Specialist II, Title IX/Civil Rights Investigator - Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York at Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Specialist II, Title IX/Civil Rights Investigator - Monroe Community College

Location: Rochester, NY Category: Professional Staff Job Type: Full Time Posted On: Thu Jul 16 2026 Job Description:

Function of Position:

The Title IX/Civil Rights Investigator is a key role in ensuring MCC's adherence to federal and state law, as well as college policies. This position is responsible for conducting prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations of complaints and allegations involving sexual misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and related violations of college policy affecting students, faculty, staff, and community members. The Investigator will manage the investigation process, gather and analyze evidence, interview parties and witnesses, prepare detailed investigation reports, and provide findings and recommendations, while ensuring procedural fairness and confidentiality throughout all stages of the investigative process. In addition, the investigator will participate in in relevant training and professional development opportunities. This position reports to Director, Title IX & Title VI.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

Primary Functions:

• Conduct, prompt, thorough, impartial investigations in adherence with College policies, procedures, and Student Code of Conduct as assigned

• Engage in informal resolution processes when appropriate

• Conduct preliminary inquiries into complaints as assigned

• Correspond and conduct interviews with relevant parties and document all steps of the investigative process

• Prepare high-quality written investigation reports with evidence, analysis, and clear fact-finding

• Interpret and apply College policy and procedure

• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle highly sensitive information in accordance with College policy, Federal and State regulations

• Maintain current knowledge of related civil rights laws (Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, VAWA, Clery Act, NYS 129A/B, ADA, FERPA)

• Participate in grievance process hearings or meetings as related to the investigation outcome

Secondary Functions:

• Assist in training and education initiatives for employees and students, as well as maintenance and distribution of manuals, guides, and training materials to increase awareness of College policies, Student Code of Conduct, and reporting mechanisms within the College

• Connect students to appropriate campus resources

• Attendance in college committees and department meetings

• Collaborate with professional organization resources as needed

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director

MCC Expectations:

• Responsible for adhering to the College Code of Conduct

• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment

• Responsible for maintaining technological competencies utilized by the College

• Commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college

• Commitment to consistent professional development and professional growth

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned bachelor's degree from an accredited higher education institution in public administration, human resources, law, education, business, or a related field

• Minimum of two years of professional experience in conducting formal civil rights and/or discrimination investigations in accordance with federal and state laws

• Experience with MS Office and student information systems

• Excellent oral skills

• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage effectively via phone, email, in person, and virtually

• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, logical, and grammatically correct written reports that convey complex and sensitive issues objectively

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with campus departments, administrators, and community members

• Working knowledge of civil rights law and regulations (Title IX, Title VI, ADA, FERPA)

• Demonstrated sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential and highly sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned a master's degree/JD in a related field

• Earned certification in Title IX investigator training

• Higher Education experience

• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs, and commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus

Additional Information:

Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity, and college budget. This position has a range of $52,000 to $67,654 and is based on these mentioned factors.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit-eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting, and compressed work schedules. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based on business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands and working conditions described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position involves primarily sedentary work, including prolonged periods of computer use and keyboarding. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. The position may occasionally involve lifting or moving items up to 10 pounds. Work is performed in a typical office environment with no adverse conditions. Occasional travel between campus buildings or to other local or out-of-town locations for meetings or conferences may be required.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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