Investigator

UAF's Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Investigator. The University of Alaska has an excellent benefits package and a relocation allowance may be offered to the successful candidate. UAF is committed to building a culturally diverse community and strongly encourages applications from females, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veteran candidates. If you are interested in becoming a valued team member, please apply today!

The investigator position at the University of Alaska Fairbanks' Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity conducts inquiries and investigations to evaluate compliance with University policies, procedures, and programs on equal opportunity, discrimination, affirmative action, discriminatory harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, employee conduct and ethics. 

The investigator is part of a team of four workplace investigators examining reports utilizing a trauma-informed approach, acting as a neutral third party throughout all aspects of the workplace investigative process ensuring a well-documented, prompt, and fair handling of the report. This position will work closely with clients, stakeholders, Dean of Students Office, Office of Human Resources, Office of Residence Life, Office of Research Integrity and others throughout campus, as necessary.

We are seeking a candidate with exceptional critical thinking and judgment skills, with a proven ability to analyze and apply legal and policy standards to a variety of situations. The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-stakes projects, meet deadlines, and maintain detailed records with minimal supervision.

Cultural competence and sensitivity are essential, as is the ability to conduct investigations with a trauma-informed approach. Candidates must demonstrate independence and impartiality, exercising sound judgment even in highly emotional or complex scenarios.

Strong interpersonal skills are required to work effectively both independently and as part of a busy team. The role demands calm, professional handling of sensitive and confidential matters, and the ability to adapt to a complex organizational environment. Flexibility is crucial, with a willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed.

Proficiency in MS Excel and Word is required. The candidate should possess strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, interviewing, and investigative skills. Prior experience in gathering facts and an ability to clearly and effectively present ideas are essential, along with a commitment to managing sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of training, along with at least two years of investigatory experience. A preference will be given to individuals who hold a J.D. with demonstrated evidence/fact gathering experience requiring interviews.

Experience conducting interviews, investigations and/or fact gathering. Experience with compiling information and/or data into written reports.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience: Experience in higher education, legal, law enforcement, employment, journalism, or regulatory compliance settings (or substantially related areas).

Position Details:

This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on 1/6/2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW DATE 1/5/2025).

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bridget Thimsen, SBO Sr. HR Coordinator, at bmthimsen@alaska.edu.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.