Title IX Investigator

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Title IX Investigator will serve as the primary investigator for complaints alleging sex or gender-based discrimination, sexual misconduct, harassment, stalking or relationship violence involving a faculty member, staff member, student or third party. Additionally, this position may work as an investigator for complaints of other claims of discrimination or harassment involving a faculty member, staff member, or third party. The Investigator will work closely with departments across campus to facilitate timely investigations.

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

Minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience in complaint, incident and/or grievance investigation and resolution

List the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of the position

-Demonstrated ability to handle complex situations, particularly situations with a high level of confidentiality

-Excellent communication skills, particularly written communication skills, with all levels of the university community

-Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail

-Ability to handle a significant caseload and manage multiple deadlines

-Experience with building effective partnerships with diverse constituencies

Preferred formal education, professional skills and work experience

Title IX related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization; demonstrated knowledge of Title IX, Title VII, Clery Act and Violence Against Women Act; experience working on civil rights investigations of sex or gender-based discrimination, harassment or violence; experience working in a higher education setting; experience facilitating trainings for large and small groups, including students

Primary purpose of the division, department, and/or grant

The Division of Student Affairs consists of thirteen functional departments, each of which is responsible for providing a variety of student support, service, and educational programs which are accessible to all members of the university community. The staff members are dedicated individuals known for their passion and commitment to implementing programs and services that affect student development over the course of a lifetime. Student Affairs provides excellent delivery of student services that are responsive to student needs and promotes the quality of life and education both inside and outside the classroom. We build institutional traditions and lifelong affiliations through creative programs, vibrant student organizations, and a living/learning environment built on core values and uncompromising principles. The Division is a leader and primary spokesperson for students.

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to learning through the integration of teaching and mentoring with research and service. A public institution with nearly 16,500 students, the university is known for its superb faculty and staff and powerful academic experience. With an array of high-quality programs at the baccalaureate and master’s levels, and doctoral programs in marine biology, educational leadership, psychology and nursing practice. UNCW is consistently recognized at a national level for academic excellence and affordability by publications like U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and The Business Journals. UNCW also recently earned the 2015 Community Engagement Classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, bestowed to higher education institutions dedicated to community involvement.

EEO Statement

The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is committed to and will provide equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Priority Consideration Information

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by the Priority Date of August 8, 2019; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.  Position details and full applicant instructions can be found at http://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/14894

Address application documents to:  Amber Resetar