OIC Investigator & Compliance Trainer
Company:
Austin Peay State University
Job Location:
Clarksville, Tennessee
Category:
Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance
Type:
Full-Time
Job Description
The Investigator & Compliance Trainer plays a critical role in advancing Austin Peay State University's commitment to equity, access, and a culture of belonging. This position is responsible for conducting fair, thorough, and trauma-informed investigations related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and accessibility concerns under federal and state civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA/Section 504, and related institutional policies.
Key Responsibilities
Investigation & Case Management
concerns.
Training, Education & Prevention
Policy, Compliance & Institutional Support
Required Qualifications
This position requires the ability to manage sensitive and emotionally complex situations, maintain strict confidentiality, and work collaboratively across departments. The position is 75% remote and 25% in-person. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for training or urgent care needs.
About Us
Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 11,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 150,287 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN.
Austin Peay State University is a proud supporter of hiring veterans. We hire veterans with equivalent experiences and pay grades from their military service, rather than requiring or preferring only college degrees. Please visit our website for more information on how veterans can qualify for additional employment opportunities at APSU: .
Austin Peay State University (APSU) prohibits discrimination in all employment, programs, and activities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. For Title IX inquiries or complaints, contact: Chief of Institutional Culture & Title IX Coordinator, LaNee莽a R. Williams at williamslr@apsu.edu | 931-221-7690, Browning Building, Room 140, Clarksville, TN 37044. For other non-discrimination concerns, contact: Director of Institutional Culture & Title VI & Title VII Coordinator, Dr. Jo Baldwin at baldwinjapsu.edu | 931-221-7178 or Associate Director of Accessibility Compliance & ADA/504 Coordinator, Jayme Glover at gloverj@apsu.edu | 931-221-7160. View APSU's full nondiscrimination policy at Policy 6:001.
The Investigator & Compliance Trainer plays a critical role in advancing Austin Peay State University's commitment to equity, access, and a culture of belonging. This position is responsible for conducting fair, thorough, and trauma-informed investigations related to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and accessibility concerns under federal and state civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA/Section 504, and related institutional policies.
Key Responsibilities
Investigation & Case Management
- Conduct prompt, impartial, and thorough investigations into complaints involving
concerns.
- Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses using trauma-informed,
- Gather, analyze, and synthesize evidence; prepare detailed investigative reports
- Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential case files in compliance with federal
- Collaborate with Title IX, ADA/504, HR, Legal Affairs, Student Affairs, and other
- Provide consultation to campus stakeholders regarding policy interpretation,
Training, Education & Prevention
- Develop and deliver engaging, accessible training programs on Title IX, Title VI, Title
- Tailor training for diverse audiences, including students, faculty, staff, supervisors,
- Create educational materials, online modules, and resources that promote
- Assess training effectiveness and implement improvements based on feedback and
Policy, Compliance & Institutional Support
- Assist in reviewing and updating university policies to ensure alignment with federal
- Support the development of campus-wide prevention initiatives and culture-building
- Track trends, identify systemic issues, and recommend strategies to strengthen
- Prepare reports, data summaries, and compliance documentation as required by
- Participate in committees, working groups, and climate initiatives that advance
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in higher education, human resources, law, social sciences,
- Demonstrated experience conducting investigations in compliance, HR, Legal
- Knowledge of federal civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Title VII,
- Strong interviewing, analytical, and writing skills with the ability to produce clear,
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Experience developing and delivering training to diverse audiences.
- Master's degree or J.D.
- Experience working in higher education or a similarly complex organization.
- Certification or formal training in civil rights investigations (ATIXA, NACUA, EEOC, etc.).
- Experience with trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, or conflict resolution.
- Familiarity with case management systems (Maxient, Advocate, etc.).
- Cultural humility and emotional intelligence
- Strong interpersonal communication and facilitation skills
- Ability to remain neutral, objective, and grounded under pressure
- Commitment to equity, access, and inclusive campus culture
- Sound judgment and ethical decision-making
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
This position requires the ability to manage sensitive and emotionally complex situations, maintain strict confidentiality, and work collaboratively across departments. The position is 75% remote and 25% in-person. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for training or urgent care needs.
About Us
Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 11,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 150,287 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN.
Austin Peay State University is a proud supporter of hiring veterans. We hire veterans with equivalent experiences and pay grades from their military service, rather than requiring or preferring only college degrees. Please visit our website for more information on how veterans can qualify for additional employment opportunities at APSU: .
Austin Peay State University (APSU) prohibits discrimination in all employment, programs, and activities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. For Title IX inquiries or complaints, contact: Chief of Institutional Culture & Title IX Coordinator, LaNee莽a R. Williams at williamslr@apsu.edu | 931-221-7690, Browning Building, Room 140, Clarksville, TN 37044. For other non-discrimination concerns, contact: Director of Institutional Culture & Title VI & Title VII Coordinator, Dr. Jo Baldwin at baldwinjapsu.edu | 931-221-7178 or Associate Director of Accessibility Compliance & ADA/504 Coordinator, Jayme Glover at gloverj@apsu.edu | 931-221-7160. View APSU's full nondiscrimination policy at Policy 6:001.