Civil Rights and Title IX Investigator

Location: New Orleans

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Title:

Civil Rights and Title IX Investigator## Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified## Department:

LSUAM Engagement, Civil Rights and Title IX - Title IX - Investigation (Osvaldo Gomez ) (Inherited))##

Work Location:

0118 Robert Lee Himes Hall## Pay Grade:

Professional##

Job Description:

This Civil Rights and Title IX Investigator plays a crucial role in promoting a safe and equitable environment for all members of the university community. The position is responsible for performance highly advanced, thorough, impartial, and complex civil rights and Title IX investigations into complaints of discrimination, harassment, and other violations of civil rights, Title IX and university policies. The position will work closely with students, faculty, staff, and internal and external stakeholders in the resolution of complaints.

Rights and Title IX.
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* Job Duties:

**- 65% Respond to and investigate allegations of violation of university’s civil rights and non-discrimination policies. Develop a prompt and equitable investigation plan for assigned cases; identify relevant parties, witnesses, and other evidence. Interview parties and witnesses as needed in compliance with the appropriate investigative process.

- 15% - Documents the investigation process, prepares investigative reports, and catalogs history in relevant information systems including Maxient, Ethics Point, and LSU legacy systems.

- 10% - Create and facilitate training/presentations to students, staff, and faculty on Civil Rights, Title IX, ADA, and topics related to protected status harassment and discrimination. Provide information to the campus community on university policies related to discrimination and harassment and federal and state laws and regulations related to compliance with non-discrimination laws.

- 5% - Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders; work jointly with campus and community resources; participate in professional development to stay abreast of best practices including attending conferences and workshops, and self-paced professional reading; and build relationships with colleagues at peer institutions.

- 5% - Other duties as assigned
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* Additional Requirements:

** FERPA
-As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency.

The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** Education Level: Bachelor's with a specific degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Counseling, Social Sciences, Social Work, or other related/compatible field.

Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Years of

Experience:

2 years

Specific

Experience:

• Experience conducting investigations in a higher education or similar setting.  
• Strong knowledge of federal and state civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.  
• Ability to handle sensitive and…