District Compliance & Safety Investigator

Reports To: Director of Human Resources & Communications

Position Type: Full-Time, School-Year

Position Summary

The Civil Rights/District Safety Investigator is responsible for investigating complaints involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, misconduct, and other concerns affecting the safety, security, and well-being of students, staff, and visitors. This position supports the district’s compliance with applicable federal and Michigan civil rights laws, Board policies, administrative regulations, and established investigative procedures.

The position conducts impartial, thorough, and timely investigations; documents findings; identifies potential safety risks; and collaborates with district administrators, Human Resources, building leadership, law enforcement, and other appropriate agencies. The investigator also supports districtwide safety initiatives, risk assessment, prevention efforts, and compliance monitoring to maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive educational environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Receive, assess, and investigate complaints involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, bullying, misconduct, and other alleged violations of district policies or applicable laws, ensuring investigations are impartial, thorough, timely, and consistent with established procedures.
Conduct interviews; gather, review, and preserve relevant evidence; assess credibility; and prepare accurate, objective investigative reports documenting allegations, findings, and recommendations.
Ensure complaints are handled through the appropriate district procedures, coordinating with Human Resources, district administration, and designated Title IX, Section 504, and other civil rights compliance coordinators as appropriate.
Support district compliance with applicable federal and Michigan civil rights laws, including Title IX, Title VI, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable nondiscrimination requirements.
Maintain the confidentiality, security, and accuracy of investigative records and documentation in accordance with applicable laws, district policies, records retention requirements, and due process obligations.
Monitor investigation timelines, communicate procedural updates to appropriate parties, identify potential conflicts of interest, and monitor concerns for recurring patterns, systemic issues, or retaliation.
Review district policies, practices, and procedures related to civil rights, harassment, discrimination, and equal access; identify compliance gaps; and recommend improvements, corrective actions, and preventative measures.
Assist in developing and delivering training for administrators and staff regarding civil rights compliance, complaint procedures, reporting obligations, and appropriate responses to concerns.
Investigate safety and security concerns involving district facilities, grounds, equipment, operations, and school-sponsored activities, including threats, suspicious activity, unauthorized access, property damage, theft, and potential violations of district safety procedures.
Review incident reports, security footage, access records, and other relevant information to establish facts, identify risks, and recommend appropriate safety improvements.
Collaborate with building administrators, Human Resources, facilities personnel, transportation, school resource officers, law enforcement, emergency responders, and other appropriate partners to address concerns and support district safety initiatives.
Assist with reviewing and improving emergency response procedures, safety protocols, incident reporting practices, and districtwide prevention strategies.
Prepare written reports, summaries, and recommendations for the Director of Human Resources & Communications and authorized district administrators regarding investigation findings, compliance concerns, safety risks, and recommended corrective actions.
Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of recommended corrective and preventative measures and assist with responses to external agency inquiries or investigations, as assigned.
Respond to urgent safety concerns within the scope of the position and promptly refer emergencies, suspected criminal activity, and matters requiring specialized intervention to the appropriate authorities.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, investigative practices, civil rights requirements, and school safety procedures; exercise sound judgment, professionalism, impartiality, and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, human resources, education, public administration, legal studies, school safety, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated ability to conduct fact-finding investigations, interview individuals, evaluate evidence, and prepare objective written reports.
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism, impartiality, discretion, and sound judgment.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, employees, administrators, and external agencies.
Ability to maintain accurate records and manage multiple investigations or assignments simultaneously.
Proficiency with standard office software, electronic records, and documentation systems.

Preferred:

Experience conducting workplace, school-based, civil rights, harassment, discrimination, misconduct, or safety investigations.
Experience working in a K–12 public school, public-sector organization, law enforcement, human resources, or a related compliance setting.
Knowledge of Michigan public school operations, Board policies, student protections, employee relations, and applicable state and federal laws.
Training or certification in civil rights investigations, Title IX, workplace investigations, threat assessment, school safety, or related areas.
Experience collaborating with law enforcement, school administrators, legal counsel, or governmental agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of investigative principles, evidence collection, interviewing techniques, and report writing.
Ability to distinguish verified facts from allegations, assumptions, and conflicting accounts.
Ability to remain neutral and identify potential bias or conflicts of interest.
Knowledge of confidentiality requirements, mandatory reporting obligations, records retention, and appropriate information-sharing practices.
Ability to assess safety concerns, recognize potential risks, and recommend practical prevention strategies.
Ability to handle emotionally charged situations and communicate respectfully with individuals experiencing conflict or distress.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with district leadership and other stakeholders.
Ability to exercise discretion while meeting established timelines and procedural requirements.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in school buildings, district offices, and other district-related locations.
Occasional travel between district facilities and attendance at meetings, interviews, or investigations outside regular business hours may be required.
The position may involve exposure to sensitive, confidential, or emotionally difficult information.
The employee may be required to respond to urgent safety concerns or incidents outside the standard workday, as determined by district needs.
Employment is subject to applicable district background checks and other pre-employment requirements.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:        Until Filled

TO APPLY:       Please visit our website at www.charlotteorioles.com and complete an online application.


Charlotte Public Schools complies with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of Charlotte Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible.

The District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or educational programs and activities on the basis of characteristics protected by applicable federal and Michigan law.