Employment Enterprises is supporting a local school system seeking an Employee Relations Investigator. The Employee Relations Investigator will serve as a part of the Division’s employee relations response team to support a culture of respect that is free from all forms of misconduct, harassment, and retaliation. This is a contract position, in-person in Fall Church, Virginia. The pay rate is $41-45 per hour.
Employee Relations Investigator Responsibilities:
Investigate sensitive and confidential allegations of gross misconduct and criminal conduct by employees or candidates for employment.
Conduct complex and sensitive investigations of reported civil rights and misconduct violations.
Works to ensure a prompt, thorough, fair, and impartial process for all parties.
Gathers testimonial, physical, or documentary information and evidence from all sources using investigative best practice methods to accurately establish the extent and nature of the violation, misconduct, or criminal behavior.
Conducts investigative interviews involving internal and external participants.
Reviews documents, reports, and online databases in connection to case management.
Ensures that case documentation and established files are systematically comprehensive, complete, and accurate.
May represent the program, department, or the Division during discipline and grievance hearings.
Ensures compliance with all federal and state civil rights laws, in alignment with Division regulations, policies, procedures, and mandates.
Collaborates across the Division and with outside government agencies to provide accurate and timely case management updates.
Serves as liaison with federal, state, and local law enforcement to facilitate investigative activities.
Provides professional development and guidance to employees, families, management, staff, and leadership related to the response process, civil rights, and investigations compliance.
Participates in the creation and assessment of professional development materials.
May serve as a mediator in applicable cases that can be resolved through voluntary resolution/mediation.
Advises on recruiting matters to control the risk of appointing unsuitable candidates.
Works closely with the Office of the Auditor General on cases involving fraud, waste, and abuse.
Maintains confidentiality during all proceedings, as required and possible.
Performs related duties as required or assigned.
May provide guidance and assistance to full-, part-time, and/or hourly employees as assigned.
Employee Relations Investigator Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in civil rights, human resources, law, criminal justice, compliance, business management, or related field.
Five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience in investigation.
Certification in conflict resolution and/or mediation.
Completion of civil rights misconduct, sexual abuse, and/or violence prevention and response program with a nationally recognized organization.
Knowledge of current state and federal laws and regulations related to labor law compliance to include Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, ADA, and other applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
Knowledge of best practices and methodologies for conducting investigations, fact-finding, and investigative interviewing.
Proficiency in the use of technology and data compilation, manipulation, analysis, and reporting.
Skill in or knowledge of conflict resolution and/or mediation.
Ability to assess and negotiate complex, highly sensitive situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, remain impartial, and work under stress and tight deadlines.
Ability to provide subject matter expert advice on complex issues.
Ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with culturally diverse employees, families, management, staff, and outside government agencies.
Ability to facilitate meetings and/or present information to groups.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
What we offer:
401(k) retirement plan
Medical and dental benefits for qualifying professionals
Flex spending account
Credit Union Membership
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
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