Job Description
SUMMARY
The U.S. Center for SafeSport is a non-profit organization focused on ending all forms of abuse in sport. We endeavor to make athlete well-being the centerpiece of the nation’s sports culture through abuse prevention, education, and accountability.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Center is currently seeking Investigator 2s to join the Response & Resolutions team. An Investigator 2 is responsible for conducting fair, thorough, and objective administrative investigations into allegations of misconduct within the Olympic/Paralympic movement.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
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- Manages an average caseload of seventeen (17) cases of the highest severity and complexity addressed by the Center
- Independently conducts fair, thorough, neutral investigations related to allegations of sexual, physical, and emotional misconduct by doing the following:
- Interviewing claimants, respondents, and witnesses.
- Prepare for and record/document interviews; have interviews transcribed and review transcriptions for accuracy.
- Research, obtain, and review documentary evidence.
- Review the Code, NGB policies, and analogous community standards in light of alleged misconduct.
- Routinely review cases for appropriate implementation of Temporary Measures.
- Drafts various notices, reports, and decision documents, as needed, to include:
- Comprehensive investigation reports which articulates an objective analysis and assessment of all evidence, including interviews, collected throughout an investigation; issued as written investigative findings.
- Notices of Allegations, including updated Notices as necessary, and issuance of Temporary Measures.
- Notices of Decision for Informal Resolutions.
- Documents thoroughly & contemporaneously in the Case Management System:
- Updates provided to parties & relevant contact information.
- Add all communication emails and/or call notes.
- Add all evidence, including interview recordings.
- Update case information, such as dates, severity/complexity, etc.
- Updates involved parties and supervisory Assistant Director regularly.
- Collaborates with the Center’s Legal team and Response and Resolutions’ Administrative staff on review of investigative work product and issuance of decisions.
- Develops and maintains functional understanding of all relevant Center policies and procedures, as well as internal investigative practices and protocols.
- Continually identifies and integrates best practices while conducting administrative investigations into allegations of sexual, physical, and emotional misconduct; stays up to date with current trends in related fields by participating in conferences, workshops, online webinars, reviewing current literature and research, etc.
- Occasional travel needed, based on individual case needs and assessments with supervisor.
- Collaborates as needed with other members of the Response & Resolution team regarding management and evaluation of reported incidents.
- Participates on committees, provides feedback on Center processes, policies, etc.
- Participates in internal and external trainings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
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- 5 years’ experience conducting trauma-informed sexual misconduct and/or child abuse investigations, as well as experience working with a case management system, particularly a system managing allegations of misconduct
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the Center’s mission.
- Understanding of the dynamics of trauma and the cycle of violence, and possible reasons for parties’ reluctance to participate.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills to effectively operate in a diverse environment.
- Autonomous, thoughtful, and deliberate decision-making skills with the ability to react and appropriately respond to a dynamic investigative environment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines with interruptions.
- Thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Collaborative and flexible work style.
- Ability to conduct non-adversarial, neutral interviews virtually and in person.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate evidence to include witness interviews, documents, and digital media.
- Ability to conduct and document a credibility analysis.
- Adaptability in task prioritization and in interviews/communication with involved parties.
- Ability to maintain detailed, accurate notes and draft thorough, complex investigative reports.;
- Ability to self-motivate and works independently in a remote environment.
- Critical thinking skills, inlcuding ability to process information separate from personal feelings or judgments.
- Demonstrated skill in writing concise, logical, analytical reports to synthesize complex issues.
- Ability to articulate polices, including the Code, accurately and professionally in standard or adverse situations.
- Ability to work professionally with difficult people and during high conflict situations.
- Ability to de-escalate parties in emotionally heightened situations.
- Excellent judgment, including the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Ability to manage and prioritize a diverse investigative caseload involving multiple parties.
- Autonomous, thoughtful, and deliberate decision-making skills with the ability to react and appropriately respond to a dynamic investigative environment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks within short time frames, including time sensitive matters.
- Ability to coordinate with state, local, and federal agencies.
- Working knowledge and competency using Microsoft Office and related software.
- Experience working with children and/or experience conducting sport-related investigations or knowledge of sport related complexities and culture preferred.
WORK REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENT
- Standard office equipment provided
- Office environment in multi-story, dog-friendly building
- Overnight travel up to 30% required, including night and weekend work hours as needed
WORK LOCATION – Denver, CO; or a location deemed suitable by the Center (e.g., near major airport and a state where the Center has established business operations. Current states eligible for remote work: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI).
This is a full-time, exempt position. The starting salary range for this position is $81,000 - $90,000, and will be commensurate with background and experience.
Benefits include PTO for vacation, sick time, and holidays; medical, vision and dental insurance options; employer paid life, disability, and parental leave policies; 401k with up to 5% savings match.
Applications will be accepted through Friday, 1/9/2026.
Please direct all questions (not applications) to recruiting@safesport.org.
Pursuant to the Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, and Amateur Athletes Act of 2020 no applicant shall be considered within two (2) years of employment and/or board service of the USOPC or National Governing Body.
U.S. Center for SafeSport is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours, Night shift,