Civil Rights Investigator

Job Title

Civil Rights Investigator

Classification

Administrator I

AutoReqId

548215

Department

Civil Rights and Equity Office

Division

Vice President of Human Resources

Salary Range

Classification Range $4,135 - $12,288 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $7,200 - $8,800 per month)

Appointment Type

At Will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Office for Civil Rights and Equity fosters and maintains a campus environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We are searching for a driven, proactive, ethically minded individual with experience in conducting prompt and impartial civil rights investigations and upholding Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, and related laws. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team and advance our ongoing commitment as the Civil Rights Investigator (Administrator I). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Reporting to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Senior Civil Rights Investigator and under the general direction of the Executive Director, the Civil Rights Investigator is responsible for conducting timely, thorough, and impartial investigations into alleged violations of the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy, including Harassment and Discrimination based on any Protected Status (Age, Disability, Gender, Gender Identity, Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity, Religion or Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status), Retaliation, Prohibited Consensual Relationships, Sexual Harassment, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Sexual Exploitation, Stalking, and Sexual Misconduct/Sexual Assault.

The Civil Rights Investigator will: develop a comprehensive investigation plan for each case; explain investigation procedures to involved parties, witnesses, and relevant members of the campus community; schedule and conduct interviews with Parties and witnesses; gather and organize evidence; ensure Parties’ rights are upheld throughout all investigation processes; ensure a well-documented investigative process by maintaining timely, accurate, and thorough records and notes of all investigatory steps; maintain up-to-date records in the case management database; prepare detailed, accurate written reports; make findings on policy violations when applicable (including credibility determinations and an analysis of the evidence); summarize the investigatory process at live hearings when applicable; create, organize, edit, and redact investigation files as appropriate; assist in departmental efforts related to internal and external audits and the fulfillment of document requests; maintain updated documentation of investigation practices; manage all procedures according to applicable privacy laws and CSU policy; and complete other investigation and resolution tasks as assigned. The Civil Rights Investigator will attend regular case management meetings and represent the department on select campus and CSU committees as appropriate. The Civil Rights Investigator will also review and prepare case files, maintain updated templates and materials, coordinate and assist with relevant investigation unit tasks, consult on CSU investigation and resolution processes, and co-investigate with another Civil Rights Investigator or representative from another relevant office. The Civil Rights Investigator must remain well-informed on Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, and related laws, campus and CSU systemwide policies, and best practices for conducting trauma-informed and compliant investigations.

The Civil Rights Investigator will also support the department with other tasks related to compliance and community education. As such, the Civil Rights Investigator will: meet with campus partners to discuss ongoing compliance with CSU policy and strategies for collaboration; conduct presentations and trainings to inform students and employees on their rights, options, and responsibilities per CSU policy; and support the departments’ outreach and prevention efforts across the campus community. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. A minimum of two years of full-time professional experience in Title VI, Title VII, or Title IX, related types of civil rights investigations, or other related work for an educational institution. Experience working with Maxient, Case IQ, or other similar database for case management. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to be impartial and project impartiality as well as establishing rapport with a diverse range of community members. Demonstrated ability to exercise superior judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential communications. Demonstrated commitment to serving a diverse population with cultural competence and sensitivity, as well as the ability to work with a wide range of constituencies including staff, students, faculty, administrators, and third parties with diplomacy and tact. Possession of strong organization and analytical skills. Ability to handle a significant caseload and manage multiple deadlines. Ability to build positive relationships and establish collaborative partnerships across the university.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three years of experience as a Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, or civil rights investigator. Completed training and/or current certification in conducting investigations for allegations of discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation. Experience working with in a higher education environment. Experience with and/or knowledge of California and/or CSU civil rights investigation procedures.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Advertised: May 08 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: May 22 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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• Cal State University (CSU) Fullerton

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