Investigator

The Department of Public Safety at Pepperdine University maintains a hospitable and secure campus environment while respecting the rights and dignity of each individual, in line with the University's Christian mission. A vital member of the department, the Investigator conducts interviews, writes comprehensive reports, maintains detailed records, and effectively communicates case dispositions regarding University criminal and non-criminal incidents, ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal reporting requirements.

Duties

• Manage the overall report writing and investigative process completed by Public Safety and Communications Officers, providing necessary training and feedback in a timely manner. Use independent judgment to determine what additional investigative actions may be necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the University's Threat Assessment Team to complete background checks and monitor on-going cases.
• Create reports and maintain logs for reference, analysis, and compliance with federal requirements, including preparing annual reports for Title IX and the Clery Act.
• Perform background checks related to threat assessments and provide ongoing threat management reviews.
• Work collaboratively with University constituents and liaise with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to obtain relevant information, reports, and documents that can assist in the investigation.
• Work with the Public Safety leadership, Student Affairs, the Office of Community Standards, and Human Resources to complete internal affairs investigations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

This is a Regular, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range : $68,640 - $72,000 per year

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education / training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University's reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose any criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

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