Civil Rights Investigator

About the role

A Glimpse of the Job The Civil Rights Investigator, under direction, is responsible for conducting thorough, unbiased, and prompt investigations of allegations of discrimination or harassment in accordance with University policies, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Texas state law. Investigations may involve allegations by or against faculty, staff, or students based on a protected class. The Civil Rights Investigator ensures that the University response to civil rights allegations is timely, thorough, and appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Identifies potential violations of University policy and/or state and federal civil rights laws.
• Drafts charge letters, collects relevant evidence, and represents the university at hearings.
• Conducts thorough, unbiased, and prompt investigations of allegations of discrimination or harassment in accordance with University policies, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Texas state law.
• Interviews parties and witnesses using a trauma-informed approach to sensitive topics.
• Collects digital and paper evidence.
• Maintains accurate records of steps taken in the investigation.
• Distills voluminous information into a well-organized, written report that objectively represents all evidence related to the allegations.
• Conducts credibility analyses and draws conclusions.
• Must be able to defend the Investigator’s conclusions at University hearings and in a court of law.
• Collaborates with other campus partners.
• Maintains confidentiality to the extent allowed by federal regulations, state laws and university policies.
• Maintains knowledge of civil rights policies and laws.
• Allows the law to guide and shape the investigation.
• Represents the department at special events, community functions, and University trainings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of investigation experience, which may include law enforcement investigations or discrimination investigations.
• Must comply with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU regulations and procedures.
• Considered essential personnel; required to report to work during emergencies, campus closures, class cancellations, etc., and remain on duty unless relieved by supervisor.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to take emergency calls as needed.
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