The Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (EO-IX) is guided by the
University of Denver's commitment to create and maintain an academic and
work environment where its students, faculty and staff are able to thrive
free of harassment or discrimination. EO-IX helps to realize the
University's commitment to and aspirations for development,
implementation, execution, and monitoring of the federal and state
mandated EEO policies and programs. This also includes programmatic
responsibilities such as supporting the University's non-discrimination
policies through prompt, effective and remedial investigative responses to
complaints of harassment and discrimination brought by students, faculty,
staff and third parties as set forth in various university policies and
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Position Summary
The Investigator will conduct initial review and complete investigations of
allegations of discrimination or harassment (including allegations of
gender-based violence) involving faculty, staff, and students at DU
Investigations will include conducting a preliminary review of the
complaint, making determinations concerning the necessity for a formal
investigation, interviewing relevant individuals, and reviewing documents
or other evidence. Investigators are expected to understand which issues are
appropriate for them to resolve on their own and which issues need to be
referred to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Equal Opportunity and Title
IX/Title IX Coordinator.
Investigators provide professional and technical support to the Office of
Equal Opportunity and Title IX by assessing, investigating, and resolving
discrimination and/or harassment complaints on the basis of sex, gender,
marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national
origin, shared ancestry, genetic information, age, disability,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran
status. This includes investigating alleged violations of Title IX of the
Education Amendments Act of 1972, including sexual assault, domestic violence,
Investigators are a key partner in promoting DUs compliance with federal,
state, and local law in the area of equal opportunity. The work requires
sound judgment and skill in applying equal opportunity principles and
prevailing legal standards to solve complex problems with decisive action.
Essential Functions
- Intake complaints and assess appropriate resolution process and procedural
protocol to be followed.
- Investigate complaints of discrimination and harassment filed by students,
staff, faculty, or other individuals in compliance with federal, state
or local laws, executive orders and University policies and procedures.
Investigation duties will include but are not limited to: developing an
investigation plan, analyzing complaint to identify allegations,
interviewing complainant and respondents, identifying and interviewing
witnesses, identifying and collecting relevant documentation,
appropriately documenting interviews and other investigation findings
according to the EOIX investigation process format, and analyzing
information investigation to determine findings.
- Conduct effective, efficient, thorough and impartial investigations
while ensuring attention to detail and accuracy regarding facts, relevance
and investigation documentation.
- Provide consultation and education to students, faculty, and/or staff
on discriminatory practices, equity matters, policies, procedures, and
options for resolution of complaint matters.
- Draft Investigation Reports that include detailed written analysis and
findings from complaint investigation in accordance with applicable federal,
state, and local laws, University policies and procedures, and legal
requirements and the EOIX investigation requirements.
- Provide regular updates to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Equal
Opportunity/Title IX, and other EOIX team members about case management
approach, status an progress.
- Maintain accurate and thorough investigatory records and reports of
finding(s).
- Prepare materials for, assist with, and participate in appeals, as
necessary.
- Facilitate, within specific time constraints, informal resolution of
discrimination, harassment, and gender-based violence complaints, when
appropriate. Document efforts and conclusion of informal resolution.
- Collaborate with University Counsel and Human Resources and Inclusive
Communities (HRIC) with investigations involving the Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil
Rights, as well as complaints raised by other applicable outside agencies,
organizations and constituencies.
- Review and participate in updates to University policies and procedures
concerning discrimination, harassment, and gender-based violence to
promote compliance with equal opportunity laws and regulations.
- Provide education and training to students, faculty, and staff on issues
of prohibited harassment or discrimination, including sexual harassment and
sexual violence, as assigned.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the University's Inclusive Excellence
Principles.
Provide other services as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and experience working with EO principles contained within Title
VI, VII, IX, VAWA/SaVE, ADA, ADEA, and other relevant
anti-discrimination laws and regulations specific to higher education,
including FERPA and the Clery Act.
- Working knowledge of HR functions and ability to properly refer participants
to the appropriate resource(s).
- Demonstrated ability to respond effectively to and interact with all levels
of organizational staff.
- Basic knowledge of trauma-informed investigation practices.
- Basic knowledge of gender-based violence dynamics including sexual