Title IX Investigator and Education Specialist

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is currently recruiting for a Title IX Investigator and Educational Specialist to join the legal team. Reporting to the Title IX Coordinator, the Title IX Investigator and Education Specialist is responsible for investigating and assisting with resolving complaints of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, gender-related violence including stalking and intimate partner violence for cases involving students, faculty and staff in accordance with federal regulations; coordinate interim measures and accommodations as applicable. The Title IX Investigator and Education Specialist will work with the Title IX Coordinator and other Title IX Investigators to provide training, education and outreach to students, faculty and staff in accordance with Title IX and the VAWA Act federal requirements. The Title IX Investigator and Education Specialist will work with the Title IX Coordinator to manage the day-to-day responsibilities associated with the University’s Title IX compliance obligations and reporting.

Responsibilities include the following:
Administrative

Act in the capacity of a Title IX Investigator to resolve complaints of sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, gender-related violence including stalking, intimate partner violence, or other necessary investigations

Conduct interviews and gather other available information and evidence to be used during investigations

Attend and assist in coordinating live hearings

Act as a neutral party through all aspects of investigations and ensure a prompt, fair, objective, and unbiased process for all parties

Develop and provide detailed, high-quality, unbiased reports regarding investigations

Advise involved parties of their right; provide support measures in conjunction with Title IX Coordinator

Maintain a high level of confidentiality during all stages of the process

Keep records of all investigations in compliance with federal mandates

Assist in the management of Maxient (conduct database)

Assist in the development of protocols, policies and processes in compliance with Title IX and VAWA

Assist in compiling and maintaining statistics and data for reporting purposes

Communicate regularly with Title IX Coordinator; provide status of complaints and investigations

Work cooperatively with Dean of Students Office, Safety & Security, Residence Life, Student Activities, Greeks, Registrar, etc.

Training and Educational Programming

Assist in providing consultation and information regarding Title IX, VAWA, FERPA, and Clery Act requirements to a variety of University constituents

Remain knowledgeable of current state and federal law, regulations, and trends in the field of education related to harassment and other discriminatory practices that violate Title IX.

Create and participate in providing education, training, and outreach relating to Title IX and VAWA for faculty, staff and students

Ensure the Title IX Office is meeting goals for training and education of all entities of the University

Work with Title IX Coordinator to proactively find ways and methods to spread the word against Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct

Participate in Orientation, Univ 101, Pinwheel Project, and other events to help combat Sexual Harassment.

Work collaboratively with Human Resources to ensure compliance with federal mandates for employees

Qualifications

Required skills, knowledge and abilities:
Bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills; Ability to write concise, logical analytical reports to convey complex issues

Exceptional critical thinking and analytical 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

Ability to maintain neutrality and work under stress

Ability to learn, understand, interpret and adhere to Federal and State laws and regulations including Title IX, FERPA, VAWA, Clery, etc.

Possess interviewing and report writing skills

Experience working with students in institutions of higher education

Experience in complaint and grievance resolution

Demonstrated commitment to diversity and success in working with diverse constituencies to support an inclusive campus environment.

Strong and effective interpersonal skills with the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs

Establish and maintain professional and productive working relationships with all constituencies

Strong work ethic; attention to detail, highly motivated, and self-directed execution of routine and special projects.

Experience developing and presenting training

Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information

Experience working with cases involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, or stalking may be helpful but experience or abilities in other areas may be substituted