Intelligence/Threat Assessment Investigator

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Description

As Intelligence and Threat Assessment Investigator, has responsibility for identifying, assessing, and managing potential threats to the safety and security of the Emory enterprise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts comprehensive investigations into concerning behaviors, threat reports, and incidents involving students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Collaborates closely with the Emory Police Department, Emory Healthcare Public Safety, campus partners, mental health professionals, and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure timely intervention.
• Gathers, analyzes, and evaluates information from multiple sources to assess the level of risk posed by individuals or situations.
• Gathers open-source intelligence information from multiple sources to assess potential threats to the enterprise.
• Conducts detailed investigations of reported threats, concerning behaviors, and security incidents affecting the university community.
• Utilizes recognized threat assessment frameworks and tools (e.g., WAVR-21, TRAP-18) to guide evaluations and recommendations.
• Coordinates with internal and external partners including Emory police, campus security, counseling services, student affairs, and legal counsel.
• Prepares comprehensive threat assessment reports, documenting findings, risk levels, and recommended interventions.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary threat assessment team meetings to review cases and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to all legal requirements and university policies related to privacy and information sharing.
• Responds promptly to emergent threat situations, providing investigative expertise and recommendations.
• Assists in the development and revision of university threat assessment protocols and emergency response plans.
• Performs related responsibilities as required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal justice, Psychology, Public Safety or related field and four years of experience in private investigation, law enforcement, campus safety, behavioral threat assessment, or investigative roles or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Georgia licensure as a private detective.
• Threat assessment training or certification highly desirable (e.g., NTAC, BJA, or equivalent).
• Experience working in higher education preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with threat assessment models and investigative techniques.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and discretion in sensitive situations.
• Position involves occasional exposure to high-stress or emergency situations.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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