Civil Rights Investigator

Job Title Civil Rights Investigator Department Legal Affairs | Civil Rights Compliance Office Responsibilities The Civil Rights Investigator investigates complaints filed by students and employees involving protected‑class discrimination and harassment; serves as a TitleIX investigator for student and employee cases related to sex‑ and gender‑based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, and retaliation; acts as a neutral party through all aspects of the investigation process and ensures equitable treatment of all parties; ensures prompt, impartial, well‑documented, and trauma‑informed investigation processes; maintains privacy of sensitive information; collaborates and consults with appropriate university offices in the course of investigations, including Student Conduct and Human Resources; maintains accurate, thorough and unbiased investigatory files; creates comprehensive written investigative reports; partners with other university offices and community resources throughout the investigative process to facilitate timely response, investigation, and resolution of complaints; understands and follows established university policies and procedures, as well as all state and federal guidance; may assist with adjudicating any reported allegation of student misconduct as necessary; attends trainings to maintain knowledge of non‑discrimination laws and regulations and investigatory processes and practices; maintains privacy and ensures compliance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other state, federal, and institutional student record policies. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and/or experience; two (2) years of professional experience conducting investigations or equivalent professional experience; experience in student conduct, human resources, criminal justice, law, law enforcement, or an office of discrimination and harassment; excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information; strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving techniques, interviewing and investigation; strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations; exceptional critical thinking skills demonstrated by the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges, including the ability to handle issues of complex and extreme sensitivity; skill in writing concise, logical analytical reports; ability to maintain neutrality and work under stress; demonstrated success in working with broad and varied constituencies; strong and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs; ability to work as part of a University‑wide community to resolve complaints in a neutral and sensitive manner; proficiency with Microsoft Office products and electronic databases. Desired Qualifications Juris Doctorate (JD) or Master's Degree or equivalent education and/or experience; TitleIX‑related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization; experience conducting civil rights and/or TitleIX investigations in a university or corporate setting; experience investigating cases of sexual and interpersonal violence; ability to interpret federal, state and local equal opportunity and nondiscrimination laws and regulations including TitleIX, FERPA, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Violence Against Women Act, and other applicable laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination, harassment or retaliation. Function Legal and Compliance Sub‑function Investigations Career Band Individual Contributor - Specialized Career Level S2 Experienced Target Hiring Range $64,900 to $84,850 per year. Location Mershon Center (0047) Position Type Regular Shift First Shift Background Check Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process. Visa Sponsorship Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. EEO Statement The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr