Senior Civil Rights Investigator - Main Campus

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Job Overview

The Senior Civil Rights Investigator and Compliance Manager will be responsible for (1) conducting civil rights investigations at Georgetown University, in particular complex investigations of complaints of alleged discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics; (2) developing and delivering training on topics related to Georgetown’s compliance with federal and local non-discrimination and anti-harassment laws; (3) conducting climate assessments within the University and supporting the University’s disability compliance obligations; and (4) assisting with coordination of the University’s response to bias-related incidents and informal resolution processes.  The Senior Civil Rights Investigator and Compliance Manager will report to the Associate Vice President for Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Compliance within the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA).

Work Interactions

The Senior Civil Rights Investigator and Compliance Manager will work closely with multiple University offices and divisions, including the Department of Human Resources and the Office of General Counsel. The Senior Civil Rights Investigator and Compliance Manager will be expected to act as a neutral party in conducting prompt and thorough investigations of alleged incidents, and will provide detailed, unbiased reports regarding investigative findings. The responsibilities of the Senior Civil Rights Investigator and Compliance Manager will include but are not limited to:

• Conducting investigations of allegations of discrimination, harassment, and hostile work environment based on protected categories, including age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and national origin, including where complaints are filed against employees and third parties.

• Contacting parties and providing them with information about the investigatory process

• Interviewing parties and witnesses.

• Gathering and analyzing relevant documentation.

• Keeping detailed, consistent, and accurate records.

• Maintaining timely communication with parties.

• Drafting and issuing reports regarding the findings of the investigation.

• Implementing and keeping apprised of new developments and best practices in Title IX and civil rights matters.

• Developing and delivering non-discrimination and anti-harassment training for community members

• Creating and providing trainings related to employment equity issues, the University’s grievance procedures, and employee reporting obligations.

• Assisting with coordination of the University’s response to bias-related incidents.

• Facilitating informal resolutions among community members in discrimination and harassment matters.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least 10 years of professional experience, at least 8 of which should include experience conducting discrimination and harassment, or related investigations, preferably in the higher education or civil rights context

• Substantial experience working with diverse populations, including populations of color, the LGBTQ community,

and persons with disabilities

• J.D. required

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with higher education

• Experience conducting sensitive and confidential investigations, including in the area of sexual misconduct

• Demonstrated skill in party and witness interview and investigation techniques

• Experience in, and awareness of, the sensitivity required when interacting with a diverse community

• Ability to produce high quality analytical written work

• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and good judgment

• Ability to maintain neutrality and establish credibility with broad range of constituents, including faculty, staff,

students, law enforcement, and others

• Strong and effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen well

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and respect for individual needs

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be fou