Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist

CT State Community College

$106K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree with 4+ years or Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in civil rights compliance or related field.
  • 2 years of experience managing and leading projects.
  • Strong understanding of compliance with civil rights laws such as Title VI, VII, IX, and CFEPA.
  • Proficient in case management systems and training platforms.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee complaint resolution and investigations to ensure procedural integrity.
  • Manage workplace accommodations related to ADA, religious, and pregnancy needs.
  • Conduct internal audits and prepare compliance reports.
  • Administer training programs and oversee the learning management system.
  • Promote affirmative action and recruitment equity initiatives.

Benefits

  • Generous leave policies.
  • Multiple retirement plan options.
  • Comprehensive health insurance choices.
  • Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection.
  • Tuition reimbursement options.
Full Job Description
Position Details
Posted: July 14, 2026
Level: Manager 2
Employment Type:Management / Confidential
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: August 2026
Work Location: CT State CC (185 Main Street New Britain, CT 06051)
Work Modality: On site; With some Hybrid
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, July 29, 2026.Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Equal Employment Opportunity, the Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist provide senior-level oversight of civil rights compliance procedures, complaint resolution processes, and institutional equity/accessibility initiatives for assigned CT State Community College campuses and presidents. This role manages formal investigations, supports informal resolution pathways, and ensures procedural integrity across training, equal employment opportunities, and internal audits.

The Senior Investigator and Compliance Specialist collaborates with campus leadership and other internal and external stakeholders to uphold legal and procedural standards and contributes to strategic compliance reporting in accordance with CSCU Policies 4.13 and 4.05, and Connecticut General Statutes and Federal Civil Rights laws including but not limited to laws prohibiting discrimination based on protected classes, including CFEPA, Title VII, Title VI, Title IX, ADA, ADEA, Equal Pay Act, Rehabilitation Act, and GINA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Equity and Civil Rights, the Senior Investigator & Compliance Specialist is accountable for providing administrative services in support of the CT State Community College's programs through effective performance in these essential functional areas:

Key responsibilities include:
  • Complaint Resolution & Investigations
  • Workplace Accommodations (ADA, Religious, Pregnancy)
  • Internal Auditing & Reporting
  • Training & LMS Oversight
  • Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity & Recruitment Equity

Additional responsibilities include:
  • Service on assigned committees and task forces as needed.
  • Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evening hours.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree with four (4) or more years or a Bachelor's degree with six (6) or more years of experience in civil rights compliance, accessibility coordination, or related roles. Two (2) years of experience managing and leading projects.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Implementing and ensuring compliance with civil rights laws including, but not limited to, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, CFEPA, Equal Employment Opportunity.
  • Conducting civil rights investigations in compliance with relevant state and federal laws.
  • Experience with case management systems, training platforms, and procedural documentation.
  • Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Served as a Title IX/ADA/504 Coordinator in Higher Education or similar context
  • Two (2) years' experience in higher education or a similarly complex public-sector environment.
  • Experience performing civil rights compliance work in a unionized environment
  • Experience with student-to-student investigations
  • Civil Rights Certification(s), e.g., ADA, Investigations, Student Conduct, Title IX, etc.
Salary and Benefits
  • Salary $106,523 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Generous leave policies
  • Multiple retirement plan options
  • Comprehensive health insurance choices
  • Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
  • Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees. Please refer to the CSCU - CSCU Executive Residency Requirements Policy, which applies to all positions classified as Management/Confidential at the Executive 1 level or higher.
Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:
  • A cover letter
  • A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume.

Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

Important Notes:
  • Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered
  • Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted
  • Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
  • CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

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