Senior Labor Standards Investigator
Senior Labor Standards Investigator
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Job Description
Position Description
The City of Seattle is an authority in advancing fair wage labor and workforce practices that promote equity and economic wellbeing. The Office of Labor Standards (OLS) enforces labor laws through strategic enforcement policy development and community engagement with a deep dedication to race and social justice.
OLS is seeking a Senior Labor Standards Investigator to advocate for workers rights through investigations and intake processes. This role handles a complex caseload conducts legal research and ensures compliance with Seattles labor ordinances including Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) Minimum Wage (MW) Wage Theft (WT) Secure Scheduling (SS) Fair Chance Employment (FCE) and laws protecting hotel employees domestic workers gig workers and independent contractors. Responsibilities include investigating labor law violations gathering evidence negotiating and drafting legally binding settlement contracts providing mentorship to Investigators advising leadership developing enforcement procedures and policies and providing training and technical assistance to workers businesses and community organizations.
If you are dedicated to advancing workers rights and driving systemic change we encourage you to apply!
Job Responsibilities
Your success will depend on your ability to:
- Identify legal and factual issues assess compliance and conduct detailed investigations.
- Build trust with marginalized communities including those with limited English proficiency.
- Apply racial equity and social justice principles in the workplace and community.
- Listen actively build space for diverse perspectives and pursue inclusive outcomes.
- Communicate with clarity and tact while encouraging collaboration and teamwork.
- Prepare authoritative reports summarizing key findings and analysis.
- Navigate fastpaced political environments with multiple priorities.
- Engage successfully with disenfranchised and marginalized communities with a focus on race and social justice.
- Adapt to shifting priorities and demonstrate quick learning.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills.
You will be prepared if you have a combination of the following experience knowledge and skills:
- Experience in investigation or research in employment law labor worker advocacy public or nonprofit sectors civil rights human rights or related fields.
- Expertise in labor standards civil rights law enforcement equal employment opportunity complaint investigation or labor relations.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with an understanding of public policy and the policymaking process.
- Outstanding organizational technical writing editing and data collection skills.
- Ability to read and interpret laws and regulations.
- Keen attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in handling large datasets in Microsoft Excel and applying strong math skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 for communications data analysis and reporting.
- Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
You will demonstrate a dedication to:- Advancing racial and social equity through community engagement education or policy development.
- Contributing to efforts to combat systemic racism and promoting equitable policies passionate about BIPOC communities.
- Delivering meaningful outcomes in collaboration with diverse partners.
- Encouraging teamwork a strong work ethic and an inclusive work environment.
The work product of the Office of Labor Standards is subject to judicial scrutiny and must meet procedural and technical standards in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
Qualifications
Applicants are usually qualified with a Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration Human Resources Management Industrial Relations Political Science or a related subject area AND three 3 years of experience in areas such as civil rights law enforcement equal employment opportunity complaint investigation affirmative action program implementation personnel administration labor relations mediation or work in a related analytical team.
We also recognize that expertise can be gained through alternative means including education experience or training. Relevant experience may include a Juris Doctor degree paralegal experience regulatory standards enforcement arbitration and/or conducting workplace investigations.
In evaluating equivalency we consider the following:
- Coursework toward a bachelors degree relevant certifications or advanced degrees in a related field.
- One year of experience equals a fulltime role for 12 months featuring stated activities.
- Volunteer work should also be quantified specifying the time committed (e.g. volunteering four hours weekly to provide technical assistance at a communitybased legal aid organization).
Please note this job advertisement is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Information
This role is represented by PROTEC17 Technical Unit. The full pay range for this step progression position is $52.70$61.36 hourly. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression which is $52.70 hourly. Current City employees starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.
Work Environment:This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be expected to work inoffice at the Central Building in Downtown Seattle a minimum of three days a week. Individual schedules will be determined between the employee and their supervisor. The City of Seattle is a Drug Free Workplace.
Benefits:A comprehensive benefits package includes vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and longterm disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website: Work at the City of SeattleWe recognize that every employee plays a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture results from our behavior personal commitments and the ways we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture we seek employees who will engage in theRace and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures unlearn the way things have always been done and provide equitable processes and services.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Here is an educational resource for Application and Interviewing tips(Download PDF reader) with the City of Seattle.
To be considered you must include a resume and cover letter in addition to completing the application at by Tuesday April 8 2025at 4:00 PM Pacific Time. We encourage you to use your cover letter thoughtfully to discuss why you want to do this work and how you meet the qualifications for the position. Your resume should summarize the talent experience knowledge and skills you bring to this work.
Who May Apply:This position is open to all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity. The City encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ individuals people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experiences.Hiring Timeline:We anticipate conducting the first interviews at the end of April and second rounds of interviews at the beginning of May. Our goal is to have this position filled with a desired start date of Wednesday May 21 2025.
Accommodations:Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities to participate in the application or interview process perform essential job functions and access other employment benefits and privileges. Please contact to request accommodation.
QuestionsPlease contact Nicolette Hornbeck at
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
