EEO/Title IX Intake Investigator

Job Title:EEO/Title IX Intake Investigator
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 269759
About Us

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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Performs administrative duties to support the triage and initial intake investigation process. Conducts the intake investigation interviews related to incoming discrimination, Title IX and/or sexual misconduct, and retaliation complaints. Meets with involved parties to provide information regarding available resources, interim measures, and the resolution processes. Regular engagement with students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Reviews incoming discrimination, Title IX and/or sexual misconduct, and retaliation complaints
2. Conducts initial intake investigation interviews
3. Prepares written summary of investigation interviews
4. Triage cases to assigned investigators after Director's review
5. Maintains department database/records of incoming cases
6. Conducts and manages assigned investigations
7. Develops investigation plans and timelines, identify and interview parties and witnesses, and gather and analyze relevant evidence
8. Drafts comprehensive written investigation reports, gathers and summarize evidence and conducts credibility analysis
9. Utilizes proper policy and analysis framework, applies relevant University System of Georgia and Kennesaw State University policies and procedures and formulates investigative findings and recommendations
10. Communicates regularly with parties and others while maintaining neutrality, integrity, and confidentiality in the investigation
11. Applies subject matter expertise and integrates best practices in investigations by remaining current with relevant laws, changes, policies, procedures, investigative techniques, and trauma-informed investigations with special attention to empathy and sensitivity
12. Maintains detailed, accurate, and comprehensive records and notes related to all assigned case investigations
13. Facilitates informal resolutions between parties as appropriate
14. Works collaboratively with Legal Affairs, Public Safety, Student Affairs, Athletics, Human Resources, and Academic Affairs
15. Provides weekly case status updates and regularly brief the Director or designee in regularly scheduled meetings

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or higher education in a related field.
Required Experience
Five (5) years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
EEO and/or Title IX Investigator certifications, or the ability to obtain training in subject matter area.
Preferred Experience
Experience in closely related field.
Prior background conducting investigations.

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $63,840 to $71,256. Offers are based on relevant experience.

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
Must exhibit exceptional fact-finding ability while conducting prompt, thorough, and equitable initial investigations
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of compliance and ability to interpret EEO and Title IX policies to students, faculty, and staff
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Sound writing skills to accurately compose correspondence and investigation reports with a high level of attention to detail
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf