Investigator Senior

Working Title: Investigator Senior

Job Class: Investigator Senior

Agency: Public Employment Relations Board

• Job ID : 96826

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited/temporary

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/10/2026

• Closing Date : 09/30/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : PERB

• Division/Unit : PERB Administrative Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

• End Date : 12 months from start date

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to investigate public sector unfair labor practices (ULP) under the Public Employment Relations Board's jurisdiction pursuant to the Public Employment Labor Relations Act (PELRA, Minn. Stat. §§ 179A.01 - 179A.60).

This position manages complex cases and serves as a point of contact for parties, Board members, and staff on issues related to PELRA and unfair labor practice charges. This temporary position works closely with the PERB Executive Director/General Counsel, Board members, and other Investigators to analyze and interpret statutes, recommend actions, as well as develop and implement Board policy and decisions in the areas of ULP cases. This position will 1) manage and conduct complex ULP charge investigations; 2) respond to inquiries related to filing a ULP charge and technical assistance; and 3) support overall agency neutrality, effectiveness, and results . PERB stakeholders include public sector unions and their representatives, public sector employers and their representatives, public sector employees, members of the labor relations community, public officials, and members of the public.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, onsite attendance will be required for team members or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy ( for details.

Minimum Qualifications

For proper evaluation, ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held or degree listed.

• Three years of experience performing legal analysis, investigations, or closely related experience in the labor relations field.

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

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Teams, and Excel.

• Organizational and project management skills sufficient to manage several investigations and inquiries at various stages.

• Knowledge and experience with legal research and tools necessary to conduct complex investigations including skills to effectively communicate and elicit information from parties.

• Ability to identify legally relevant facts and apply relevant law to facts.

• Skills to provide prompt, complete, and accurate information to parties and other stakeholders in person, on the phone, and through e-mail or other written correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree.

• Knowledge and/or experience working with labor relations as an attorney, union/employee representative, or HR/employer representative.

• Knowledge and/or experience working with PELRA or the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

• Knowledge and/or experience working with Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.

• Experience with case management software/systems.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.