Equal Opportunity Investigator

Duties

Helps

Receives inquiries and investigates charges of employment discrimination filed, pursuant to the federal statues enforced by the Commission.

Interviews potential charging parties, informs them of their administrative and legal rights and responsibilities under the laws enforced by the Commission, and conducts a preliminary review of information gathered to determine jurisdiction.

Obtains documentary and testimonial evidence that is relevant and material to the resolution of the issues under investigation through witness interviews and affidavits, written requests for information, on-site investigations, research, etc.

Conducts on-site investigations, during which the incumbent inspects respondent facilities, interviews witnesses and personnel, and examines and copies other records.

Drafts charges of discrimination and takes affidavits of charging parties, as appropriate.

Drafts a thorough and well-written report of investigative findings, citing specific testimonial and/or documentary evidence, as well as applicable case law, policies, and precedents relied upon.

Drafts proposed conciliation agreements that provide meaningful and appropriate relief and engages in settlement and conciliation negotiations to resolve charges.