Weber State University - Civil Rights Investigator
Position Title:
Civil Rights Investigator, Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Civil Rights Investigator, Deputy Title IX Coordinator will conduct intake, screen and investigate if appropriate matters alleged to violate University policy or Title IX. In addition, the Investigator will perform policy analysis and write reports. This position will serve as the acting Title IX Coordinator as needed. The position will also conduct training and give presentations to student, staff and faculty groups, and, in addition to coordinating the University’s Affirmative Action Plan, will also work with Disability Services to ensure institutional access and equity for students with disabilities.
Required Qualifications:
A Juris Doctor degree with at least one year of relevant experience;
OR a Master’s Degree in a field related to criminal justice, law, social work, compliance, investigations, policy or procedure and at least two years of experiencing conducting investigations and writing reports summarizing findings and making recommendations;
OR a Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to criminal justice, law, social work, compliance, investigations, policy or procedure and at least five years of experience conducting investigations and writing reports summarizing findings and making recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to communicate in a variety of formats on sensitive matters and collaborate with a wide variety of people, including administrators, faculty, staff, students, community partners and law enforcement.
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, ability, culture and ethnic background, and to maintain good working relationships across campus.
Demonstrated ability to use judgment and manage confidential information.
Strong ability to conduct impartial and well documented investigations.
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to write timely and effective reports and create effective training materials.
Strong ability to efficiently and effectively analyze facts, spot issues, apply facts to policy, and distill information into a concise but thorough report.
Demonstrated commitment to due process and evidence-based decision making.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, build trust and positive relationships.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and to respond effectively to competing deadlines and workflows.
Experience in conflict resolution and/or alternative dispute resolution, including mediation; or a demonstrated interest in becoming highly skilled in this area.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Demonstrated computer proficiency with word processing, presentation software, spreadsheets and similar office tools.
Higher education administration experience, or knowledge of and experience using databases typically seen in higher education settings, such as Banner and Simplicity.
Training and experience in trauma informed interviewing skills.
Experience working in an office that administers equal opportunity, affirmative action, compliance issues, and/or a police or other investigative office.
Experience conducting trainings in a variety of formats, with an emphasis on interactive and situational trainings.
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