality in the investigation
6. Applies subject matter expertise and integrate best practices in investigations by remaining current with relevant laws, changes, policies, procedures, investigative techniques, and trauma-informed investigations with special attention to empathy and sensitivity
7. Maintains detailed, accurate, and comprehensive records and notes related to all assigned case investigations
8. Facilitates informal resolutions between parties as appropriate
9. Works collaboratively with Legal Affairs, Public Safety, Student Affairs, Athletics, Human Resources, and Academic Affairs
10. Provides weekly case status updates and regularly brief the Director or designee in regularly scheduled meetings
11. Implements temporary measures (i.e., academic or employment arrangements, schedules or supervision, issuance of no contact orders, and other measures) as directed
12. Educates and assists students and faculty with implementation of accommodation requests for pregnant and parenting students in accordance with Title IX as directed
13. Drafts and disseminates official communication to parties regarding deadlines, procedures, and protocols
14. Assists in developing and facilitating discrimination and sexual misconduct prevention training for students, faculty, and staff as directed

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
Required Experience
Six (6) years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Investigator certifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
Preferred Experience
Experience in higher education, civil rights and/or Title IX investigations
Experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and problem solving

The budgeted salary range is $75,100 to $83,400.  Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

ABILITIES
Able to understand, analyze, and interpret policies and procedures in accord with University policy and legal requirements, as well as state and federal laws pertaining to sexual violence and sexual harassment, privacy, discrimination, due process, and related fields
Able to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of compliance and ability to explain policies to students, staff and faculty
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills.
Writing skills to accurately compose correspondence and reports with a high level of attention to detail
Communication skills to listen and speak effectively about sensitive subjects to faculty, students, staff, advisors, and others
Good organization and multi-tasking skills, strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to be flexible and adapt to changing demands
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf