Investigator

This is a full-time 12-month regular Investigator position. Kansas State University is committed to fostering an inclusive student, faculty, and staff environment that is rooted in respect, laws, and fair practices. The Civil Rights and Title IX o...

  • 521311
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Office of Civil Rights and Title IX
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Closing at: Apr 24 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

This is a full-time 12-month regular Investigator position. Kansas State University is committed to fostering an inclusive student, faculty, and staff environment that is rooted in respect, laws, and fair practices. The Civil Rights and Title IX office is engaged in ensuring the university adheres to the laws, regulations, executive orders, and other applicable polices that uphold this guiding principle. Reports to the Director of Civil Rights and Title IX (CRIX).

About Us

Our goal is to serve as a resource for the university and to coordinate fair, equitable treatment and practices to all regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, religion, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military status or veteran status. This includes being a neutral office that provides investigations, compliance work, and access to resources.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience in investigations, conduct processes, or preparing analytical written reports or documentation. Education beyond the minimum degree requirement may count toward required experience if deemed relevant by the hiring manager. The degree requirement ensures candidates possess the legal, analytical and communication skills essential for investigating and resolving discrimination and harassment claims. These competencies are typically developed and validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and experiential learning inherent in a formal degree program.
  • Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree preferred in student affairs, higher education administration, social work,
    psychology, criminal justice, or related area
  • Preferred knowledge base: Title IX, Clery Act, VAWA, FERPA, Affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, the
    Americans with Disabilities Act, other applicable civil rights and employment laws, regulations and court decisions
  • Knowledge of Title IX, trends, legal obligations, and initiatives nationally and locally
  • Principles of conducting investigations, including interview methods and techniques
  • Principles of cultural competence
  • Research methods and data analysis techniques
  • Four years of experience in the development and delivery of anti-discrimination training
    programs
  • EEO/Title IX investigation training
  • Demonstrated excellence in written communication

Additional Role Information:

  • Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at times presentation on evenings and weekends

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

Application Window

Applications close on: April 24, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$62,000 - $65,000 Annually

 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.