Equity Compliance Investigator

Specific duties & responsibilities:

Serve as a point of contact for faculty, staff, and students on discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation claims. Receive complaints from various members of the JHU community in a sensitive manner in order to determine whether to investigate or make an appropriate referral. Some cases may also involve meeting with individuals who are not members of the JHU community as well. Conduct assessments and investigations of complaints of sexual misconduct (including sexual violence), other forms of protected class-based harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Conduct interviews of complainants, respondents, witnesses, and management, and review relevant documentation, physical evidence, and statistical information. Develop and prepare comprehensive reports based on facts revealed in investigations. Reports include, but are not limited to, analysis of applicable laws and JHU policies, factual background, summaries of allegations and witness interviews, and recommendations. Provide input and/or testimony as needed in hearings or other disciplinary proceedings that stem from the investigations. Participate in the evaluation and ongoing development of University policy and procedures related to sexual misconduct, harassment, discrimination and retaliation. Deliver training and educational programs to various University community members, including senior management on discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct and retaliation. Perform other duties as assigned, including participation on University-wide committees or new initiatives.

Minimum qualifications (mandatory):

JD from an accredited law school required. Five years of experience investigating and resolving discrimination/harassment complaints. Other comparable experience may serve as a substitute for investigatory experience (i.e. litigation experience, HR investigatory experience).

Preferred qualifications:

Exceptional writing and analytical skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills and emotional intelligence. Ability to manage and work with conflict, including meeting with individuals who may be experiencing high levels of stress. Ability to work independently and efficiently and to balance workload. Ability and desire to work actively, collaboratively and creatively as part of a team. Demonstrated expertise in applying relevant federal, state and local laws.

Special knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Complaint processing experience in higher education. Experience developing and presenting educational materials on sexual misconduct, harassment, discrimination, retaliation and diversity.