Employment Investigator

Responsibilities Conduct impartial and thorough investigations of employment-based complaints involving harassment, discrimination, failure to accommodate, or retaliation. Conduct interviews, gather records, draft reports, assist in decision making and appear in hearings, appeals and/or reviews as warranted. Work with Universities of Wisconsin Administration (UWSA) and Universities of Wisconsin (UWs) contacts to develop investigation techniques, guidelines, and report templates. Receive substantial and significant complaints of employment-based misconduct, harassment, discrimination, failure to accommodate, or retaliation from staff, students, or other members of the extended UW university communities as assigned. Identify UW university policies and/or State and Federal law provisions related to a complaint. Apply relevant policies and make findings of fact in individual cases. Provide regular updates to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources and UWSA leadership regarding case management approach, status, and progress. Maintain accurate, thorough, and confidential investigatory records and reports of finding. Requirements A Bachelor’s degree. Two years of experience conducting investigations or equivalent professional experience. Experience handling internal investigations involving employees’ complaints. Working knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies. Valid driver’s license required. Travel around the state, which may involve overnight stays and weekends, may occur up to several times per month. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in conducting thorough investigations of employment-based complaints, including harassment and discrimination, while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. Proficient in case management, report drafting, and maintaining confidentiality throughout the investigatory process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor