Civil Rights Investigator - Equity and Inclusion

Civil Rights Investigator

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Description

The Civil Rights Investigator will investigate claims of harassment and/or discrimination, as defined under the University's Equal Opportunity and Discriminatory Harassment Policy 1.3.

The Civil Rights Investigator will investigate allegations of civil rights violations in the workplace and academic environment by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and analyzing data to determine the validity of the allegations. The incumbent in this position must be familiar with applicable laws and regulations, understand civil rights theories and practices, possess the ability to assess cases objectively, and provide detailed written reports to the appropriate governing body.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts a prompt and thorough investigation into incidents of harassment and discrimination, including developing an investigative plan for complaints and incident reports.
• Contacts and interviews all involved parties and provides them with information about the investigatory process, collecting and assessing all relevant information.
• Ensures a well-documented investigative process occurs by analyzing information, working with the appropriate university offices during the investigative process, and maintaining accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports.
• Assists with campus-wide non-discrimination training, reporting, campus programming, outreach, and other duties as assigned.
• Assists in the development and facilitation of relevant Title VI/VII training programs for faculty, staff, and students; providing constructive feedback to training participants; and maintaining training records and reports along with measurable goals and objectives.
• Conducts a prompt, equitable, and impartial administrative investigation into complaints, including identifying and interviewing parties; determining the questions to be asked; and identifying, gathering, and assessing information relevant to the investigation.
• Integrates and analyzes the information gathered during an investigation to prepare an objective report, ensuring all accepted issues are addressed, the scope and depth of the investigation are sufficient, and the facts are adequately substantiated.
• Stays abreast of current state and federal laws and regulations and trends in the field of education related to harassment and other discriminatory practices.
• Provides ongoing consultation to the Associate Vice Provost and/or the Director and EO/AA Compliance Officer regarding Title VI/VII requirements, grievance issues, and compliance programs.
• Documents all interviews and meetings held with faculty, staff, and/or students, supervisors, managers, and senior administrators.
• Maintains confidential case files and prepares various detailed written reports and letters as necessary.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of program-related experience, including work in employment law, EO/AA, Title VII and Title VI investigations, and developing and/or implementing training programs or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A master's degree or JD and higher education experience is preferred.

Note: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance.

Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.