Investigator

Union County Public Schools Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Human Resources - Investigator TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months DATE: 1/22/2024 DATE OF PREVIOUS REVISION: 10/04/2022 FLSA EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt PAY GRADE:

JOB SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, an Investigator will perform data collection, interviews and data analysis with regard to formal allegations and incidents involving staff and/or students in a professional and confidential manner. This position requires strong interpersonal skills to successfully receive and transfer information.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Independently conduct investigations into employee complaints, allegations of misconduct, discrimination, harassment, or policy violations following established protocols and best practices. 2. Prepare, maintain, and present clear, concise, and comprehensive investigation reports outlining findings, conclusions, and recommended actions to HR managers and other relevant stakeholders as needed

3. Ensure investigations are conducted in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as district policies and procedures.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accurately maintain records as required by state or federal laws, and Union County Board of Education policies, and/or school-based requests, and adhere to confidentiality requirements of state and federal law.
2. Identify opportunities to enhance investigation processes, update policies, and implement best practices to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of investigations.
3. Effectively manages the Criminal Records Check process for new hires, volunteers, and employees, to include approval and disapproval.

Union County Public Schools Job Description

4. Performs analysis of documentation in comparison with established Board Policy and/or state and federal law, where applicable.
5. Assists with internal and external resources regarding inquiries associated with Human Resources-related matters.
6. Documents metric data as requested , i.e., Investigation timelines, CRC
7. Assists department with the Volunteer Management System
8. Communicates with internal and external resources to ensure accurate information and documentation is utilized in all investigative reports
9. Participates in departmental, district level and other meetings/committees and training as directed by supervisor
10. Provides for his/her own professional growth through participation in workshops, seminars, training related to the field
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Minimum Qualifications Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Criminal Justice, or relevant field.
• Two (2) - Four (4) years of investigative experience
• Master's Degree in Human Resources, Criminal Justice or relevant field.
• 4 to 6 years of investigative experience along with 2-3 years of Human Resources experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES TYPE OF JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION:

• Knowledgeable of investigation frameworks and protocols.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of age-appropriate interviewing techniques and practices

Union County Public Schools Job Description

• Ability to read and interpret federal and state law, local board of education policies and internal operating procedures
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in matters relating to the school system. COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Ability to work with diverse individuals and/or groups CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing in stressful and emergency situations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary/Medium - Must be able to exert up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally, and up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 5 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Vision: Frequent near acuity and occasional far acuity. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Vision to read printed materials, a VDT screen, or other monitoring devices. Environmental Conditions: Varies from indoor exposure to outside weather conditions Hazards: Uneven walking/working surfaces, communicable diseases, cleaning chemicals, lifting/carrying of materials, and power/hand-operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

In compliance with Federal Law, Union County Public Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.