Civil Rights/Title IX Investigator
Academic Staff
Regular
Equal Opportunity Investigator
The Civil Rights/Title IX Investigator supports the university’s compliance with equal opportunity and civil rights policies, including Title IX and other civil rights laws such as Title VI and Title VII. The Investigator assists in responding to and resolving complaints of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and sex/gender-related violence (including stalking and intimate partner violence). This position also serves as a primary investigator on student Title IX complaints, and is charged with conducting neutral, thorough, and prompt investigations.
Investigation
- Receive and provide a caring response to initial reports of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, including allegations of sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and sex/gender-related violence including stalking and intimate partner violence, as well as reports of retaliation
- Conduct a prompt, equitable and impartial administrative investigation into complaints of discrimination, including identifying and interviewing parties, and identifying, gathering, and assessing information relevant to the investigation; apply relevant policies and recommend findings of fact in individual cases
- Exercise judgment regarding the resolution of discrimination complaints
- Support and/or coordinate interim measures for parties in a discrimination complaint investigation
- Consult with the other University offices—including the Office of Legal Affairs, Dean of Students Office, University Housing, and Human Resources—as appropriate in the resolution of a complaint
- Craft well-written, detailed investigative reports
- Present findings before a hearing committee, when applicable
- Actively foster and maintain a climate that is supportive of students, faculty, and staff and respectful of differences
Display strong and effective interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to listen well and convey sensitivity to and respect for individual needs
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Community Outreach and Collaboration
- Serve on UWM’s Title IX Working Group
- Address and respond to questions from faculty, staff, and students regarding UW-Milwaukee’s procedures for addressing allegations of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, including sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, and retaliation
- Attend professional development and training as directed
- Provide training regarding relevant policies and processes
- Promote awareness and educational events and activities related to equal opportunity, Title IX, Title VI, and Title VII policies, as requested
Serve on University committees as requested
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Other Duties as Assigned
- One or more years of professional experience (including internships and externships) conducting investigations of any of the following: student conduct, criminal justice law, police, or private investigations, and/or investigations conducted by an office of discrimination and harassment, or an equivalent combination of professional experience and advanced education
- Proven ability to present verbal and written information in a clear and concise manner to both individuals and groups
- Juris doctor (JD), or advanced degree in Student Affairs, Criminal Justice, or a related field (e.g., criminology, social work, sociology)
- Completion of civil rights and/or Title IX investigator training
- Experience conducting sexual and relationship violence investigations or civil rights/discrimination investigations
- Working knowledge of laws related to Title IX and gender discrimination and retaliation, such as Title IX, Clery, VAWA, and Campus SaVE
$6 5 ,000 - $68,000 Final compensation will be based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, and experience.
Application Instructions:
Complete application materials must include a cover letter and detailed resume addressing educational and professional level work experience as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
Apply electronically by the application deadline date of August 23, 2026 . Questions about this position should be directed to Tanner Neahous at tneahous @uwm.edu .
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
