Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator

Summary

Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator

The George Washington University (GW) is committed to maintaining a positive climate for study and work, in which all individuals are judged solely on relevant factors, such as skill and performance, and can pursue their activities in an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and violence. The Office of Equal Opportunity supports this commitment by offering complaint resolution options, support to individuals involved in incidents, and educational opportunities designed to prevent incidents and to encourage prompt reporting. The Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator conducts investigations into reported discrimination and harassment based on a protected characteristic, with a special emphasis on cases involving identity-based discrimination and retaliation. In addition, the Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator facilitates informal resolutions which are voluntary, remedies-based and rooted in restorative justice principles. The Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator reports directly to the Director of Complaint Resolution.

Job Duties include serving as a key partner in ensuring GW's compliance with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws; conducting prompt, reliable and impartial investigations; providing leadership and support to the Lead Equal Opportunity & Title IX Investigators and the Equal Opportunity investigators; assisting the Director of Complaint Resolution with the development and implementation of policy and procedural improvements related to complaint resolutions; facilitating impartial informal resolutions; communicating with students, faculty, and staff in a clear and compassionate manner; collaborating with appropriate university offices during resolution processes to provide a coordinated response and holistic support; maintaining an impartial and neutral approach and appropriate level of privacy throughout the process; engaging in required training to ensure that skills and knowledge are current; leading training programs for faculty, staff, and students on topics related to discrimination and harassment based on a protected characteristics; and assisting the Response team by providing supportive measures as needed when caseloads are high.

Minimum Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 7 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 5 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree; at least 5 years experience investigating and resolving discrimination/harassment complaints; exceptional analytical and writing skills; strong communication and organizational skills; and ability to work independently, efficiently, and to balance a workload.

Hiring Range - $82,950.66 - $114,012.01

GW Staff Approach to Pay - How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Diversity and Inclusion

Family - Diversity and Inclusion

Sub-Family - Equal Opportunity

Stream - Individual Contributor

Level - Level 4

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status - Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S014455

Job Open Date: 09/10/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening - Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Job Description

Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator

The George Washington University (GW) is committed to maintaining a positive climate for study and work, in which all individuals are judged solely on relevant factors, such as skill and performance, and can pursue their activities in an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and violence. The Office of Equal Opportunity supports this commitment by offering complaint resolution options, support to individuals involved in incidents, and educational opportunities designed to prevent incidents and to encourage prompt reporting. The Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator conducts investigations into reported discrimination and harassment based on a protected characteristic, with a special emphasis on cases involving identity-based discrimination and retaliation. In addition, the Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator facilitates informal resolutions which are voluntary, remedies-based and rooted in restorative justice principles. The Principal Equal Opportunity Investigator reports directly to the Director of Complaint Resolution.

Job Duties include serving as a key partner in ensuring GW's compliance with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws; conducting prompt, reliable and impartial investigations; providing leadership and support to the Lead Equal Opportunity & Title IX Investigators and the Equal Opportunity investigators; assisting the Director of Complaint Resolution with the development and implementation of policy and procedural improvements related to complaint resolutions; facilitating impartial informal resolutions; communicating with students, faculty, and staff in a clear and compassionate manner; collaborating with appropriate university offices during resolution processes to provide a coordinated response and holistic support; maintaining an impartial and neutral approach and appropriate level of privacy throughout the process; engaging in required training to ensure that skills and knowledge are current; leading training programs for faculty, staff, and students on topics related to discrimination and harassment based on a protected characteristics; and assisting the Response team by providing supportive measures as needed when caseloads are high.

Minimum Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 7 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 5 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications include a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree; at least 5 years experience investigating and resolving discrimination/harassment complaints; exceptional analytical and writing skills; strong communication and organizational skills; and ability to work independently, efficiently, and to balance a workload.

Hiring Range - $82,950.66 - $114,012.01

GW Staff Approach to Pay - How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Diversity and Inclusion

Family - Diversity and Inclusion

Sub-Family - Equal Opportunity

Stream - Individual Contributor

Level - Level 4

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: M-F

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status - Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S014455

Job Open Date: 09/10/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening - Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.