Human Resources Investigator

FullTime and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year; Grade I

DEFINITION

The Human Resources Investigator is responsible for conducting thorough unbiased investigations into workplace incidents including allegations of harassment discrimination misconduct and other violations of company policies and procedures. The HR Investigator will work closely with all stakeholders to ensure compliance and maintain a safe and respectful work environment. This role requires a deep understanding of employment laws organizational policies and the ability to remain neutral while gathering and analyzing evidence. The HR Investigator is responsible for managing a range of employee relationsrelated activities in coordinator with the Human Resources Generalist for Employee Relations. This role involves highlevel administrative work and decisionmaking.

SUPERVISION

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Human Resources. However the HR Investigator is expected to develop and refine their own work routines and independently carry assignments through to completion.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions assigned to this level manage a subfunction or operation requiring supervision of staff programs and/or services which are department or divisionwide and specialized and may involve highly technical personnel and programs; other positions are responsible for management of programs and services directed to a special population.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (May not include all duties performed by each position in the class).

Leads and manages internal investigations related to employee complaints including harassment discrimination retaliation misconduct and violation of company policies.

Conducts confidential interviews with complainants witnesses and individuals involved in investigations. Document responses accurately and ensure consistency in interview process.

Collects reviews and analyzes relevant evidence including emails documents recordings and other materials to support or refute claims.

Ensures all investigations are conducted impartially and in compliance with regulations policies applicable laws and ethical standards.

Develops comprehensive welldocumented reports with findings conclusions and recommended actions based on the results of investigations.

Works with all stakeholders to assess risk and determine appropriate responses or disciplinary actions based on investigative findings.

Offers insights and recommendations to improve workplace culture and prevent future incidents.

Protects the confidentiality of all sensitive information related to investigations and communicate findings only to appropriate stakeholders.

Remains uptodate with employment laws and best practices related to workplace investigations and make recommendations for the revision of division policies to ensure alignment with legal requirements.

Provides advice and counsels administrators and employees on a broad range of issues including policy interpretation work conditions employment laws employee development and performance management.

Conducts investigations of EEOC complaints prepares documentation collaborates with attorneys and makes recommendations on the school divisions position regarding these complaints.

Responds to questionnaires surveys and requests for information as necessary and appropriate.

Consults with employees as assigned to help resolve personnelrelated concerns and assists in the arbitration of grievances.

Acts as a liaison between the administration and teacher association groups as required

Provides oversight to Title IX investigations to ensure compliance and serves in the role as decision maker to those investigations. Provides guidance and training to administrators on the Title IX process and procedure.

Serves on the school division Threat Assessment Committee.

Performs other related and additional duties as required and assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations applicable to public school employment including but not limited to EEO FMLA ADA and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Highlevel problemsolving skills and the ability to analyze facts and present recommendations effectively in oral and written forms.

Excellent planning and organizational skills with a solutions driven mentality.

Must be a reliable flexible adaptable and independent thinking selfstarter willing to accept challenges.

Ability to use time effectively and efficiently while managing multiple and competing priorities. Proven ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders.

Ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism and confidentiality.

Certification in workplace investigations or related fields (e.g. SHRMCP PHR or specialized investigation certifications) is a plus.

Advanced experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe. General experience with HRIS and SIS.

MINIMUM EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in human resources business management business administration criminal justice or a related area required. Masters degree from an accredited institution in a related area preferred. 5 years experience including 3 years of progressive experience at a leadership level in human resources management employee relations and/or investigations (preferably in a school system) highly desired.

LICENSE

Work is executed in accordance with best practices/body of knowledge as set forth by organizations such as American Association of School Personnel Administrators (AASPA) Human Resources Institute (HRCI) Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) or International Public Management Association (IPMA). Accordingly Human Resources Certification from an accredited body is desired.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Work requires physical attributes required for walking standing sitting operating office and communication equipment and lifting moving carrying light equipment supplies etc.

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills for expressing or exchanging ideas hearing to perceive information at a normal spoken word level and visual acuity for preparing and analyzing written or computer data.

HAZARDS

Work involves exposure to normal everyday risks.

Assignments involve activities in schools centers and in the community and require one to have or arrange for own transportation.

Most activities are subject to tight deadlines.

Some activities involve discipline and/or dismissal of employees who may become irate angry or hostile.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

The work is subject to continuous stress constant deadlines and frequent interruptions.