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42881BR

Extended Job Title:

Administrative Investigator

Position Description:

Manages responsibilities associated with the University's compliance obligation and response policies. Responds to reports and complaints by collecting the relevant facts and evidence related to the reported incident. Works closely with departments to facilitate timely response, investigation, and resolution of complaints.

Requisition ID:

42881BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

The Administrative Investigator manages the day-to-day responsibilities associated with the university’s Title IX compliance obligations for responding to Title IX reports/complaints by collecting the relevant facts and evidence related to the reported incident. The Investigator will work closely with departments across campus to facilitate timely response and investigations.

Conduct comprehensive investigations into incidents of gender based discrimination and harassment, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and other actions against members of the University community, such as relationship violence, stalking, and physical assault. Generate thorough, reliable, impartial, and timely investigation reports for submission to the designated University decision-making body, ensuring a timely, efficient, equitable and effective response to complaints.

Ensure a well-documented investigation process, working with the appropriate University offices in the course of investigations, maintaining accurate and thorough investigatory files and reports, and providing ongoing updates to the Title IX Coordinator. Partner with other University offices and community resources, such as the Office of Student Conduct, Risk Intervention and Safety Education (RISE) Office, and Center for Campus Life / Dean of Students Office throughout investigative process.

Understand and follow established University policies and procedures, as well as all state and federal guidance related to Title IX obligations and response. Remain knowledgeable of current Title IX, Clery, EEO, and VAWA requirements; state and federal law and regulations; and trends in the field of higher education related to harassment and other discriminatory practices that violate federal law. Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with FERPA and other state, federal, and institutional student record policies.

Perform dispute resolution (including informal resolution or administrative hearings) services for any Title IX-related concern. Meet with any student, faculty, staff, parent, or other campus community member who has a student-related concern.

Other duties as assigned.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or other advanced degree in a related field. Demonstrated knowledge of civil rights laws and investigation, in particular Title IX, Title VII, Clery Act, EEO, and VAWA. Demonstrated understanding of dynamics of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking. Experience working in a higher education setting, with particular experience working on investigation of sex or gender-based discrimination. Title IX-related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization.

Department:

Sexual Misconduct

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Four years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Job Family:

Legal & Compliance

Job Sub Family:

Compliance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Demonstrated knowledge of civil rights laws and investigation, in particular Title IX, Title VII, Clery Act, EEO, and VAWA.

+ Demonstrated understanding of dynamics of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities

+ Working in a higher education setting, with particular experience working on investigation of sex or gender-based discrimination.

+ Title IX-related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization.

Annualized Pay Range:

$53,900 - $70,100 - $86,200