Florida International University is a that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Civil Rights Investigator investigates discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct allegations filed with the Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility (CRCA) as well as those filed with external agencies. The investigator works with units across the University to respond to, investigate, remediate, and educate regarding Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA, and Section 504.

• Investigates discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct allegations involving faculty, staff, and students. Investigation includes but is not limited to: Analyzing complaints to identify allegations and relevant witnesses; Interviewing parties and witnesses; Gathering relevant documentation and evidence; Drafting detailed investigative reports that summarize evidence gathered, analyze evidence gathered and apply evidence to relevant regulation and policy; and Explaining and Participating in University grievance proceedings.
• Provides advice and guidance to students, faculty, and staff on issues of discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. Maintains collaborative relationships with academic and administrative units, human resources personnel, legal counsel, and external entities to ensure effective and timely efforts to address issues of civil rights compliance.
• Responds to external agencies, including providing assistance with the drafting position statements and providing requested data.
• Ensures a prompt, fair, and equitable investigation process for all parties and witnesses.
• Upholds the established rights of the parties. Exhibits the highest standards of integrity and respect for parties, witnesses, and stakeholders.
• Ensures investigative files are well-documented throughout the investigative process. Maintains accurate and thorough records and notes documenting events within the investigatory process.
• Assists in the development and implementation of training programs for faculty, staff and students.
• Provides periodic and timely updates regarding the status of complaints received and investigations in progress to the Senior and Assistance Director of CRCA and parties.
• Collaborates with the Senior and Assistance Director of CRCA and University partners to identify and address systemic issues and concerns.
• Assists with the development and implementation of a case management database to organize, manage, and track reported concerns.
• Maintains knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to higher education, labor and employment, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, VAWA, the Clery Act, Sections 504, and ADA. Maintain high-level of professional acumen through on-going training and professional development. Implement best practices as they relate to investigations.

• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of relevant experience, such as conducting investigations, drafting investigative reports or legal writing; OR Master's degree and four (4) years of relevant experience, such as conducting investigations, drafting investigative reports or legal writing.

• Investigative experience.

• Professional experience conducting civil rights investigations or related investigation experience, such as labor and employment, law enforcement,sexual misconduct or legal investigations.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the field of civil rights laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing educational and training programs.

• Administrative

• $60,000 - $65,000

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

• Criminal Background Check

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the , the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: .

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.