Senior Title VI Investigator

Posting Number 2025-15003
Posted Date 5 hours ago(10/8/2025 1:25 PM)
Location : Location
US-NY-New York
Hybrid Remote Work Classification
Hybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite
Department
Title VI Office
School/Division
Office of General Counsel (WS1847)
Compensation Grade
Band 53
Union
N/A
FT/PT
Full-Time
Category
Business/Professional Administrative

Position Summary

The Title VI Office is the primary office at the University responsible for ensuring compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and companion state and city laws and regulations governing discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color and national origin (including shared ancestry and ethnic characteristics). The Title VI Office also assists, along with partners in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) and Office of Student Conduct (OSC) regarding hybrid matters brought under Title VII, Title IX and other federal, state and city antidiscrimination laws. The incumbent will be responsible for leading independent and unbiased investigations into reports of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and protected class discrimination and harassment in accordance with Title VI-related Policies. Lead independent and unbiased investigations of complaints of discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct filed by and against students, employees, faculty, administrators, and third party vendors based on OEO/OSC protected characteristics including but not limited to: race, color, and national origin under the University Title VI-related Policies. Collaborate and consult with the Office of General Counsel, the Provost’s Office, Human Resources, Student Affairs, the Department of Campus Safety and other University offices regarding matters related to the University’s policies to oversee, and when appropriate, implement supportive measures (e.g., no contact directives, academic and housing assistance, etc.); oversee, participate, or direct modification/procedures. Create and participate in trainings to educate the University community on policy, laws and regulations, and reporting obligations.

Qualifications

Required Education:
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Preferred Education:
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) with demonstrated Title VI-related experience.

Required Experience:
5+ years of recent and professional experience conducting investigations related to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Preferred Experience:
5+ years of recent and professional experience conducting investigations. Experience working in a unionized environment. Experience working in a higher education environment or with higher education clients. Experience working on Title VI- related or adjacent matters.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough and efficient investigations. Excellent judgment with the ability to manage highly sensitive and confidential information. Strong skills in the areas of conflict resolution, problem solving, interviewing, and investigation. Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations. Superb written and oral communication skills, including skill in writing concise, logical analytical reports to convey complex issues. Excellent critical thinking skills, including the demonstrated ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and facilitate resolution of difficult challenges while maintaining strict confidentiality and sensitivity. Ability to produce high quality work products with attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs. Ability to maintain neutrality and work under stress. Ability to work collaboratively and professionally across multiple constituencies to resolve complaints in a neutral, sensitive manner. Working knowledge of nondiscrimination laws and compliance regulations including Title VI.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $135,000.00 to USD $155,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.

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