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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Investigator (EEO)

Salt Lake County, UT

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$27.10/hr - $27.10/hr

NEOGOV is seeking an Investigator for the Utah Labor Commission's Antidiscrimination and Labor Division. The role involves investigating and resolving employment and housing discrimination complaints, making determinations on claims of unpaid wages, and preparing detailed reports based on findings.

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Responsibilities

Conducting investigations into complaints of employment and housing discrimination and harassment, denial of reasonable accommodation, and unlawful retaliatory actions

Hearing and making determinations on claims of unpaid wages

Conducting fact-finding conferences and occasional on-site inspections

Interviewing relevant parties, including witnesses, co-workers, managers, housing providers, etc

Reviewing relevant documents submitted by the parties

Drafting documents related to the investigation

Preparing documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts, interpretations of law, and compliance with state and federal standards

Receiving, researching, and responding to incoming questions or complaints

Providing information, explaining policy and procedures, and/or facilitating a resolution

Delivering presentations, or instruction to staff, management, or the general public

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)EEO investigative experienceLegal researchMicrosoft WordGoogle DocsAnalytical skillsInterviewing techniquesLegal terminologyCommunication skillsWriting skills

Required

A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent training and experience (examples: Paralegal Certificate or a Masters of Legal Studies (MLS) degree plus previous law office experience working on legal matters including applying the law to specific facts, analyzing legal claims, and reviewing documents to determine relevant legal information)

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and/or Google Docs

Excellent communication skills, English fluency

Computer proficiency

Strong analytical skills in determining violations of the law

Exceptional writing skills with the ability to write clearly and concisely within allowable timeframes

The ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as appropriate

Knowledge of investigative and interviewing techniques and processes

Knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, regulations, and/or policies and procedures

Ability to deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism

Knowledge of legal terminology

Ability to identify, analyze, and apply the law to the facts of the case to draw conclusions

Ability to facilitate or lead meetings, teams, or work groups to encourage participation, build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among participants

Ability to perform legal research using case law

Preferred

Prior EEO investigative experience

Experience with fair housing, employment discrimination (EEO), or wage laws

Prior legal and/or investigative experience: Collecting, reviewing, and analyzing evidence

Prior legal and/or investigative experience: Interviewing witnesses and/or parties

Prior legal and/or investigative experience: Performing legal research

Prior legal and/or investigative experience: Managing a caseload and meeting deadlines

Prior legal and/or investigative experience: Drafting decisions, motions, and/or memoranda

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one

12 paid holidays

Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick)

Annual leave amounts increase with years of service

We have 12 paid holidays

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP): 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other medical insurance coverage. 5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other dental insurance coverage. 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS): Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System. Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k)). Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

Paid Time Off: Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick). Annual leave amounts increase with years of service. We have 12 paid holidays.