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State of Minnesota · 5 days ago

Investigation Specialist

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$32.40/hr - $47.76/hr

3+ years exp

The State of Minnesota is hiring an Investigation Specialist within the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. This role will be responsible for conducting workplace misconduct investigations and training leaders on relevant policies and best practices.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Investigate complaints of discrimination based upon protected class listed in the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and amendments, and DCYF non-discrimination policy

Investigate all HR/LR policy violations, misconduct, and performance-related complaints for supervisor and individual contributor level staff

Design and facilitate agency wide training on policy interpretation, documentation practices, and informal conflict resolution process in partnership with EOAD, HR, and Compliance

Qualification

Employment misconduct investigationsLegal researchDispute resolutionAffirmative action knowledgeRecord keeping systemsResearch skillsTraining experienceWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Three (3) years of experience conducting employment misconduct investigations related to equal opportunity laws, human resource policies, or conducting civil rights investigations laws, regulations, and practices

Training in or experience conducting investigations and performing mediation and/or other forms of dispute resolution

Conducting full-cycle workplace investigations, including intake, complainant and respondent interviews, witness interviews, evidence review, analysis, and written findings

Knowledge and/or experience with legal research and investigation strategies necessary to conduct complex investigations

Knowledge of affirmative action, equal opportunity, civil rights, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Establish, organize, and maintain record keeping systems and procedures

Ability to identify legally relevant facts and apply relevant law and policies to facts

Strong research skills, written, and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail to support decision making and effectiveness

Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational management, law, public policy or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience

Master's degree in human resources, organizational management, law, public policy or related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience

Preferred

Five (5) years professional experience conducting employment misconduct investigations

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or similar law degree from accredited law school

EEO Investigator Certification or/other EEO related certification

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care