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Norfolk State University’s Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX seeks a Deputy Director – Civil Rights Investigator that will support the university’s core values of inclusive excellence, equity, and diversity and ensuring university compliance with non-discrimination laws, regulations, and polices through prompt fair investigation of complaints, education, training, and community outreach. Reporting to the Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Equity, the Deputy Director – Civil Rights Investigator will meet with individuals who make a report and/or disclosure of discrimination and/or harassment.

The Investigator’s primary responsibility will be to investigate and produce comprehensive reports regarding complaints of sexual misconduct, sexual assault, harassment, discrimination and retaliation by students, faculty or staff including interviewing parties/witnesses, collecting evidence, and drafting high quality investigation reports, and appeals documents within established timelines. The Deputy Director – Civil Rights Investigator will also play an important role in meeting the University’s training and education obligations under Title IX, VAWA, Title VI, Title VII, the ADA, and other federal and/or state civil rights laws, and University policies.

The Deputy Director – Civil Right Investigator’s specific duties include:

1.? Assist the Executive Director with operational responsibilities and fill-in whenever necessary.
2.? Review initial reports, complaints, in a timely manner and ensure prompt response to reporting party.
3.? Evaluate need for supplementary support, resources and interim measures.
4.? Engage in informal resolution practices to address complaints, concerns or allegations when appropriate.
5.? Conduct prompt and thorough investigations, including development of an investigative plan, identifying and interviewing witnesses, gathering and securing information and data, keeping accurate and thorough records and notes of the investigatory process.
6.? Ask appropriate questions during interviews using trauma informed methodology to gather information about alleged incidents of misconduct, discrimination, retaliation or harassment.
7.? Draft notice of investigations, and essential correspondence related to processing of complaints.
8.? Prepare comprehensive timely written report of information obtained during an investigation.
9.? Prepare for and participate in meetings, hearings or grievances related to results of investigations.
10.? Assist in maintaining database related to reports of misconduct, discrimination, retaliation and harassment and develop reports, assess trends, and identify areas of concern.
11.? Collaborate with other campus offices, as needed, to coordinate and execute the University’s timely response and investigation of complaints.
12.? Stay abreast of regulations and statutes relating to discrimination, retaliation, harassment, sexual misconduct and gender-based violence.
13.? Assist in the development and dissemination of educational materials and training tailored to faculty, staff, and students.
14.? Provide training and outreach to members of the University community.
15.? Attend ongoing training on employment discrimination and harassment, Title IX, and other federal laws and regulations, investigative techniques, diversity and inclusion.
16.? Monitor developments in law, policy, and practice related to employment discrimination and harassment, Title IX, and sexual misconduct.
17.? Conduct research on questions relevant to the analysis required in the course of investigations.
18.? Work with confidential and highly sensitive information and maintain confidentiality in compliance with university policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations.
19.? Complete other tasks and projects as assigned by the Director or Coordinator.
20.? Prepare annual statistical report on the number, nature and disposition of complaints. Identify patterns and make recommendations relating to sexual harassment and violence.
21.? Stay abreast of regulations and statutes relating to civil rights laws and gender based violence including, but not limited to, Title IX and VAWA.
22.? Stay abreast of current movements in the field of sexual harassment and sexual assault investigations.
23.? Act as university representative when attending conferences and communicating with federal government compliance or investigation officers.
24.? Refer resources to faculty, staff, and students who could benefit from supplementary support during the investigation.

EEO Statement
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in a related field.
• Experience conducting investigations alleging discrimination.
• Knowledge of and experience with issues related to gender based violence.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal civil rights laws and regulations including Title IX, Clery and VAWA, is required;
• Knowledge of best practices as they relate to institutions of higher education compliance with Title IX, Clery and VAWA;
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices for resolution of sexual harassment/assault matters
• Knowledge of alternate dispute resolution; restorative justice
• Ability to manage multiple, on-going and complex caseload of Title IX related incidents and complaints;
• Ability and experience in investigating discrimination and harassment matters;
• Ability and experience in overseeing and coordinating investigations by others
• Effective project management, organization and analytical skills;
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with an emphasis on education and training for a variety of constituencies;
• Strong written communication skills;
• Ability to guide, advise and support the training and learning process with respect to Title IX and VAWA compliance;
• Excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, the ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information;
• Ability to build relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the institution and peer institutions;
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity, as well as the ability to work with a wide range of constituencies (staff, students, faculty, parents, administrators) with diplomacy and tact;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to remain a neutral party;
• Maintenance of professional qualifications through on-going training and professional development;
• Ability to act independently, take initiative and exercise sound judgment.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrate the ability to work well with Norfolk State University colleagues and clients and with external organizations;

Master’s Degree in social work, psychology or forensic psychology, higher education administration or other relevant discipline is strongly preferred.
? JD or equivalent from an accredited law school is strongly preferred.
? Higher education experience is strongly preferred.

• Will need to be available to respond to urgent matters on evenings and weekends and as a senior leader at the university will be considered on call as necessary to respond to inquiries.

ON-LINE APPLICATION ONLY WILL BE ACCEPTED

1. Candidates MUST show interest by submitting, in its entirety online, an application and all required application material.

2. Applicant is solely responsible for ensuring application and material thoroughly reflects their knowledge, skills, and abilities, as it relates to the advertised qualifications.

3. A complete application, including all previous employment, and education, for full consideration, MUST be received online by 11:59PM of the “Job Close Date.”

4. Applicants who list “see resume” or “see Curriculum Vitae” in lieu of completing the application WILL NOT be considered.

5. NSU conducts background checks on all candidates identified as finalist for employment. The type of background check(s) performed is dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist, which may include: criminal history, sex offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, driving records, license verification, and credit history review. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. You will be required to sign an Authorization to release form.

6. NSU utilizes form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment.

MAILED APPLICATION MATERIAL IS NOT ACCEPTED.

HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.