Job Number 1904052


Investigator, Compliance



This position is past the Close Date, no more applications will be accepted.
Position Information
Location Highland Business Center
Hours 40 hours/week as assigned; Generally Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm.
Salary Coordinator 2/119 ($36,010.00 - $51,443.00)
FLSA Status Exempt
Reports To Manager, Student Title IX/Title VI/ADA Compliance
Criminal Background Check
General Statement of Job

To conduct investigations for the Office of Compliance, including discrimination, harassment, and/or related retaliation complaints on the basis of: race, color, religion,  national origin; discrimination based on sex or gender (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), and  age, genetic information, veteran status; and disability or other areas as assigned.

Description of Duties and Tasks
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  1. Conducts investigations alleging discrimination under Title VII, Title VI and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  2. Conducts investigations under Title IX and the College's Sexual Misconduct Policy, including sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, and gender-based discrimination, in accordance with federal and state law.
  3. Conducts interviews with complainants, respondents and witnesses regarding allegations of discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation, based on any protected class.
  4. Gathers and assesses evidence, determines credibility, and communicates information regarding policy, procedures, rights, and resources to all parties involved.
  5. Acts as an impartial and unbiased individual in the investigation and provides detailed reports summarizing the findings.  
  6. Collaborates with the Director to review and synthesize allegations to determine applicable interim measures.
  7. Addresses concerns informally, as appropriate, to prevent reoccurrence.  
  8. Connects individuals with resources, as appropriate, and in accordance with the requirements of state and federal laws.
  9. Exercises discretion and professional independent judgement regarding questions and concerns related to discrimination policies and processes. 
  10. Provides to the Director timely reports and information regarding the status of the investigations in progress. 
  11. Utilizes case management software (i.e. Maxient) for investigations and recordkeeping.
  12. Communicates with all parties involved in an investigation, per ACC policy, and as allowable by law.
  13. Assists with the preparation and interpretation of statistical data related to case investigations, complaints, grievances, and trends.  
  14. Assists with various special assignments within the area.
  15. Conducts training within the College community on investigation and compliance processes.
  16. Collaborates with the Compliance Education Coordinator to develop relevant education opportunities based on the current needs of the College.

Knowledge
Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Skills
Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Technology Skills

Required Work Experience

Preferred Work Experience

Required Education

Preferred Education

Special Requirements
Licenses/Certifications; Other

Other Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Safety

HR Use Only

ACC Benefits Overview

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Austin Community College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under the Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.