Investigator

Investigator

The first date of consideration is October 7, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Official transcript required at time of hire.

Position Title - Investigator

Work Location - Springfield Campus

Out-of-State Employment - Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.

Department - Office for Institutional Compliance

HR Home Department - 010400 LEGAL AFFAIRS AND COMPLIANCE

Pay Grade - 43

Proposed Salary - $50,000-$54,000

Sponsorship Information - Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? - No, Position is available to all applicants.

Appointment Type - Full Time Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt - Exempt

General Function - The Investigator assists the OIC in ensuring University compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to the University's Title IX and Equal Opportunity (EO) compliance programs, and other related federal and state laws. The Investigator's primary role is to conduct investigations of complaints of alleged discrimination and harassment, across the University's Springfield, West Plains, and Mountain Grove campuses. The Investigator works closely with the Director of the OIC (who also serves as the Title IX Coordinator) and the Assistant Director of the OIC (who also serves as the Deputy Title IX Coordinator).

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications - Education: A Bachelor's degree is required. Earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in an applicable area/field (e.g., the social sciences, counseling, human resources administration, student affairs) may substitute on a year-for-year bases for the required experience at a rate of twenty-four (24) earned graduate credit hours for one year of experience. Experience: At least one year of professional work experience in an applicable area/field that lends cross-over skills, or one year of investigatory experience, is required. Experience investigating allegations of discrimination or harassment based on a protected class is preferred, as is experience in working with victims of sexual misconduct, domestic violence, and/or other types of trauma. Familiarity with Title IX and Equal Opportunity Law is required. Experience presenting educational and/or training materials is required. Skills: Strong organizational, interpersonal, writing and speaking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively within a university environment are required. The ability to work independently in a time-sensitive environment is required. Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, or other types of trauma is required. Demonstrated ability to oversee and manage caseload in a manner that ensures the prompt, effective, and equitable conclusion of such matters is required. Strong organizational and records management skills are required. The ability to condense large quantities of narrative information into a meaningful summary and brief others accordingly is required. Must be task-oriented and self-directed. Computer application skills (word processing, spreadsheet, file management) are required. Attention to detail, multi-tasking abilities, and the ability to be self-directed and meet deadlines while remaining focused and composed are required.

Equal Opportunity Statement - Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897,View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Background Check Statement - Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.