Job TitleEqual Opportunity InvestigatorRequisition NumberRE49215Working TitleDepartment Name3B000:Office of Equal OpportunityWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level47Salary Range$57,158-94,286/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
May require sitting for long periods of time, using a computer for extended periods, and going from place to place on campus. This person will deal with many different and sometimes emotional people during investigations, arranging hearings, and presenting investigation outcomes in a hearing.
Shift
40 hours, Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Job Summary
The Equal Opportunity Investigator will report to the Deputy Director of Investigations. This position will investigate and help to ensure the timely resolution of assigned reports of discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct involving members of the University community. When reports are received, this position will conduct a prompt, thorough, and unbiased investigation and provide a written report of the findings. This position will facilitate the resolution process in a manner that supports the community and respects differences. This position will be required to maintain a working knowledge of current federal regulations (Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, the Clery Act, FERPA, etc.) related to any discrimination impacting the University community, make recommendations for policy changes, and conduct training.
Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Computer skills, producing documents in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and OneDrive, and gaining access to online systems.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Demonstrated experience conducting Title IX and Title VII investigations in higher education. Title IX Investigator training certification is preferred.
Deadline to Apply05/21/2025Our University Community
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