Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist

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Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

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Posted: January 30, 2026
Level: Manager 2
Employment Type: Management / Confidential
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Anticipated

Start Date:

April 2026
Work Location: CT State CC 185 Main Street New Britain, CT 06051
Work Modality: On site;
Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by February 18, 2026

The Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist provides a full range of administrative services needed to contribute to the effective management of the Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion, Staff Development and Title IX job responsibilities for CT State Community College. Under the direction of the Director of Equal Employment Opportunity, the role of the Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist is to develop, prepare, and monitor the annual Affirmative Action Plans and related programs within CT State Community College.

The Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist oversees the full array of equal employment, affirmative action and equity duties and in this capacity shall report to the CT State Community College Director of Equity and Civil Rights on these matters.

Under the direction of the Director of Equity and Civil Rights, the Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist is accountable for providing administrative services in support of the CT State Community College’s programs through effective performance in these essential functional areas:

Key responsibilities include:

• Serves as the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer for assigned areas in accordance with the CT General Statutes and the CT Affirmative Action regulations.
• Serves as the lead investigator and supervisor for civil rights complaints within CT State Community College; may assist with investigations related to Title IX; may lead other investigations as assigned.
• Creates and/or provides staff development/training and education regarding AA/EEO, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Monitors the Recruitment and Search Process for compliance.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Master's degree or higher in Counseling, HR, or Education, or a closely related field with four (4) years of professional experience leading Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity or Equity initiatives.
OR Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, HR, or Education, or a closely related field with six (6) years of professional experience leading Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Equity initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• CT Affirmative Action Regulations and the creation and implementation of affirmative action plans and programs
• Use data to drive organizational change
• Experience conducting discrimination and sexual harassment investigations
• Providing leadership insight as a subject matter expert on Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance
• The ADA, including the interactive process and the providing of reasonable accommodations.
• Employment practices related to civil rights, equal employment opportunity or affirmative action plans and programs
• Knowledge of needs and issues of students
• Ability to work…