The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
Conduct complex and highly sensitive investigations into student employee and contractor conduct and performance; interview relevant parties and personnel to collect information in support of investigations. E
Gather evidence and information related to student employee and contractor issues complaints and other related matters; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. E
Analyze data and information to identify patterns discrepancies or other indicators of student staff and/or contractor misconduct and related issues. E
Investigate allegations of bullying harassment and other egregious acts by student-to-student adult-to-student student-to-adult and adult-to-adult related to student employee and/or contractor safety issues and concerns. E
Maintain detailed documentation of investigations and related activities; log and provide status updates on investigations; prepare comprehensive reports of findings conclusions and recommendations. E
Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations related to student parent guardian and employee rights and related matters. E
Participate in and assist with the implementation of student conduct and human resources policies and procedures related to investigations and compliance. E
Communicate with District employees administrators and outside agencies to coordinate activities resolve issues and exchange information; may attend and participate in legal proceedings related to assigned investigations. E
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers reassignment termination and disciplinary actions; provide professional development support for and mentor assigned staff. E
Attend a variety of meetings workshops and conferences to maintain current knowledge of laws codes rules and regulations related to assigned activities. E
Operate a variety of office equipment communication devices technologies and software; drive a vehicle to conduct work. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Knowledge of:
Practices methods and techniques to plan and conduct independent complex and sensitive investigations.
Investigative interview techniques.
Due process in investigation proceedings.
Title IX discrimination retaliation civil rights and Uniform Complaint laws and guidelines.
Rules and laws related to gathering documentary physical and testimonial evidence.
Student parent guardian employee and contractor rights throughout investigative proceedings.
Employment laws and required disclosures affecting investigations.
Retaliation defamation and privacy issues during investigations.
Techniques to analyze and report investigative facts.
Policies protocols and procedures for presenting preliminary findings.
Local State and federal laws applicable to assigned functions.
California Education Code provisions school district organization rules regulations policies procedures organization.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Principles of administration supervision and training.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Operations and applications of a variety of office machines communication devices technologies and software.
Ability to:
Provide technical information and assistance to others concerning employment laws and student conduct and safety rules regulations policies and other student and human resources matters.
Read interpret apply explain and maintain current knowledge of applicable laws rules regulations and policies.
Properly gather documentary physical and testimonial evidence.
Document and assess witness interviews and statements.
Determine authority access to investigative details.
Prepare comprehensive investigative reports.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Work independently with little direction.
Effectively manage train and evaluate assigned staff.
Conduct research compile information and data.
Establish and maintain a variety of records and files.
Plan and organize work.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Operate a variety of office machines communications devices technologies and software.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Training
Bachelors degree in human resources criminology legal studies law enforcement education English social sciences or a related field including coursework workshops seminars or similar training in conducting workplace and/or child welfare investigations.
Experience
Three years of experience conducting workplace and/or child welfare investigations.
Experience in a public K-12 school district is desirable.
Any other combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills knowledges and abilities may be considered.
Positions in this class require the use of personal automobile and possession of a valid California class C Drivers license.
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Nondiscrimination Statement: The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment (including sexual harassment) intimidation or bullying targeted at any student or employee by anyone based on the student or employees actual or perceived race color ancestry nationality national origin immigration status ethnic group identification ethnicity age religion marital status pregnancy and related conditions parental status physical or mental disability medical condition sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression or genetic information or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions or complaints contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach Director of Employee Relations1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815 and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton Director of Human Resource Services 1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815 and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta Program Administrator 2221 Argonne Ave LB 90815 .
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SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicants training background and experience; evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
The eligibility list for this classification will remain in effect for a period of 6 months.